Use and Care Manual

Locate the brass hose adapter on the side of the PORT-A-COOL® unit (all models except PAC163SVT)
near the water adjustment and drain valves. Verify that the hose washer is in position and in good
condition. Attach a standard garden hose to the brass hose adapter and tighten to preclude leaks.
Turn water on to fill the sump tank.
On models equipped with a manual water fill and sight tube, the water tank in the lower portion is
designed to be filled at a remote location and can be used without a water hose connected. Fill the tank
using the sight tube as a gauge.
UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH 50 PSI WATER REGULATOR. DO NOT BYPASS.
WATER INLET PRESSURE SHOULD NOT EXCEED 50 PSI MAXIMUM
Visually inspect water connections for leaks and verify that the connections are secure. Remove the
pads by following the instructions in Section VI of the owners manual. Once the sump tank is filled, the
water flow should cease and the inlet connections visually checked for leaks. All of these inspections have
been performed at the factory but shipping may have caused connections to loosen. Replace the pads by
reversing the removal operation.
Electrical Connection
PORT-A-COOL® UNIT MUST BE IN UPRIGHT POSITION WITH COOLING PADS INSTALLED!
All models utilize a single power cord and control switches. Before connecting the plug to an outlet, ensure
that there is no standing water where the cord may lie or the operator is standing. The use of separate multiple
outlet devices are not recommended.
When making electrical connections, ensure that local and national codes are adhered to. Use only with
GFCI Protected Receptacles. Please refer to the Barcode Product Label on the side of the unit for specific
electrical requirements.
III. OPERATING PROCEDURES
A.Specifications
For specifications of a specific PORT-A-COOL® model, check the serial number plate on the unit,
contact a distributor or visit www.port-a-coolllc.com.
B.PlacementofthePORT-A-COOL®unit
PORT-A-COOL® UNITS ShOULD BE USED ONLY IN WELL-vENTILATED AREAS
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1)FreshAirSupply - The inlet side of the unit (pad side) must be placed to ensure that a smooth,
uninterrupted supply of fresh air is available.
2) Air Pattern - The cool air discharged from the fan side of the unit should have a clear area in which to
circulate, being as free of obstructions as possible.
3)Ventilation(OutsideAirSource) - There should be a defined place (window, door, etc.) in which the
air from the unit can be exhausted from the area being cooled, and outside air drawn in to prevent the unit
from recirculating air that has already been through the cooling process.
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Ix. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. WHAT ASSEMBLY IS REQUIRED?
A: None. PORT-A-COOL® units are ready to use right out of the box.
Q. HOW DO I PREPARE MY PORT-A-COOL® UNIT FOR STORAGE?
A Drain the unit, dry out the pads and place the unit, preferably covered, in a
dry place for the winter season. For more details, please call our Tech Support
Hotline at 1-888-COOL-AID.
Q. I JUST HOOKED UP MY PORT-A-COOL® UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME AND
THERE’S AN UNPLEASANT ODOR! WHAT’S WRONG?
A: A new unit will go through a break-in period during which it may emit some
odor. The pads, located in the back of your PORT-A-COOL® unit, have never
been wet. The resin in the pads will emit an odor the first time you wet them that
lasts approximately one to three weeks. Keep the unit in an open area until the
odor goes away or put a capful of laundry softener directly in the tank in the
bottom of your unit. After a few hours of operation, the odor should disappear.
If the unit is not a new unit, algae or bacteria growth in the unit from improper
maintenance will cause odors. Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for proper
cleaning and maintenance.
Q. MY PORT-A-COOL® UNIT ISN’T PUTTING OUT ANY COOL AIR.
A: First, make sure the water source and electricity source are connected and
working. Second, check the back of your unit to see if the pads are damp.
Adjust the water flow. For the evaporation process to occur, the pads must be
damp before you turn on the fan. Third, make sure there is water in the tank. It
should be allowed to fill before you turn the pump on. Fourth, if none of these
options fix the problem, call our Tech Support Hotline at 1-888-COOL-AID for
additional assistance.
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