Abstract: A sprayer. An annular tube is installed at a water outlet of a water main tube. The annular tube is installed with spraying holes. The annular tube is formed with at least one annular tube. The surface of the annular tube is installed with spraying holes. In one embodiment, a first annular tube rotates around the water main tube. Another annular tube rotates around the first annular tube so that water beams from the spraying holes to present a changeable three dimensional effect.

Abstract: The present invention provides decorative fountains, assemblies for fountains and decorative fountain kits. An assembly for a decorative fountain includes an overflow container defining a reservoir and an outlet in fluid communication with the reservoir, a support surface defining one or more apertures and positioned over the reservoir for supporting a drinking vessel, a support conduit defining a passageway for fluid and having a first end fluidly connected to the outlet and an opposite end defining an aperture. A bottle inlet is in fluid communication with the support conduit and is configured to mate with an inlet opening defined through the base of the beverage container so that the aperture is in fluid communication with the vessel. A pump is disposed within the reservoir and is operable to pump fluid from the reservoir through the passageway and into the vessel.

Abstract: A decorative humidifier and fountain apparatus containing water for simultaneously humidifying and purifying air is disclosed that produces soothing sights and sounds as well as efficiently cleaned and humidified air. It includes a housing and a water distributor for forming a water curtain from the water. The water curtain has a first portion and a second portion. An evaporative filter element is sized and proportioned to humidify and filter the air as it passes through the fountain. A pool is positioned so as to receive the water from the water curtain. Water is circulated from the pool to the water distributor with a water circulating means. An air circulator draws air through the first portion of the water curtain, forcing air through the evaporative element, then forcing air through the second portion of the water curtain.

Abstract: A fountain has a container receiving therein a battery, a micro chip, a pump electrically connected to the battery and operably controlled by the micro chip and a tube received in the container. A float is provided in the tube and is able to move upward and downward intermittently in the tube. The float further has extensions securely mounted on a top face of the float so that when the float is moving upward, the extensions, originally folded due to the confinement of the tube, extend to present an ornamental effect to the environment.

Abstract: A sprayer is disclosed. An annular tube is installed at a water outlet of a water main tube. The annular tube is installed with spraying holes. The annular tube is formed with at least one annular tube. The surface of the annular tube is installed with spraying hole. In this structure, one annular tube rotates around the water main tube. Another annular tube rotates around the annular tube. Therefore, the water beams from the spraying hole present a changeable three dimensional effect.

Abstract: The main use of the laminar device is for fountain displays. When water flows though the surge suppressor assembly and laminar assembly, this device remove all the turbulent in fluid flow, and display an extreme laminar stream of water.

Abstract: An aquavision fountain pot is constructed to include a pot body holding an amount of water, a face panel mounted in the pot body, the face panel having separated waterways and top jet nozzles respectively disposed in communication with the waterways, a plurality of motor pumps installed in a watertight chamber defined in the pot body and controlled by a function controller to pump water from the pot body to the waterways and the jet nozzles to show a water dance, and dashboards provided around the jet nozzles to buffer fallen water.

Abstract: A garden sprinkler includes a housing member, a driving member, a transmission member, and two spray members. The housing member is provided with a receiving space in which the driving member and the transmission member are mounted such that the driving member is engaged with the transmission member. The two spray members are fastenend pivotally to the housing member and are engaged with the transmission member. The spray members are actuated by the transmission member to swing up and down to bring about a uniform irrigation of a garden, lawn, golf course, and the like.

Abstract: A system for waterfall construction and assembly designed for and intended for use by a user comprising of a kit of pre-designed, engineered and manufactured parts wherein each constituent part, when assembled by a user, constitutes a complete waterfall assembly. Primary components of the waterfall system include a remote reservoir, remote pump located in or adjacent to a remote located reservoir, an interim basin, an upper distribution basin, and a user furnished and selected waterfall facing material.

Abstract: In FIG. 1, turbulent water or other fluid enters the nozzle body, 2, at inlet port, 1, and encounters the convex surface of a porous filter which has been formed into the shape of a hollow hemisphere, 3, at the center of which is the exit orifice. As the fluid flows through the hollow hemispherical diffuser it has its Reynold's Number significantly reduced. The energy of any gross turbulences on the convex side of the diffuser tends to be converted to a very great number of micro-turbulences which tend to be self canceling. Since the diffuser, 3, also shown in FIG. 3, is shaped as a hollow hemisphere centered upon the exit orifice, 4, then all water flowing from the diffuser to the exit orifice has substantially the same distance to travel from all directions. With this low-turbulence fluid all having substantially the same straight-line distance to travel to the exit orifice, 4, there tends to be little new turbulence introduced and the fluid, 5, exiting the orifice, 4, tends to be highly laminar.

