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TL;DR: If water appears around a pet fountain after cleaning, check the tank and its reassembly before running another cleaner cycle. A damaged bowl, an unseated cord seal, tray overflow and pet splashing need different responses. Unplug the fountain before handling parts, and provide a separate drinking bowl while it is out of use.
Check whether water escapes from the tank itself
Petlibro's Capsule WF002/PLWF002 check begins with unplugging the adapter and separating the tank. Refill it, towel-dry the outside, and leave it in a dry place for four hours. If it continues leaking, contact Petlibro support for a replacement. This is an unplugged tank test; do not keep a leaking fountain powered.
Inspect the PetSafe Seascape's ceramic for cracks or other damage. PetSafe calls for replacing the damaged part or fountain.
Look at the parts you moved during cleaning
A watertight bowl can still spill through a misplaced connection. PetSafe's Seascape leak guidance identifies the rubber cap around the cord at the bowl's stem. Its assembly instructions show the cord passing through the stem and the cap fitted over it. Follow that model's drawing when reseating it. Do not pull a different fountain apart to find a similar cap.
On the Capsule model, Petlibro identifies the water pipe's position near the wire slot and the soft plug as separate checks. It also directs filter replacement when water overflows from the tray. Cleaner cannot restore a cracked part or replace a restricted filter. Use the matching assembly instructions, without improvised sealant or changes to the cord route.
Separate splashing from a continuing leak
PetSafe suggests checking the fountain away from pets, with a paper towel beneath it. If that area stays dry, drinking splashes may explain the water. A rubberized mat can catch pet splashes. Stop the test if water escapes.
Before reconnecting a correctly assembled Seascape, PetSafe requires the hands, electrical cord and adapter to be completely dry. Water at an electrical connection, damaged wiring or a leak that remains after the approved checks needs manufacturer help before reuse.
Resume cleaning only after the leak is resolved
GOHALL fountain cleaner addresses everyday residue in compatible fountains. It does not repair a leak. Confirm that the fountain permits the cleaner and method first. Remove filters, keep pets away, complete every required rinse and refill with fresh drinking water. The fountain, pump and filter guide covers that separate maintenance job.
Question about water under a fountain
Should I add more cleaner when the tray overflows?
No. Capsule guidance calls for filter replacement for that symptom. Use your model's checks before another cleaning treatment.