Scott Aerator Amherst Fountain For Medium, Residential Ponds

Scott Aerator's Amherst Pond Fountain for medium residential ponds.

Amherst Fountain - healthy ponds through oxygen transfer and water circulation.

Amherst Fountain - beauty and function - pond management

Amherst Fountain is proudly manufactured in the USA with an unconditional, 5-year motor warranty.

The Amherst Fountain is proudly manufactured in the USA with an unconditional, 5-year motor warranty. Also available with lights.

Amherst Fountain - effective pond maintenance system

Amherst Fountain with color-changing LED fountain lights.

Amherst Fountain - healthy ponds - nighttime display - LED lights

Amherst Fountains - Eco-friendly solution for healthy ponds

Amherst Fountain for medium residential ponds

Amherst Fountain with color changing LED lights

The Amherst Fountain is proudly manufactured in the USA. Also available with lights.

Scott Aerator Amherst Fountain For Medium, Residential Ponds

$3,203.52 $3,378.36

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Quick Facts

Feature	Detail
Motor Options	1 HP or 1.5 HP
Voltage	115V or 230V depending on motor configuration
Flow Rate	75 GPM for 1 HP; 115 GPM for 1.5 HP
Spray Pattern	15' x 25' for 1 HP; 15' x 30' for 1.5 HP
Motor	Oil-Free Stainless Steel Submersible Motor
Operation	Designed for 24-Hour Continuous 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 the manufacturer recommends using a licensed electrical contractor. For proper operation of a 115-volt motor, the distance from the main breaker to the fountain should not exceed 100 feet. Always disconnect power whenever swimmers are present.

Scott Aerator Amherst Fountain For Medium, Residential Ponds

The Amherst Fountain combines a three-tiered water display with practical pond circulation and oxygen transfer. Designed for medium-sized residential ponds, its classic fountain pattern creates a visible water feature while helping circulate water throughout the pond.

The medium residential Amherst is available with 1 HP and 1.5 HP oil-free motor configurations. The 1 HP version is offered in 115V or 230V, while the 1.5 HP configuration uses 230V power. Both configurations are designed for continuous operation and can be used in fresh or salt water. Light kits can also be added for nighttime operation.

Configuration Guide

Amherst Fountain 1 HP

The 1 HP Amherst Fountain is available in 115V or 230V configurations and provides a 75 GPM flow rate. It requires a minimum pond depth of 44 inches and produces a spray pattern measuring approximately 15 feet by 25 feet.

The 115V version is supplied with a 100-foot, 10-gauge submersible power cord with plug. The 230V version uses a 100-foot, 12-gauge submersible power cord. Longer cord lengths can be ordered.

Amherst Fountain 1.5 HP

The 1.5 HP Amherst Fountain uses 230V power and provides a 115 GPM flow rate. It requires a minimum pond depth of 50 inches and produces a spray pattern measuring approximately 15 feet by 30 feet.

The 1.5 HP configuration is supplied with a 100-foot, 12-gauge submersible power cord, with longer cord lengths available by order.

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	75 GPM for 1 HP; 115 GPM for 1.5 HP
Minimum Depth	44 inches for 1 HP; 50 inches for 1.5 HP
Spray Dimensions	15' x 25' for 1 HP; 15' x 30' for 1.5 HP
Power Cord	1 HP 115V: 100 ft, 10-gauge; 1 HP 230V: 100 ft, 12-gauge; 1.5 HP: 100 ft, 12-gauge
Water Compatibility	Fresh Water or Salt Water
Operation	24 Hours Per Day
Warranty	5-Year Motor Warranty

Installation & Assembly

Anchoring

The Amherst Fountain requires two nylon anchoring ropes and two weighted anchors or concrete blocks. The required anchor weight depends on the motor configuration. Anchoring components are not included with the fountain.

Electrical Installation

A GFCI is required for operation. The manufacturer recommends professional electrical installation and specifies that power should always be disconnected when swimmers are present. Select the appropriate voltage before installation.

115V Installation Distance

For proper operation of a 115-volt motor, the distance from the main breaker to the fountain or aerator should not exceed 100 feet. A 230-volt configuration should be selected when the installation requires greater distance.

Light Installation

Optional light kits can be added to the Amherst Fountain at the time of purchase or added later. Light options provide nighttime illumination for the fountain display.

Maintenance & Winter Operation

Routine Maintenance

The Amherst Fountain is designed for low-maintenance operation. Its oil-free submersible motor eliminates the need for oil changes, and the manufacturer states that no routine maintenance is required.

Winter Operation

The fountain is designed to remain in place during winter conditions. Power should be shut off during freezing conditions, and operation can resume after the water thaws. The fountain is designed to withstand sub-zero conditions.

Salt Water Use

The Amherst Fountain is approved for use in salt water as well as fresh water, allowing the same fountain design to be used in a variety of pond and water feature environments.

Warranty

5-Year Motor Warranty

The Amherst Fountain motor is covered by a 5-year warranty. Scott Aerator states that its fountains and aerators carry an unconditional 5-year motor warranty.

Additional warranty options are available for selected motors and light kits at the time of purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question	Answer
What is the Amherst Fountain designed to do?	It creates a three-tiered fountain display while circulating water and transferring oxygen throughout the pond.
What motor sizes are available?	The medium residential Amherst Fountain 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.
What pond depth is required?	The 1 HP Amherst Fountain requires a minimum pond depth of 44 inches. The 1.5 HP configuration requires a minimum depth of 50 inches.
What size spray does the Amherst produce?	The 1 HP model produces a spray approximately 15 feet by 25 feet. The 1.5 HP model produces a spray approximately 15 feet by 30 feet.
Can the Amherst Fountain be used in salt water?	Yes. The fountain is approved for use in both fresh water and salt water.
Can it run continuously?	Yes. The Amherst Fountain is designed for 24-hour-per-day operation.
Does it require routine maintenance?	No routine maintenance is required, and the oil-free motor does not require oil changes.
Is a GFCI required?	Yes. A GFCI is required for the Amherst Fountain installation.
Can lights be added?	Yes. Optional light kits can be added when ordering the fountain or installed later.
How is the fountain anchored?	The fountain uses two nylon anchoring ropes connected to the unit and two weighted anchors or concrete blocks. Anchoring components are not included.
Can the fountain remain in the pond during winter?	Yes. The fountain can remain in place during winter. Power should be turned off during freezing conditions and restored after the water thaws.

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Product Videos

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