GENERAL OPERATION ............... pages 9-10 WIRING DIAGRAM ................page 21 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE ............page 11 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ..........page 22 STOP DO NO T RETU RN ! For questions or comments, please call Portacool Customer Service at 936-598-5651.
QUICK SET UP Remove box and palette Position product on level surface Plug into appropriate outlet Fill sump or attach water hose For setup, pads should appear wet before starting the fan. Check the water gauge to monitor water level in tank.The water flow valve on each unit is set at max flow.
• Never wash the evaporative cooler cabinet with a garden hose; water may harm the motor and electrical system. • If the product is damaged or malfunctions, do not continue to operate it. Refer to the warranty, troubleshooting or FAQ section, call Portacool, LLC, Technical Support at...
Specifications Each Portacool evaporative cooler has its own set of operational specifications, sizes, weights, voltage frequency, current requirements, etc. Please ask for the specifications for your model from your distributor, check the serial number plate, or visit www.portacool.com for the specifications for your product.
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It is important to ensure that the spray bar is properly adjusted when first starting the water flow in the Portacool evaporative cooler. Increasing the flow using the water flow valve (see Quick Setup on page 2) makes this adjustment.
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE MAINTENANCE 1) Keep the product clean to ensure peak operating performance. 2) The rugged, corrosion-resistant construction ensures low maintenance will be required. However, in dusty or dirty environments, optional filters are available from your distributor or at www.portacoolparts.com. Daily Maintenance The pump should be turned off approximately 15 minutes before the fan is turned off.
TROUBLESHOOTING The Portacool evaporative cooler consists of three systems — the fan system, the electrical system, and the water system. It is important to determine with which of the systems the problem is associated. Certain problems may be associated with more than one system. A careful check of all systems should be made to fully understand the extent of the problem.
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The following troubleshooting guide is intended to address the most common symptoms which may occur. If you are unable to resolve the issue, please call Technical Support. Turn off all power to the evaporative cooler before attempting to troubleshoot any of the following symptoms. SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDY...
All transportation charges on parts submitted for replacement or repair under this warranty must be borne by the purchaser. Portacool, LLC., will not be held liable for any incidental or consequential damages. This warranty is declared void if the equipment is found to have been misused, abused or tampered with by unauthorized personnel.
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2. The defective part need to be returned to Portacool, LLC, labeled with the RMA number within 90 days of receipt of replacement parts. 3. The customer / distributor can call Tech Support to get an RMA number to send the defective part back to Portacool, LLC. Once the part is received by Portacool, a replacement part will be sent at no charge.
36" HAZMAT PARTS PART # DESCRIPTION PART # DESCRIPTION PAC2K36HZ Revised 02/17/15 BASE-2K36 CADDY 24 MESH-PAC-02 FAN SCREEN BELT2K-48-01 A-48 FAN BELT 25 MOTOR-EXP-014 1725 RPM 1/4 HP/60HZPUMP MOTOR BONNET-01 SPRAY BAR BONNET 26 MOTOR-MNT-36 MOUNT/ 36 FOOT MOUNT MOTOR...
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48" HAZMAT PARTS PART # DESCRIPTION PART # DESCRIPTION PAC2K48HZ Revised 02/17/15 BASE-2K48 CASTER BASE ASSM. FOR 48” PAC 26 MOTOR-EXP-014 1725 RPM 1/4 HP/60HZPUMP MOTOR BELT2K-45-01 A-45 FAN BELT 27 MOTOR-MNT-48 MOUNT/ 36 FOOT MOUNT MOTOR BONNET-04 48” SPRAY BAR BONNET 28 N-516-NYLOK 5/16-18 NYLOK NUT FOR CASTERS BOX-EXP-01...
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16" AIR DRIVEN ITEM # PART # ITEM # PART # PAC2K16AD Revised 02/17/15 AIR-HORN-06-1 LOCK-NUT BONNET-03 PAC-PLB-01 CASTERS-HD-4 PNEU-REG-80 CASTERS-HD-4L PNEU-TUBE-01 DRAIN-PLUG-01 PNEU-VALVE-01 FILTER-01 PNEU-VALVE-02 FLAP-16-01 PAD6024/G FLOAT-02 PUMP-AD-01 FLOW-CTRL-01 S-009 HOSE-FF4 STAND-16AD-01 HOSE-FM18 SPRAY-07 HOSE-FTG-05 220/50 and 220/60 models require additional parts. Please contact Customer Service for assistance...
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24" AIR DRIVEN PAC2K24AD Revised 02/17/15 ITEM # PART # ITEM # PART # AIR-HORN-10-1 HOSE-FTG-05 BONNET-02 PAC-PLB-01 CASTERS-HD-4 PAC-PLB-02 CASTERS-HD- PAD6036/G DRAIN-01 PNEU-REG-80 FILTER-01 PNEU-VALVE-01 FLAP-24-01 PNEU-VALVE-02 FLOAT-02 PUMP-AD-01 FLOW-CTRL-01 LOCK-NUT HOSE-FF4 S-009 HOSE-FM18 SPRAY-04 HOSE-FM STAND-24AD-01 220/50 and 220/60 models require additional parts. Please contact Customer Service for assistance...
VARIABLE SPD WIRING DIAGRAM Switch Wiring Diagram For 48” & 36” Hazardous Location Units Controls Fan Motor Note: Size 18-14 wire nuts are used in all connections. 14 AWG wire is used. All green wires are grounded. Power Cord Connection Box located outside...
THERE’S AN UNPLEASANT ODOR! A. Replacement parts may be purchased from any Portacool product distributor or A. The pads, located in the back of your Portacool product, have never been wet directly from Portacool Parts/Technical Support department. You may also visit www.
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TECHNICAL/PARTS CONTACT 1-936-598-5651 • 1-888-COOLAID SUPPORT@PORTACOOL.COM VISIT PORTACOOL.COM OR CALL 1-936-598-5651 FOR MORE INFORMATION Portacool, LLC • Manufacturer of Portacool™ portable evaporative coolers and KÜÜL® Pads evaporative media 709 Southview Circle • Center, Texas 75935 • 936-598-5651 • www.portacool.com • www.kuulpads.com...
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