How to Assemble the PetSafe® Viva™ Fountain

Before You Begin:

Ensure you have disassembled and cleaned the pump and fountain components prior to assembly. Visit How to Clean the PetSafe® Viva Fountain for assistance.

Any container that directly contacts your pet’s drinking water should be cleaned prior to use and regularly thereafter.

Diagram Of FountainDiagram Of Fountain

Visit our article How to Assemble the Viva Fountain Pump if the pump is not preassembled as pictured.

Adjust The Flow Control KnobAdjust The Flow Control Knob

Adjust the Flow Control on the fountain pump. High flow will create more bubbling than low flow.

Insert Pump Into HousingInsert Pump Into Housing

Insert the pump into the pump housing, making sure to align the tube on the pump with the hole on the housing.

Insert Foam Filter Into Housing AssemblyInsert Foam Filter Into Housing Assembly

Rinse the foam filter with water then fit the filter around the pump in the housing.

Install Assembled Housing Into Outline Inside BowlInstall Assembled Housing Into Outline Inside Bowl

Place the housing in the outlined area in the bowl. Make sure the front arrow symbol on the housing is facing the front of the bowl.

Feed Cord Through Tube And Use Silicone CapFeed Cord Through Tube And Use Silicone Cap

Feed the pump cord through the tube in the bowl. Press the silicone cap in the tube and fold over the cord and tube.

Slide Filter Into SlotSlide Filter Into Slot

Rinse the Ion-X™ filter with water then slide the filter into the slot in the back of the bowl. The filter can face either way. It is normal to see some charcoal dust from carbon filters, this is harmless to your pet.

Fill the bowl with water to the fill line.

Secure The Tray Over The HousingSecure The Tray Over The Housing

Align the top of the housing with the opening on the tower tray and press the tower tray into the bowl so that it is secure.

Connect Cord And Plug Into OutletConnect Cord And Plug Into Outlet

Connect the pump cord to the power adaptor and plug it into a standard electrical wall outlet. The fountain light will glow blue when it begins to bubble.


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