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MEGA-COOL
Evaporative Cooling Systems
Cumberland
1004 E. Illinois St.
Assumption, IL 62510
Manual Part No. 4801-5120 Rev 1-2020

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  • Page 1 MEGA-COOL Evaporative Cooling Systems Cumberland 1004 E. Illinois St. Assumption, IL 62510 Manual Part No. 4801-5120 Rev 1-2020...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Add Ball Valve to End ................26 Float Valve Tank Assembly ............... 27 Mega-Cool 10'-120' Straight Span, Center-Mount In-Line Pump System .. 28 Mega-Cool 10'-80' Corner, End-Mount In-Line Pump System ....29 Mega-Cool 10'-120' Corner, Center-Mount In-Line Pump System .... 30 Flush System –...
  • Page 3: Limited Warranty

    GSI warrants, subject to all other conditions described in this Warranty, Service Parts which it manufactures for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase, unless specified in Enhancements above. Parts not manufactured by GSI will carry the Manufacturer’s Warranty. (Protein Limited Warranty_REV01_ 06 November 2018) Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 3 of 48...
  • Page 4: Tools Required

    Tools Required Description of System TOOLS REQUIRED Mega-Cool is the brand name of evaporative cooling system from Cumberland. Each Mega-Cool system uses a continuous bank of evaporative cooling pads and PVC piping glue PVC piping cutter PVC Pipe Cleaner water to cool incoming air.
  • Page 5: In-Line System Configuration Options

    In-Line System Configuration Options main portion of the step-by-step instructions refer to the most commonly used The Mega-Cool system can be mounted in various setup configurations straight systems. Refer to the system specific figures for additional details. depending on the application requirements. Know the application requirements Some of the pads have been removed from the figures for clarity.
  • Page 6: Sump Pump System Configuration Options

    Sump Pump System Configuration Options The Mega-Cool system can be mounted in two sump pump configurations Refer to the system specific figures for additional details. depending on the application requirements. Know the application requirements before starting the Mega-Cool installation. Examples of sump pump application configurations: Some of the pads have been removed from the figures for clarity.
  • Page 7: Installation Cross-Section (Systems Up To 80 Ft.)

    2" x 6" Board or 11"(27.9 cm) for 6" pad Equivalent NOTE: 2x6 refers to U. S. finished or Steel Equivalent. See Page 5. lumber measurements. 9.5" (24.1 cm) Minimum Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 7 of 48...
  • Page 8: Installation Cross-Section (Systems 10' To 120')

    Shown with In-Line NOTE: 2x6 refers to U. S. finished 2" x 6" Board or Equivalent Framing Diagram Pump Option lumber measurements. or Steel Equivalent. See Page 5. Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 8 of 48...
  • Page 9: Framing

    Fit 2x6" filler boards in Frame the opening with treated lumber as shown above. Make sure boards are level. between posts and flush NOTE: Use steel equivalent to frame opening if installing Mega-Cool system with front of posts. to steel building.
  • Page 10: 8" Pipe Support Brackets

    Secure metal support brackets to wooden posts with ¼ x 2" Lag screws, or secure metal support brackets to steel posts with #14 x 1" Hex Head TEK screws. Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 10 of 48...
  • Page 11: Install 8" (20.3 Cm) Pvc Pipe

    85F). 10. Do not apply fluid pressure until cement is fully cured (At least one hour). 5. Apply liberal coating to outside of pipe to depth of socket. Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 11 of 48...
  • Page 12: Cut Pipe To Allow For Pads

    (11.43 cm) cm as measured along the outside of pipe. Then cut out Secure joints with screws as section of PVC pipe and follow note 2 and 3. shown. Side View Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 12 of 48...
  • Page 13: Install Bottom Flashing And Drip Rails

    In-Line Pump supply kit. Refer to Supply Kit Numbers shown on Page 39. Secure the bottom flashing to the columns and stringers as shown. (Center-Mount System ONLY) Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 13 of 48...
  • Page 14: Install Pvc End Caps

    NOTE: End cap assembly shown above-right glues onto the pump IMPORTANT! Before gluing, rotate PVC end cap side of the reservoir. assembly to place Pick-Up Pipe at bottom of reservoir. Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 14 of 48...
  • Page 15: Install Removable End Cap

    Removable End-Caps should be installed on both ends if a Center-Mount system is used. DO NOT GLUE ON REMOVABLE END-CAPS. Tighten worm gear clamp provided with Removable End-caps to pipe. Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 15 of 48...
  • Page 16: Install Backplate

    (1.52 m) O. C. (on center). Secure BackPlate to wooden framing with #10 x 1" Hex Head screws, or secure BackPlate to steel framing with #12 x 1" Hex Head TEK screws. Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 16 of 48...
  • Page 17: Install Spray Line Support Brackets

    1. Make sure BackPlate is at proper framing height. 2. Attach spray line support brackets with #8 x ½" TEK screws at the pre-drilled hole positions as shown in diagram above. Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 17 of 48...
  • Page 18: Install Spray Line