Abstract: The present invention provides a new waterfall apparatus water reservoirs such as pools, spa's and the like. It comprises a manifold having a water inlet connected to the a water supply, preferably the water supply from the reservoir's plumbing. The manifold has internal baffles to remove turbulence from the water, which is then directed to a spillway water outlet. The spillway has a through slot that allows water to flow out from the manifold. It also has a removable outlet cap which forms the water into a particular waterfall shape. Another embodiment of the invention for spas, has a tubular body and a outlet that is in the form of a longitudinal slot in the body. The outlet cap is then mounted in the slot. In both embodiments the outlet cap can be easily removed to clean the apparatus if debris becomes lodged within it. It can also be removed if the spillway becomes damaged or it the pool/spa owner would like to change the type of waterfall produced by the apparatus.

Abstract: The present invention is a decorative water display including a low maintenance aquatic animal basin capable of supporting aquatic animals such as fish by using a specially designed filter which cooperates with a hollow base of a water sculpture, a water pump, and a basin containing water. This arrangement allows a water display with a water sculpture such as a statuette or rock formation to provide a decorative environment for supporting aquatic animals which is clean and odor free, which does not endanger the aquatic animals, and which has the unexpected result of requiring very low maintenance or de minimus maintenance.

Abstract: A lamp illuminates a waterfall from behind as a liquid cascades down the outside of a housing into a basin. From the basin, the liquid flows through a cavity in the housing, behind a body and through a pump, through an outflow line, through a cap with filter, and into a liquid retainer at the top of the body. The liquid retainer overflows, allowing the liquid to cascade down the outside of the body and back into the basin for recirculation. The enclosure comprises alternating opaque and translucent bands. A light source within the cavity behind the enclosure illuminates an inside surface of the body with the translucent bands transmitting light through the cascading liquid, producing an appealing visual effect.

Abstract: A candle stand in combination with a fountain to provide ornamental effects includes a hollow base, a candle stand assembly, and a fountain assembly. A pump is disposed inside the base. The candle stand assembly is mounted on top of the base. The fountain includes a hollow connector and a tube communicating the connector to the pump. A bottom semi-sphere is disposed around the connector and on top of the cover plate. A top semi-sphere is disposed around the connector and above the cover plate. An upper plate and a lower plate are disposed around the connector and between the bottom semi-sphere and the top semi-sphere.

Abstract: A fountain device with a rotating revolver consists of a reservoir, a water supply system, at least one bearing system, and at least one revolver. The water supply system is secured in the reservoir and pumps water to rotate the revolver and to spurt the water from a top of the revolver. The mounted revolver(s) are rotated by hydraulic power, and can selectively rotate the demanded revolver by setting a bifurcating box and the bearing system between a bottom board of the demanded revolver and a revolver below the demanded layer. The structure of this invention enables it to be used indoors, outdoors, or even on a table.

Abstract: A fountain device with rotating screen consists of a reservoir, a water supply system, a cover, and a top revolver. A bearing is secured in a blade chamber on the cover and can be rotated by hydraulic power to drive the top revolver. The top revolver is pivotally mounted on the bearing and can be changed easily, whereby the rotating screens of the fountain device can be changed easily to provide interest to consumers.

Abstract: A candle fountain is provided which includes a base defining a reservoir therein which is adapted to hold a fluid, such as water. A pump having an inlet and an outlet is provided in communication with the base reservoir. A candle member is supported on the base, where the candle member includes a bore formed at least partially therethrough having an inlet and at least one outlet. The bore inlet is in fluid communication with the pump outlet such that fluid can be pumped from the base reservoir into the bore and out through the one or more bore outlets of the candle member. Advantageously, the candle member can be lit during operation of the candle fountain to provide additional sensory enjoyment.

