Troubleshooting - MasterCool MCP59 Installation And Operating Manual

Trouble Shooting Chart
PROBLEM
Unit will not start
Insufficient Cooling
Water in air stream
High indoor humidity
Odor in home
Rapid mineral buildup
on media pads
PROBABLE CAUSE
a. No Power
b. Tripped Circuit Breaker
c. Blown home fuse
d. Electrical fault
a. Inadequate water distribution
(pads not saturated)
b. Pads dirty or covered with
mineral deposits
a. Water system has leaks or
loose connections
b. Water is not being absorbed
by media pads, and entering
straight into airflow
a. Insufficient air flow
b. Unsatisfactory exhaust
a. Occurs initially when pads are
first saturated.
b. Bacterial growth in reservoir
c. Air intake is picking up
ambient odor from
surroundings
a. Hard water
SOLUTION
a. Verify unit plugged in;
and outlet is functional
b. Reset Circuit Breaker
c. Replace home fuse
d. Call Champion Help line
a. Check water distribution tray and
hose for blockages.
‐ Verify pump operating correctly
‐ Check water supply for correct flow
b. Wash dirt & deposits off pads
or replace pads
a. Check all water connections, tubing,
distribution tray for loose fittings,
leakage or tears.
b. Check condition of pads. Clean or
replace as necessary .
a. Increase fan speed
b. Open doors or windows more
a. Normal. Will dissipate shortly.
b. Clean unit regularly with disinfectant
or add a liquid bacteriostat into the
water tank
c. Remove source of odor or move
cooler to another window
a. Increase maintenance cycle and
wash off scale more often. Check
orifices are clear of mineral buildup.
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