If you have ever wondered: Why doesn't my solar fountain pump work after dark? Why does the fountain fluctuate when the sun is shining brightly? Don't worry - you are not the only one!
Many users treat solar fountain pumps as ordinary plug-in devices, but in fact, they operate in accordance with the rhythm of nature and rely on solar energy. Today, we will dismantle the five most common misconceptions one by one to make your Poposoap fountain pump more secure and professional.
❌ Myth 1: "With Batteries, It Should Be Able To Run At Night"
The truth:
Poposoap's solar fountain pumps (such as P108D) do have a built-in backup battery, but it is not designed to support nighttime operation. The main purpose of this battery is to temporarily provide operating power when the sun is blocked during the day (such as by clouds), which is not the same as "using batteries as usual at night".
Why?
Poposoap's philosophy is environmental protection and energy saving. The batteries we are equipped with are environmentally friendly, small-capacity types, which are only enough to replenish energy during the day and do not cause additional waste of resources.
Description: "This product is designed for daytime use, and the battery is only used for temporary support during intermittent sunlight."
❌ Myth 2: "It Can Be Used As Usual On Cloudy Days"
Truth:
Although the battery can cope with a few minutes of sunlight interruption, long cloudy days will cause the battery to run out, and the fountain will stop.
Solution:
Please install the solar panel in an area with direct sunlight for ≥4 hours per day, and it is best to place it facing south. Try to avoid obstructions such as eaves and shade.
❌ Myth 3: "The Water Output Is Large And Small, Is It Broken?"
Truth:
The water pressure of the solar fountain pump itself will change with the intensity of sunlight. Once the sun is blocked, the water flow will naturally weaken. This is a normal phenomenon.
Tips:
It is recommended that you test it during the 10 AM-2 PM period when the sunlight is strongest every day, and the fountain will perform most stably.
❌ Myth 4: "I Plugged It In And Tried It, Why Doesn't It Work?"
Truth:
Some users want to test the fountain with lights indoors, but this usually doesn't activate the device. Only under direct sunlight can the solar panel get enough energy to start.
Correct approach:
Please set up the device outdoors and test the effect under strong sunlight at noon. Most of Poposoap's pumps can start automatically within 3~5 seconds.
❌ Myth 5: "Does The Fountain Pump Have Its Own Water Source?"
Truth:
Solar fountain pumps are not water storage devices and need to be completely immersed in a container with water (such as a bird bath or a small pond) to operate.
If the water level is too low, the "dry burn protection" function will be triggered, and the power will be automatically cut off to prevent damage.
✔️ Correct installation:
The pump body must be completely immersed in water and kept level. If the water surface is too shallow or the float falls off, please add water and adjust the position.
✅ This Is Not A "Restriction", But A Design Philosophy That Conforms To Nature
Every solar fountain pump of Poposoap strives to coexist harmoniously with sunlight, water flow, and nature. It does not pursue 24-hour manual control, but helps you to make the courtyard naturally "alive" in an environmentally friendly way.
Understanding its working logic is actually the first step for you to become a "sustainable garden designer".
✅ Quick Self-Check List:
- Is the panel facing south, and is there enough sunlight?
- Is the water level high enough? Is the pump body completely submerged in the water?
- Is the nozzle and filter cotton clean?
- Is the plug connection secure?
As long as you follow the above steps to check, 99% of fountain problems can be solved quickly!
💬 Have More Questions?
Feel free to contact our customer service team at any time:
📧 support@poposoapsolar.com
Or visit our [Fountain Maintenance Guide Page >>
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