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Mestek Alton Manual

Direct evaporative cooling modules
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INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
FOR DIRECT EVAPORATIVE COOLING MODULES
ATTENTION: READ THIS MANUAL AND ALL LABELS ATTACHED TO THE UNIT CAREFULLY BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL, OPERATE OR SERVICE THESE UNITS! CHECK UNIT DATA PLATE FOR
TYPE OF GAS AND ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND MAKE CERTAIN THAT THESE AGREE WITH
THOSE AT POINT OF INSTALLATION. RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. THE APPLIANCE IS NOT TO
BE USED BY PERSONS (INCLUDING CHILDREN) WITH REDUCED PHYSICAL, SENSORY OR MENTAL
CAPABILITIES, OR LACK OF EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE, UNLESS THEY HAVE BEEN GIVEN
SUPERVISION OR INSTRUCTION. CHILDREN SHOULD BE SUPERVISED TO ENSURE THAT THEY DO
NOT PLAY WITH THE APPLIANCE.
The use and storage of gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in open
containers in the vicinity of this appliance is hazardous.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can
cause property damage, injury or death. Read the installation, operating and maintenance
instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
Install, operate and maintain unit in accordance with manufacturer's instructions to
avoid exposure to fuel substances or substances from incomplete combustion which
can cause death or serious illness. The state of California has determined that these
substances may cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Installer Please Note: This equipment has been tested and inspected. It has been shipped free
from defects from our factory. However, during shipment and installation, problems such as
loose wires, leaks or loose fasteners may occur. It is the installer's responsibility to inspect
and correct any problems that may be found.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open Windows
2. Don't touch electrical switches.
3. Extinguish any open flame.
4. Immediately call your gas supplier.
WARNING
INSTALLER'S RESPONSIBILITY
4830 Transport Drive, Dallas, TX 75247 Phone: 214-638-6010
www.mestek.com
IOMECM-2

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  • Page 1 However, during shipment and installation, problems such as loose wires, leaks or loose fasteners may occur. It is the installer's responsibility to inspect and correct any problems that may be found. 4830 Transport Drive, Dallas, TX 75247 Phone: 214-638-6010 www.mestek.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Maximum operating pressure is 34 PSIG (234.4 kPa). Minimum operating pressure is 0 PSIG (0 kPa). *IMPORTANT NOTICE* Alton assumes no responsibility for loss or damage Concealed Damage In Transit in transit; therefore, you should protect yourself by Sometimes transit damage is not noticed until the following these instructions: goods are unpacked.

  • Page 3: Section Ii: General Information

    SECTION II - GENERAL INFORMATION A. Purpose Shipments are made F.O.B. Dallas, Texas by flat- The purpose of this manual is to present a guide for bed truck. The unit is securely strapped, tied, and proper installation, maintenance, and operation of the blocked to prevent shipping damage.

  • Page 4: Section Iii: Installation

    SECTION III - INSTALLATION See the specification sheet and submittal drawing All electrical connections must conform to the current for unit or section weight and to determine proper edition of ANSI/NFPA No. 70 National Electrical Code orientation for each section. and applicable local codes.
  • Page 5 D. Electrical Connections Insert a manual shut-off valve in the water supply line required for the unit’s direct evaporative section. Com- WARNING: Open all disconnect switches and plete the piping to each section’s 3/8" make-up water secure in that position before wiring unit. inlet.
  • Page 6 2. Install a manual shut-off valve and the factory provided F. Field Wiring and Remote Control Installation normally open solenoid valve in the line from the unit’s 1. Connect the power lines to the line side of the main direct evaporative section’s sump drain connection. disconnect switch.

  • Page 7: Section Iv: Pre-Start Up

    SECTION IV - PRE START-UP SECTION V - UNIT START-UP Pre Start-Up WARNING: During installation, testing, The owners representative or equipment operator servicing and troubleshooting of this product, should be present during start-up to receive instructions it may be necessary to work with live electrical on care and adjustments of the equipment.

  • Page 8: Section Vi: Unit Shut Down

    SECTION VI - UNIT SHUTDOWN Turbocell Units A. Extended Shutdown — The water regulator valve should be adjusted so 1. Disable the cooling for 30 seconds, then disable that the media is damp from top to bottom. If water the fan. is flowing down the outside surface of the media, 2.

  • Page 9: Section Vii: Troubleshooting Guide

    SECTION VII - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING: Many of the steps listed on the The following is a simplified list of possible problems and typical causes and remedies. However, it does not following pages require electrical cabinet and cover all possibilities, and is intended as a guide only. blower access while the unit is powered.
  • Page 10 SECTION VII - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE continued Cooling Module continued Symptom Cause Remedy E. Excess water flow from 1. Check if adjustable water bleed off 1. Minimum bleed off rate is 3-6% of the the direct evaporative valve is open too far and bleed off total water flow being recirculated.

  • Page 11: Section Viii: Maintenance Schedule And Lubrication Requirements

    SECTION VIII - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND LUBRICATION REQUIREMENTS WARNING: Failure to comply with the general B. Evaporative Media safety information may result in extensive To attempt to clean evaporative media, add one (1) property damage, severe personal injury or cup of tri-sodium phosphate (TSP) to the sump and death.

  • Page 12: Section Ix: Replacement Parts

    NUMBER, FACTORY ORDER (F.O.) and PART prepaid within 30 days. Credit will be issued if part is NUMBERS are required. complete, defective, and returned on time. Dealer/Contractor Name: Address: City: State: Zip: 4830 Transport Drive, Dallas, TX 75247 Phone: 214-638-6010 www.mestek.com – 12 –...

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