    3. Rotate spray line to place holes facing upward for Closed Spray Cover option. For Open Spray Cover option, adjust holes after installing Spray Cover. See Page 18. (NOTE: Side View shown at left). Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 18 of 48...
  • Page 19: Install Splash Guards

    Add a splash guard splice to each joint where two splash guards abut. Splash guard splice clips over joint. See diagram below. Squeeze and twist splash Splash Open Cover guard upward to snap Guard splash guard into place. Option Splice Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 19 of 48...
  • Page 20: Install Cool Pads & Front Covers

    Front Tighten wing nuts to secure cover in place. View Add cover splice to each joint where two covers abut. See diagram above for cover splice. Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 20 of 48...
  • Page 21: Assemble End Caps

    Bottom set of holes adjust height for 2 ¼-20 meter pads. Stainless Steel Nuts Bottom Section Top Section ¼-20x1/2" Top Section Stainless Steel Bolts Left End Cap Assemble End Caps Bottom Section Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 21 of 48...
  • Page 22: Install System End Caps

    3. Securely fasten end caps to framing with #10 x 1" TEK screws. 4. Press 1/4" plastic plugs into exposed holes to prevent spray from coming through these holes. 5. Paste label onto end cap as shown. Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 22 of 48...
  • Page 23: Install In-Line Pump Platform

    Pump Support Line Pump is placed closer to the reservoir outlet and when the Bracket (2x) In-Line Pump is mounted lower in relation to the water level of the reservoir. Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 23 of 48...
  • Page 24: Install In-Line Pump And Assemble Supply Line

    6. Use two 1-1/2" (3.8 cm) elbows to install remaining sections of PVC pipe from the ball valve to the end-cap coupling. Cut PVC pipe as required. See the In-Line Pump supply line diagram. Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 24 of 48...
  • Page 25: Connect In-Line Pump To Spray Line

    The pump can supply adequate pressure to systems up to 80 feet in length. Lengths up to 120 feet can be accomplished when the Center-Mount System is installed. Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 25 of 48...
  • Page 26: Add Ball Valve To End

    1. Screw water supply hose onto fitting. 2. Use slot in bracket to adjust water level. If slot is not enough adjustment, remove cover and move float arm to another position. Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 26 of 48...
  • Page 27: Float Valve Tank Assembly

    (1009-0106) 95 mm Ball Float Hose Adaptor (1009-0111) (1021-0113) 8” PVC Tank (0406-10569) (1001-3060) 8” Cap Assembly Extension Slide Arm 90° Swivel (1009-0112) (6418-6002) (1009-0109) Float Valve Tank Assembly Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 27 of 48...
  • Page 28: Mega-Cool 10'-120' Straight Span, Center-Mount In-Line Pump System

    Mega-Cool 10'-120' Straight Span, Center-Mount In-Line Pump System Center In-Line Pump Kits Center-Pump System is a Mega-Cool design to span lengths (Complete Assembly) up to 120 feet from a single water supply & pump located at the center of the System as shown in the diagram below.
  • Page 29: Mega-Cool 10'-80' Corner, End-Mount In-Line Pump System

    1. One side of the system can be longer than the other above. side as long as the TOTAL system length does not 3. Locate reservoir and In-Line Pump at one end of Mega-Cool System exceed 80 feet. as shown in diagram above. Follow instructions on pages 20 & 21 to 2.
  • Page 30: Mega-Cool 10'-120' Corner, Center-Mount In-Line Pump System

    Center In-Line Pump Kit Installation complete. Center Pump System is two Mega-Cool Systems which (Complete Assembly) operate from a single water supply & pump located between the two Mega-Cool systems as shown in diagram below. 1-1/2” to 1-1/4 1-1/2" PVC Pipe 1008-0104 Coupling...
  • Page 31: Flush System - In-Line Pump (End Mount Systems Up To 80 Ft.)

    5. Close ball valve at end of spray line. 2. Turn on water. Fill reservoir t fill line. Fill the Strainer Basket. 6. Clean In-Line Filter. 7. Resume normal operation. Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 31 of 48...
  • Page 32 3. Turn on In-Line Pump to flush out system. 4. After flushing system, turn off In-Line Pump. 5. Close ball valves at end of spray line. 6. Clean In-Line Filter. Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 32 of 48...
  • Page 33: Mega-Cool 10'-80' Straight, End-Mount Sump Pump

