North Star Fountain Aerator for Medium Residentail Ponds
The North Star is an elegant, trumpet-shaped pond aerator.
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Scott Aerator North Star Fountain Aerator for Medium, Residential Ponds

$2,449.00 $2,579.00
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Motor: 1 hp 115 volts
  • 1 hp 115 volts
  • 1 hp 230 volts
  • 1½ hp 230 volts
Cord Length: 70 feet
  • 70 feet
  • 100 feet
  • 150 feet - Unavailable
  • 200 feet - Unavailable
  • 250 feet - Unavailable

Estimated delivery between October 25 and October 27.

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Scott Aerator North Star Fountain Aerator for Medium, Residential Ponds
$2,449.00 $2,579.00
$2,449.00 $2,579.00
Options
Motor: 1 hp 115 volts
  • 1 hp 115 volts
  • 1 hp 230 volts
  • 1½ hp 230 volts
Cord Length: 70 feet
  • 70 feet
  • 100 feet
  • 150 feet - Unavailable
  • 200 feet - Unavailable
  • 250 feet - Unavailable

Quick Facts

Feature Detail
Motor Options 1 HP or 1.5 HP
Voltage 1 HP: 115V or 230V; 1.5 HP: 230V
Flow Rate 500 GPM with 1 HP; 600 GPM with 1.5 HP
Spray Pattern 8 ft High x 16 ft Wide with 1 HP; 12 ft High x 18 ft Wide with 1.5 HP
Motor Oil-Free Stainless Steel Submersible Motor
Operation Designed for 24-Hour-Per-Day Operation
Water Compatibility Fresh Water and Salt Water
Motor Warranty 5 Years

A Note Before You Order

Select the correct motor voltage and cord configuration for your installation. A GFCI is required, and power must always be disconnected when swimmers are present. For 115V installations, the manufacturer specifies that the distance from the main breaker to the fountain or aerator should not exceed 100 feet. If the distance is greater, select a 230V motor. A licensed electrical contractor should be used for electrical installation.

Scott Aerator North Star Fountain Aerator for Medium, Residential Ponds

The North Star Fountain Aerator combines pond aeration with a distinctive trumpet-shaped spray pattern. It moves large volumes of water at the surface, creating circulation that helps distribute oxygen throughout the pond while also helping move algae and debris away from the immediate surface area.

The medium residential North Star is available with 1 HP or 1.5 HP motor configurations. The 1 HP model is available in 115V or 230V, while the 1.5 HP model uses 230V power. Both configurations use an oil-free stainless steel submersible motor and are designed for continuous operation in fresh or salt water. Optional lighting can also be added to the fountain for nighttime use.

Configuration Guide

North Star 1 HP

Available in 115V or 230V with a 500 GPM flow rate. The 1 HP motor operates at 3,450 RPM and produces an approximately 8-foot-high by 16-foot-wide spray pattern.

The 1 HP configuration is intended for ponds greater than 1/8 acre and requires a minimum pond depth of 36 inches.

North Star 1.5 HP

The 1.5 HP model uses 230V power and provides a 600 GPM flow rate. The motor operates at 3,450 RPM and produces an approximately 12-foot-high by 18-foot-wide spray pattern.

The 1.5 HP configuration is intended for ponds greater than 1/4 acre and requires a minimum pond depth of 38 inches.

Specifications & Details
Specification Detail
Motor Oil-Free Stainless Steel Submersible Motor
Motor Sizes 1 HP and 1.5 HP
Voltage 1 HP: 115V or 230V; 1.5 HP: 230V
Frequency 60 Hz
Phase Single Phase
Motor Speed 3,450 RPM
Flow Rate 500 GPM with 1 HP; 600 GPM with 1.5 HP
Spray Pattern 8 ft High x 16 ft Wide with 1 HP; 12 ft High x 18 ft Wide with 1.5 HP
Minimum Depth 36 inches for 1 HP; 38 inches for 1.5 HP
Power Cord 1 HP 115V: 70 ft, 10-gauge, submersible with plug; 1 HP 230V: 70 ft, 12-gauge submersible; 1.5 HP 230V: 100 ft, 12-gauge submersible
Water Compatibility Fresh Water or Salt Water
Operation 24 Hours Per Day
Lighting Optional Light Kits Available
Maintenance No Routine Maintenance Required
Installation & Assembly

Anchoring

The North Star requires two nylon anchoring ropes and two weighted anchors or concrete blocks. The 1 HP configuration requires two 35-pound weights or equivalent concrete blocks, while the 1.5 HP configuration requires two 45-pound weights or equivalent concrete blocks. Anchoring components are not included.

Electrical Installation

A GFCI is required for operation. The fountain should be installed according to applicable electrical requirements, and power must be disconnected whenever swimmers are present. Select the appropriate motor voltage based on the distance between the main breaker and the fountain.

Installation Depth

The 1 HP North Star requires a minimum pond depth of 36 inches. The 1.5 HP North Star requires a minimum pond depth of 38 inches.

Maintenance & Winter Operation

Routine Maintenance

The North Star uses an oil-free stainless steel submersible motor and is designed to operate without routine maintenance. There is no oil to change and no control box is required.

Winter Operation

The manufacturer recommends leaving the North Star in place during winter. Shut off the power when freezing conditions occur and restore power after the ice has thawed. The fountain is designed to withstand subzero temperatures without requiring seasonal removal or complicated winterizing procedures.

Warranty

5-Year Motor Warranty

The North Star motor is covered by an unconditional 5-year motor warranty from Scott Aerator Company.

Warranty coverage remains subject to the manufacturer's applicable warranty terms and conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions
Question Answer
What is the North Star designed to do? It is a floating fountain aerator designed to move large volumes of water, create surface circulation, and help distribute oxygen throughout the pond.
What motor sizes are available? The medium residential North Star is available with 1 HP and 1.5 HP motor configurations.
What voltage options are available? The 1 HP model is available in 115V or 230V. The 1.5 HP model uses 230V power.
How much water does the North Star move? The 1 HP model moves 500 gallons per minute, while the 1.5 HP model moves 600 gallons per minute.
What pond depth is required? The 1 HP model requires a minimum pond depth of 36 inches. The 1.5 HP model requires a minimum depth of 38 inches.
Can the North Star be used in salt water? Yes. The North Star is approved for use in both fresh water and salt water.
Can it run continuously? Yes. The North Star is designed for 24-hour-per-day operation.
Does the North Star require routine maintenance? No routine maintenance is required. The oil-free submersible motor does not require oil changes, and no control box is needed.
Does it require winterizing? The manufacturer recommends leaving the North Star in place during winter, shutting off power while the water is frozen, and restoring power after the ice thaws.
Is a GFCI required? Yes. A GFCI is required for operation.
Can lights be added to the North Star? Yes. Optional light kits can be added when purchasing the fountain or at a later time.
How is the North Star anchored? The fountain uses two nylon ropes and two weighted anchors or concrete blocks. The 1 HP model requires two 35-pound weights, while the 1.5 HP model requires two 45-pound weights.
Downloads

1 HP North Star Specs & Assembly

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1.5 HP North Star Specs & Assembly

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Aerator Comparison Brochure

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Product Video

Watch the North Star assembly and installation video for a visual guide to setting up the fountain aerator.