Abstract: A sprayer device may receive water from a water reservoir, and includes a light device, and a device for actuating the light device with the water flowing through the sprayer device. The light device may be energized to light the mist or the spraying water out of the sprayer device for decorative purposes. The sprayer device includes a barrel coupled to the water reservoir. A switch device includes two conductor blades disposed in the barrel and coupled to the light device for being actuated by the water flowing through the barrel.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Water-Ball structure, which is comprised of a base, a water pumping and draining device, a model, a waterproof separating plate, a motor, and a transparent upper lid. Wherein, an appropriate proportion of oil and water are poured into a closed space, which is formed by the waterproof separating plate and the transparent upper lid. By the characteristic that oil is lighter than water and by the motion of the water pumping and draining device, the water, sunk in lower layer, is injected into upper oil layer through the pipelines inside the interior of the model. The major characteristic is that each magnetic element is arranged respectively on the rotating blade of the water pumping and draining device and the axis center of the motor. When the motor, arranged under the waterproof separating plate, is rotating, it will directly active the rotating blade located above the waterproof separating plate to rotate by magnetic power.

Abstract: An adapter assembly for mounting a hollow glass ornament such as a blown glass gazing ball onto a support structure, for example an upright sprinkler. The adapter assembly includes a cylindrical plastic body having a first end adapted to mate with a base opening in the glass gazing ball, and a second end adapted to fit into the support. A bolt is rotatably inserted through the adapter body, and its threaded tip engages a flexible retaining piece comprising an elongated strip of rubber-like material having a nut held therein for receiving the bolt. The flexible retaining piece is pre-assembled to the tip of the bolt, and then inserted endwise into the gazing ball opening until the adapter assembly can be rotated downwardly and then pushed axially into the opening while the second end of the flexible retaining piece is bent against the adapter assembly and pushed through to the interior where it unfolds.

Abstract: A fountain which allows interaction by the viewer which alters the fountain's water display. An apparatus and method are disclosed wherein a person viewing the fountain may provide a control indication which causes the fountain display to vary. The preferred embodiment uses an ultrasonic sensor to determine the height of a viewer's hand above a sensor and the water pressure delivered to the fountain is adjusted according to position of the viewer's hand. The invention may use a single or a plurality of sensors to control different groups of jets thereby allowing a large variety of fountain design options.

Abstract: A fountain apparatus for producing fountain dispersal streams emitted in parallel laminar relation, said apparatus including at least one nozzle comprising an outer tubular member and at least one other tubular member mounted inside thereof and wherein all of said tubular members are disposed with their longitudinal axes in parallel relation whereby their dispersal streams are in substantially parallel relation to one another when emitted, valve means for controlling the flow of liquid to each said nozzle, said valve means each having an inlet adapted for connection in fluid communication with a source of liquid under pressure and having valve outlet means comprising at least a pair of outlets, conduit means for connecting each of said valve outlets with a different one of the nozzle tubular member inlets, and means for operating said plurality of valve means to selectively control the degree of fluid communication between each of said valve outlets and said conduit means whereby when said valve inlet means a

Abstract: A decorative fountain comprising a support member that can be disposed on a floor or a wall is disclosed. The decorative fountain is comprised of a decorative element which may be disposed on the support member and at least one reservoir. A liquid can flow from an upper position on the decorative element, down the front of the decorative element, where it is received by the reservoir. Optionally, a liquid pumping device coupled to the reservoir may pump the liquid to the upper position on the decorative element. The decorative fountain further comprises flowers in a growing medium, with a sunlight substitute.

Abstract: An adapter for connecting a glass ornament to the metal blind bore upright found in standpipe-type sprinkler heads. The adapter is configured to be permanently secured over a base portion of the glass ornament, and further has a lower oversleeve portion adapted to be removably secured over an upper end of the blind bore upright.

Abstract: An evaporative cooling unit that sprays a water mist into the air to cool the air by evaporation of the water mist is disguised as to its function and purpose by including the misting nozzles and water supply conduits in a decorative structure, such as an artificial flower arrangement or plant. The misting unit of the invention includes a base and a decorative structure extending from the base. A water conduit extends through the base from a base end with a fitting for attachment to a source of pressurized water such as a garden hose, into the decorative structure where it ends in at least one decorative structure end with a misting nozzle thereon. The base may take the form of a flower pot with the decorative structure taking the form of flowers or a plant extending from the flower pot.