    Mega-Cool 10'-80' Straight, End-Mount Sump INSTRUCTIONS - Tee-Tank Assembly Pump DO NOT GLUE, Top must be The PVC for the Tee-Tank Assembly is precut to length. removed to service pump. Assemble the Tee-Tank in the order shown at the left.
  • Page 34 12” PVC INSTRUCTIONS - Connect Pump to Spray Line cap Cap Mega-Cool Sump Pump Assembly NOTE: The total vertical height of pipe sections in the following instructions must reach from Sump Pump to level Threaded Union of spray line. Adjust lengths of pipe sections as required 1 ½"...
  • Page 35 Mega-Cool End Mount, Sump Pump Flush System NOTES: 1. Expect about 70 gallons of water per 50 Ball Valve feet of reservoir pipe. Spray Line Cutoff Valve Drain Filter Reservoir and Pump Front View Ground Level Flush System – Sump Pump (End Mount Systems Up To 80 ft.)
  • Page 36: Mega-Cool 10'-80' Straight, Center-Mount Sump Pump

    Threaded left. Union Glue the 8"x2’ pipe (Item #5) onto the 8" tee (Item #6) in the Mega-Cool. Make sure the 8"x2' Pipe (Item #5) is level during assembly. Ground Level Glue Tee-Tank assembly (Items # 1, 2, 3 & 4) onto 8”x2’ pipe (Item #5) as shown in Figure 1.
  • Page 37 3. Once assembled, align and connect all supply lines as shown on Pages 33 and 34. Bottom Cap 12" NOTE: The Pump housing is designed to be installed below ground level. Sump Pump Side View Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 37 of 48...
  • Page 38 Mega-Cool 10 ft. – 80 ft. Sump Pump Flush System NOTES: Ball Valve 1. Expect about 70 gallons of water per 50 feet of reservoir pipe. NOTE: Pads removed for clarity. Ball Valve Front View Float Assembly Spray Line Cutoff Valve...
  • Page 39: Pump Wiring Diagrams

    230 Volt 60 Hz (1062-5027) 230 Volt 50 Hz (1062-5013 YELLOW/BLACK LINE BLUE LINE 1 YELLOW LINE WHITE (Use Copper Conductors Only) (Use Copper Conductors Only) 230 Volt 60 Hz (1062-5025 Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 39 of 48...
  • Page 40: Operation

    Extending Pad Life reduce the concentration is by taking water from the system. Cumberland's As you use the Mega-Cool system, you will notice the need for good Mega Cool system is designed with an exhaust valve in the supply line just preventative maintenance.
  • Page 41: Cumberland Mega-Cool Checklist

    Most problems associated with water distribution may be fixed with a good cleaning of the spray line. Follow procedures outlined below for cleaning the Mega-Cool System. For best results clean the system on a regular basis. Cleaning Mega-Cool System 5. After flushing reservoir: (a) Turn off Pump. (b) Open ball valve between exhaust and union fitting.
  • Page 42 AguaKlen Example: Hydrochloric and sulfuric acids You may also consult your local agricultural distributor for a recommended water treatment chemical. Water pH range must be 6-8 for maximum longevity. Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 42 of 48...
  • Page 43: Mega-Cool Replacement Parts

    Mega-Cool Replacement Parts 6” Pad System 4” Pad System 6” Pad System 4” Pad System Description Description BackPlate 0404-4546 0404-4693 In-Line Filter 1049-0100 1049-0100 8” Pipe Support Bracket 0404-3444 0404-3444 Filter Screen 1049-0101 1049-0101 Cover 0403-4555 0403-4555 Filter Gasket 1049-0102...
  • Page 44 1021-0116 w/Clamp Adapter MGHTx1" 1021-6002 Coupling 1-1/2" to 1-1/4" 1021-6016 Cap 1-1/2" 1021-6017 Barb 5/16” 1021-6022 8” PVC Tee 1021-6003 Kit Description Part No. Kit Brush Cleanout IC/MC 6650-5400 Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 44 of 48...
  • Page 45: Mega-Cool Kits

    Mega-Cool Kits Mega-Cool In-Line Pump Corner Kits Parts Part Number 1001-0106 90 Elbow PVC Fitting 8" PVC Elbow 1021-6004 End In-Line Pump Kit 1-1/2" to 1-1/4" PVC Coupling 1021-6016 6518-9580 8" PVC Pipe 1008-0101 10 ft. 1-1/2" PVC Pipe 1008-0104 10 ft.
  • Page 46 DYNAMO PUMP FROM PENTAIR Mega-Cool Pump Supply Kits Mega-Cool Pump Supply Kits Item Part No. Description Item Part No. Description 1062-8000 3/4 hp, 1 spl, 48 frame Thru-Bolt 115, 1062-8007 Screw 10-24-1 1/2 in. slotted hex, 6 req. w/on-off switch...
  • Page 47 1062-5012 GASKET 1 1/2" for 6" strainer 9-14 1062-5019 Wet End 3/4 HP Megacool 15-16 1062-5032 Motor MC pump EMERSON PSC 3/4 Note: ALL items are not available individually. Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 47 of 48...
  • Page 48: Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System

    Copyright © 2015 by The GSI Group, LLC Printed in the USA Part No. 4801-5120 Rev. 1-2020 Mega-Cool System Page 48 of 48...

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