Solar Water Fountain Project

This step-by-step tutorial will teach you how to create a solar water fountain.
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Items Needed

01

Electric drill—For drilling holes

02

Metal bowl - As a water storage tank

03

Fire-resistant glass—For decorative purposes

04

6W 80GPH Solar Birdbath Fountain Pump

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05

Metal Basket—As a Fountain Structure

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Clay plates and flower pots—As fountain structures

01

Electric drill—For drilling holes

02

Metal bowl - As a water storage tank

03

Fire-resistant glass—For decorative purposes

04

6W 80GPH Solar Birdbath Fountain Pump

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05

Metal Basket—As a Fountain Structure

06

Clay plates and flower pots—As fountain structures

Step 1: Painting

1. The decorative planters have all been painted black, creating a cohesive overall look.

2. Wait for the paint to dry completely.

Step 2: Testing the water pump operation

3. Place the solar panels in a sunny, completely unobstructed location.

4. Place the pump in the water basin, it must be completely submerged to test its operation.

Step 2: Assembling the fountain structure

5. Drill a hole in the center of the bottom of the metal basket; the hole should be slightly larger than the hose.

6. Positioning the Basin and Running Pipes.

Step 4: Decoration and Operation

7. Incorporate flame-treated glass as a decorative element.

8. Place the solar panels in a sunny, unobstructed location.