Abstract: A system of modular artificial rocks provides aesthetic appeal to a landscape. The system comprises at least two rocks, one stacked on the other and interlocked to each other, as by a tongue and groove arrangement. The rocks have respective back ends that overhang. The back ends of all but the bottom rock of a stack are supported off the ground. In a modified embodiment, the back ends of the rocks align in vertical planes. There may be one back end, in which case the rocks can be placed flush against a fence or a building wall. In another embodiment, there are two back ends. Two or more stacks of modular rocks are placed with their back ends in flat facing contact. For example, the back ends of the rocks of each of three stacks may subtend an angle of 120 degrees. A waterfall can be incorporated into any of the stacks. The bottom rock of a stack has a depression that acts as a reservoir. Water is pumped to the top of the top rock of the stack, from where it flows back to the reservoir.

Abstract: A fountain which allows interaction by the viewer which alters the fountain's water display. An apparatus and method are disclosed wherein a person viewing the fountain may provide a control indication which causes the fountain display to vary. The preferred embodiment uses an ultrasonic sensor to determine the height of a viewer's hand above a sensor and the water pressure delivered to the fountain is adjusted according to position of the viewer's hand. The invention may use a single or a plurality of sensors to control different groups of jets thereby allowing a large variety of fountain design options.

Abstract: A decorative and educational waterfall device has a substantially continuous film of a liquid, such as water, low viscosity oil or an aqueous solution, extending between spaced guide surfaces. The waterfall comprises a base reservoir in which is mounted an electrical pump. A liquid flow passage is mounted to the base and extends to a trough with a lip portion or a tank with a flow orifice from which water flows to form the waterfall between the spaced guide surfaces. The trough or flow orifice is configured to cause the flow of water to be directed outwardly toward the guide surfaces to improve the capability of the liquid to form a continuous film and the adherence of the liquid film to the guide surfaces.

Abstract: A housing defines a sealed interior cavity to provide buoyancy for floating the housing in water. A battery housing secured to the buoyant housing supports a rechargeable battery and maintains the vertical alignment of the buoyant housing. An upper plate on the buoyant housing supports a plurality of upwardly directed lights and fountain nozzles together with a plurality of manually actuatible switches. An internal battery-powered pump mechanism is operative within the buoyant housing to draw water into the buoyant housing and force it upwardly through the fountain nozzles to produce vertically directed fountain sprays. The fountain sprays may be illuminated by the light assemblies supported by the upper plate. A remote control receiver and control circuit is supported within the buoyant housing and receives operative control signals from a handheld remote control unit.

Abstract: A waterfall apparatus comprising a water confining base, said base including a bottom and a plurality of upwardly extending side walls connected to said bottom; a water inlet connected to said base for providing a path of travel for water entering said base; a water outlet connected to said base, said water outlet including an upper lip connected to at least a first one of said plurality of side walls and extending outwardly therefrom, and a lower lip spaced apart from said upper lip, connected to at least to a second one of said plurality of side walls, and extending outwardly therefrom so that water positioned within said base flows between said upper and lower lips and outwardly and downwardly therefrom; a water flow guiding arm connected to said base and extending downwardly at a predetermined angle therefrom into the inner confines of said base to provide a water flow path of travel from said water inlet, around said guiding arm and from said water outlet, the predetermined angle being less than 90 degre

Abstract: A swivel lawn sprinkler includes a mounting rack for mounting, a water tube vertically connected to the mounting rack by a hose connector and adapted to receive water from a water source through the hose connector, a pipe connector fastened to the top end of the water tube, the pipe connector having a collar of oval profile disposed around the periphery thereof, and a swivel sprinkler head coupled to the pipe connector and forced to rotate on the pipe connector upon passing of water from the water tube, the swivel sprinkler head having a figured frame, and two wings coupled to figured frame and forced by the periphery of the collar of oval profile to move up and down upon rotary motion of the swivel sprinkler head on the pipe connector.

Abstract: A water display installation generating two-dimensional flow patterns on a net wall which includes a reservoir supplied with liquid by a conduit incorporating a plurality of perforations emerging into the reservoir, and provided with an overflow lip arranged such that the liquid flows from the reservoir along the wall. The reservoir includes a filtering foam for ensuring uniformity of the liquid flow from one end of the lip to the other end.

Abstract: An adapter for connecting a glass ornament to the metal blind bore upright found in standpipe-type sprinkler heads. The adapter is configured to be permanently secured over a base portion of the glass ornament, and further has a lower oversleeve portion adapted to be removably secured over an upper end of the blind bore upright.

