P A D - C L I M A T E - S Y S T E M
Assembly instruction and operators manual
Operating instructions
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Operating
4.3.
The durability of the Pads depends on its manufacturer and will last 5 or 6 years if
properly maintained. When the water is circulated and evaporated, the mineral con-
tent of the remaining water gets higher. To keep the mineral content within workable
levels, 5% to 10% of the circulated water must be bleeding off through the bleed off
opening. When mineral deposits are observed on the Pad, increase the amount of
bleed off.
Algae growth and water bacteria in the Pads must be controlled. The Pads are treat-
ed with a fungus resistant additive, but this does not completely prevent algae
growth. Treat the water with any of the chlorine algaecides (Calcium Hypoclorinates)
used for swimming pools, such as HTH or Pace. Tablet forms of these algaecides
are the most economical and best to use in the sump for slow release. Maintain the
sump water for recirculation at 1 ppm (part per million) chlorine. If a chlorine smell is
present, too much has been added. If any algae grows, tablets need to be added.
Water pH and chlorine levels should be checked weekly. Kits for testing pH and chlo-
rine may be purchased at any swimming pool supply store. The life of your Pad de-
pends on its proper maintenance.
Clean the filter at least once a week, more often if foreign materials are present in the
water system.
Flush pipe distribution system at least once a month. This is done by opening both
Ball Valves while the pump is running and allowing water to flow through and out of
the system.
Regulate your ventilation system so that the Pad system is turned off while all the
fans are still running. This will pull air through the Pads after the water is turned off,
allowing them to dry properly and killing any algae spores. Do not keep the Pads wet
around the clock as this will make the Pads soft.
When the evaporative Pad system is operating, check the Pads for dry spots. When
dry spots are observed, remove the Pad Cover and check the holes in the pipe.
Clean any stopped up holes with a wire until adequate water flows from each hole.
DO NOT FLOW EXCESSIVE WATER ON THE PAD.
The pH of the recirculated water must be maintained
between 6 and 9. A pH of 7 is neutral. A pH above 9
or below 6 will drastically reduce the life of the Pad.
