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Owner’s Manual BONAIRE DO NOT Return to store For help with installation or warranty issues call 800-939-2983 or www.bonaire-usa.com For parts Visit our secure website www.bonairedurango.com This product may qualify for up to $300 in rebates Check with your local agency...
Introduction Introduction GENERAL INFORMATION Thank you for purchasing a quality Bonaire Evaporative Cooler. We care about your safety and would ask you to spend a few minutes reading these simple instructions before installing or operating this product. Safety! Read carefully all of these instructions prior to installing and operating the unit.
BONAIRE WINDOW COOLER Table of Contents Introduction ..........................2 Operation Instructions ......................4 General ..............................4 Introduction ............................4 Unit Internal View ..........................4 Unit Operation ............................. 5 Bleed Off .............................. 5 Cooler Operation ............................ 6 Before Starting ............................ 6 Operating the unit ..........................
BONAIRE WINDOW COOLER Operation Instructions Oper ation In struct ions General Introduction Your evaporative air conditioner is engineered to meet the rigors of harsh environments. Used and maintained in accordance with this manual, it will provide you with years of quiet, cool and environmentally friendly operation.
BONAIRE WINDOW COOLER Operation Instructions Unit Operation It is essential for successful operation of the evaporative cooler that there be sufficient free air openings in the room to be cooled – approximately 0.5m² (5.4² feet). Open doors and windows will usually provide this as per the diagrams below.
BONAIRE WINDOW COOLER Operation Instructions Cooler Operation Before Starting Always ensure that there is another open window or door through which the air can exhaust to other parts of the house. Refer page 5 for correct operation and ventilation.
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BONAIRE WINDOW COOLER Operation Instructions Auto (Remote) Mode: To activate the Auto mode turn on the switch as shown. To Activate Auto Mode, Turn ON this switch (Red mark switch indicates the switch is ON). COOL Mode: - Step 1 1.
BONAIRE WINDOW COOLER Installation Unit Installation DO NOT connect the power to the cooler until the installation is complete. Internal Fixing of the Unit IT IS MANDATORY THAT THE METAL FIXING BRACKETS SUPPLIED ARE FITTED TO ENSURE A SECURE INSTALLATION. Utilise the 2 fixing brackets and 8 screws provided (4 x Screw –...
BONAIRE WINDOW COOLER Installation External Fixing of the Unit Ensure that the location chosen to mount the cooler is strong enough to support the operating weight of the unit. The unit’s nominal operating weight is 42 kg (93 lbs).
BONAIRE WINDOW COOLER Installation Use the two ‘Wall Anchors’ provided to fix the cooler to the outside of the house if a ‘stucco-type’ wall is being used. (Note that if the unit is not hard up against the wall, these fixing screws will go into the spacer block (2’...
BONAIRE WINDOW COOLER Maintenance Mainten an ce Before commencing any maintenance work on your unit, ensure it is disconnected from the power supply. Note: It is essential that your evaporative air conditioner is maintained in accordance with this manual. Failure to do so will affect the life of the product and reduce the level of efficiency.
BONAIRE WINDOW COOLER Maintenance General Filter Pads Visually check CELdek® pads for damage or blockage. Gently hose down pads from both sides to remove any build up of salts, dust and pollen. In dusty areas more regular cleaning is recommended.
BONAIRE WINDOW COOLER Maintenance Bleed Off The bleed off should be checked to ensure it runs continuously and that there is no buildup of mineral deposits in or on your air conditioner. White deposits indicate high mineral content and the bleed off system should be checked.
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BONAIRE WINDOW COOLER Maintenance 5 Year Maintenance Planner Year Year Year Year Year Check quality of filters Check fan & pump PRESEASON Fill unit with water CHECK Start unit Check bleed-off system Check and clean filters FIRST Drain, clean and refill water tray...
BONAIRE WINDOW COOLER Part List Part List Description Part Number Filter Retainer Clips 6280134SP Rear Filter Panel Assembly 6280103SP Filter Pad Set 6280116SP Motor Mounting Brackets 6282006SP Motor 6281601SP Fan Retaining Clip 6280804SP 6280806SP Control Knob 6280133SP Switch 6201609SP Capacitor 8.0 µf / 20.0 µf...
High Mineral Content white deposits on necessary and clean CELdek pad. ® pads Increase the bleed rate – see page 14. More regular maintenance may be required. ANY FURTHER PROBLEMS PLEASE CONTACT YOUR BONAIRE CUSTOMER CARE LINE ON 1-800-939-2983 Page | 17...
BONAIRE WINDOW COOLER Warranty W arrant y Statement on Product Warranty (U.S.A.) Warranty Subject to the Conditions and Exclusions, Climate Technologies Pty Ltd provides the original purchaser with the following warranty: Climate Technologies Pty Ltd warrants this appliance for a 12 month period from the date of purchase.
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BONAIRE WINDOW COOLER Warranty m) Responsibility or liability is not accepted for damage to contents, carpet, walls, ceilings, foundations or any other consequential loss or damage of whatever nature either direct or indirect resulting from installation, operation or misuse of the appliance.