Abstract: The present invention provides a modular connector for use in fountains that includes a collar having a first collar portion, a second collar portion, a third collar portion, two ears and two flanges. The first collar portion has a first outside diameter and a first inside diameter. The second collar portion is disposed between the first collar portion and the third collar portion and has the first outside diameter and a second inside diameter. The third collar portion has a second outside diameter and the first inside diameter. The two ears oppose one another, each ear extending from the second collar portion through the first collar portion and above the first collar portion, each ear disposed between the first inside diameter and the second inside diameter. The two flanges oppose one another and extend inwardly from the first collar portion to form a channel with the second collar portion.

Abstract: A swivel lawn sprinkler includes a mounting rack for mounting, a water tube vertically connected to the mounting rack by a hose connector and adapted to receive water from a water source through the hose connector, a pipe connector fastened to the top end of the water tube, the pipe connector, a swivel sprinkler head coupled to the pipe connector and forced to rotate on the pipe connector by water pressure when sprinkling, and a slide coupled to swivel sprinkler head and forced to move two ornaments alternatively up and down and to oscillate symmetrical pairs of wings up and down upon rotary motion of the spray tube.

Abstract: A sealed-cell waterfall display unit comprises a closed cell having front and back walls (20 & 22), side walls (24 & 26), and top and bottom panels (28 & 30); a reservoir for water in the top of the cell (32); a reservoir for water in the bottom of the cell (34); a pump (46) for conveying the water in the lower reservoir (34) to the upper reservoir (32), whereby the water overflows the upper reservoir (32) and flows down the front wall (20) in a waterfall fashion; and indentures (40) in the front wall (20) for producing a rippling effect in the flowing water.

Abstract: An Illuminated Windshield Wiper Nozzle is designed with a nozzle installed at the outlet of a channel inside the base. The channel is connected with the auto's pump and water tank. Water is pumped into the channel and sprays out of the nozzle. The creation features a transparent base equipped with an illuminator at front end. The above construction enables the illuminator to give light at the same time when the pump is started to spray water, thus producing a wonderful effect.

Abstract: A waterfall system is provided. The waterfall system has a reservoir tank for holding water and a pump mechanism within the reservoir tank for pumping the water. A conduit cooperates with the pump means and has a first end and a second end for directing the pumped water from the first end of the conduit means to the second end of the conduit means with the first end of the conduit means being positioned within the reservoir tank. A spiral directional mechanism on the conduit means directs the pumped water substantially from the second end of the conduit means in a continuous spiral manner in a direction generally toward the first end.

Abstract: A water fountain is disclosed for use in residential and commercial environments. The water fountain includes a support frame and a catch basin within which a recirculating pump system is placed. A background flow display surface is attached to the support frame for receiving water thereover from the recirculating pump system. In one embodiment, the water fountain includes a facade connected to the support frame. The facade includes a plurality of apertures such that when the facade is placed over the background flow display surface, a portion of the background flow display surface is visible through the apertures in the facade, thereby permitting visibility of the flowing water as well. The facades may include apertures of various shapes and sizes and in different arrangements. The invention also provides the use of illumination and variable recirculation pumps in order to achieve dramatic visual effects.

Abstract: A fountain control system capable of synchronizing a water, light, and sound performance. The fountain control system includes a plurality of variable speed pumps which are used to control the flow of water through the discharge conduits and ultimately the height of the stream of water projected by the discharge outlet. The fountain control system is capable of varying the speed of the pumps in accordance with an audio input signal and thereby control the height of the stream of water without the use of valves. The light and sound aspects of the performance are delayed to compensate for mechanical delays in the system to ensure a synchronized performance. The fountain control system has the added ability of providing a unique performance based on different pieces of music without the need of reprogramming.

Abstract: The invention is a novelty shower head having a cavity in the wall of the shower head containing objects which move according to the swirl of water through the shower head providing an entertaining display of moving objects while in the shower.

Abstract: The main use of the water-ejecting device is for fountain displays. The water-ejecting device is submerged, at least in part, in a fountain pool and is comprised of a water tank with a small, smooth, tapered open end at the top. The bottom of the water tank contains an integral, spring loaded, sliding cylinder to provide automatic water tank refilling, and hydraulic cushion to prevent vibration and noise. A computer-controlled air control valve connects the lower portion of the water tank to a supply of air under pressure. When the air control valve opens, the air under pressure will push water through the taper open end at the top, and display a stream of water. When the air control valve closes, the said water tank will be refilled automatically by the integral spring loaded sliding cylinder.

Abstract: A fountain humidifier and air cleanser for providing moisture to surrounding air. The fountain humidifier and air cleanser includes a base including a skirt extending therefrom forming a reservoir for retaining a fluid therein and a hollow structure including a recess in a top side thereof and an open base side having an irregularly shaped edge. The hollow structure is removably positioned within the reservoir whereby fluid within the reservoir is able to flow into the structure through spaces present between the base side and reservoir due to the irregularly shaped edge. A pump is positioned within the hollow structure and a diverter is connected to the pump. The diverter extends through the recess in the top side of the hollow structure, wherein the pump pumps fluid within the reservoir against the diverter causing the fluid to form a dome shaped flow through the recess and back into the reservoir.

Abstract: The present invention provides a nozzle assembly for producing varying water patterns. In one embodiment, a variable first flow of water is constrained to flow in a linear direction. A variable second flow of water is applied to the first flow of water to impart a twist to the first flow of water. The resulting flow of water has a height component that is largely determined by the first flow of water and a lateral component that is largely determined by the second flow of water. For example, if there is only a first flow and no second flow, the resulting water effect is a narrow column of water. If there is no first flow and a second flow, the resulting water effect is a cone with a small vertical dimension. If there are both first and second flows, a cone is produced with a vertical dimension that is largely determined by the first flow and a lateral dimension that is largely determined by the second flow.

Abstract: A combined receptacle and waterfall unit for a pool or the like includes a receptacle portion and a water dispensing unit positioned in a recessed portion of the rim of the receptacle. The water dispensing unit dispenses water like a waterfall laterally outward from the rim of the receptacle. The receptacle may be shaped to be used as a planter. A lighting device may be positioned on or near the water dispensing unit to illuminate the water being dispensed therefrom.

Abstract: A combined receptacle and waterfall unit for a pool or the like, comprising a lower receptacle portion, an upper receptacle portion positioned above and within the lower receptacle portion to define a space therebetween, and a water dispensing unit positioned in the space between the upper and lower receptacle portions and being constructed to dispense water like a waterfall laterally outwardly adjacent to or near the substantially aligned outer peripheral edges of the upper and lower receptacle portions. The upper receptacle portion may be shaped to be used as a planter. A lighting device may be positioned on or near the water dispensing unit to illuminate the water being dispensed therefrom.

Abstract: A water fountain including a series of sculptured leaves with a wide rear and a narrow front. Each of the leaves includes a dished region in the center at a lower elevation, a periphery at a higher elevation and a plurality of flow points near the front at an intermediate elevation. The leaves are assembled in different planes over which the water flows creating a cascading effect. The water fountain also includes a series of pedestals on which a leaf is adjustably supported. Each pedestal consist of a top circular hoop, a bottom circular hoop, and a metal rod to connected the top hoop with the bottom hoop. Each metal rod is of a different height in order to allow each leaf to descend with respect to the next leaf to attain the cascade effect for decorative purposes.

Abstract: An adapter for connecting a glass ornament to the metal blind bore upright found in standpipe-type sprinkler heads. The adapter is configured to be permanently secured over a base portion of the glass ornament, and further has a lower oversleeve portion adapted to be removably secured over an upper end of the blind bore upright.

Abstract: A water fountain spray modifier for use in combination with a pond aerator to modify the water fountain spray pattern generated by the pond aerator. The water fountain spray modifier includes a support arm pivotally mounted between a pair of brackets mounted to the pond aerator. The support arm includes a spray diffuser formed on its first end and is movable between an operative position and an inoperative position. When the support arm is in the operative position, the spray diffuser is generally aligned with the outlet opening of the pond aerator such that the spray diffuser reduces the height of the water fountain produced by the pond aerator. The water fountain spray modifier includes a locking mechanism that secures the support arm and attached spray diffuser in either the operative position or the inoperative position. The locking mechanism includes a plunger movable between a retracted position and an extended position.

Abstract: A solar powered water fountain comprising at least one solar cell (10) electrically connected to a direct current motor (12), which is connected by a shaft to a submersible, seal-less pump having at least one output orifice. The fountain may be stationary, or mounted on a float (18); It may be in the shape of a lily pad, or any other shape. The apparatus may include a decorative motor cowling (32), for example, in the shape of a frog.