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Motor and Blower check

Remove the pad frame by slightly lifting it from the bottom, pull 
outwards until clear of cabinet bottom pan, then downwards until 
frame clears cabinet top. Check motor mounting to be sure all 
screws and nuts are tightened down properly. Rotate the blower by 
hand to see that it moves freely without rubbing against housing.  
 

Belt Adjustment  

Correct belt tension and alignment is important 
as it cuts power consumption and prolongs life 
of the belt and motor. When installing or 
adjusting belt, loosen the motor adjustment bolts 
and adjust for proper tension. Align belt vertically 
by centering motor pulley in-line with blower pulley. 
Do 

not

 adjust motor sheave turns. 

Warning: Adjusting sheave turns will void warranty.

 

 

Drawer liners 

Install the included drawer liners to protect the finish on the inside of 
the drawers.

Electric Power

CAUTION:

• This cooler is designed for connection to 120 volt AC, 60 Hz 
(cycle) power only. 

NOTE:

 Improper voltage will void the pump 

and/or motor warranties and may cause serious personal injury or 
property damage.

• This cooler must be plugged into a GFCI protected receptacle, 
which has been properly installed in accordance with all local and 
national codes. If you are not sure that the receptacle is GFCI 
protected, consult with a qualified electrician.

• This cooler is equipped with a power cord having an equipment 
grounding conductor and grounding plug. 

DO NOT

 attempt to 

defeat this safety device by removing the grounding pin.

Cooler checkout and first time start-up

Congratulations your cooler is complete and ready for use. Please 
proceed to Pre-startup inspection checklist on before starting unit 
for the first time. 
 

GENERAL INSPECTION

Pre-Start-up Inspection Checklist

• Cooler is on a level surface, casters locked to prevent 
   unnecessary movement (prevent spillage).
• Power supply cord is plugged into a GFCI protected receptacle; 
   cord is secure from accidental damage.
• Float valve installed.
• Water hose connected securely without leaks. Water faucet or  
   supply is turned on.
• Float adjusted for proper water level.
• Pad frame correctly installed.
• Pump impeller turns freely. Remove impeller cover (see page 5 
   “Cleaning Pump”) and check rotation.
• Fan, shaft, pulley and motor sheave set bolts/screws are snug.
• Motor sheave alignment okay; belt tension okay (see Belt
   Adjustment  for instructions).

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Start-up Checklist

CAUTION: Never operate unit with pad frame removed. This 
will result in an overloaded condition and may damage the fan 
motor. The motor and pump have an internal automatic thermal 
overload switch that will shut the motor and/or the pump off if 
it overheats! The motor and/or pump can restart automatically 
when they cool down.

To verify and check out the cooler installation on initial startup, the 
following procedure should be followed.

• Push “COOL” switch to ON position (pump on).
• Verify that pump starts and pads are evenly wet.
• Push “FAN” switch to LOW position (low speed on).
• Observe that motor starts and runs. Check high-speed
function by turning “FAN” switch to HIGH (high speed on).

In case of trouble in any of these stages, refer to the
Troubleshooting chart on page 9.

Cabinet Inspection Checklist

After initial start-up and during periodic inspections, check for and/
or observe the following: Refer to the Troubleshooting Chart on 
page 9 if necessary.

• Leaks from cabinet
• Observe cooler media for uneven wetting
• Confirm water level setting is correct.
• Verify full, even flow in water distribution system.
• Blower wheel / motor rotates freely, no unusual noises.
• Belt condition / tension / alignment.
• Check motor mounting and cabinet hardware.

Extended Shut-down (winterizing) checklist

Any time the unit will not be used for an extended period:

• Unplug the cooler power supply cord and secure it out of
  the way on the rear of the unit to avoid damage.
• Move cooler to the area appropriate to dump water.
• Remove drain bushing assembly as shown in 

Figure 3

 

• Drain all of the water out of the cooler when not used for
  prolonged periods, particularly at the end of the season 
  (winter). 
 

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Guidelines and location

Always make sure that the roll-around unit is operated
on a solid, level surface strong enough to hold its weight
(Unit can weigh up to 600 lbs. when full). Make sure the two
locking casters have been locked to prevent the cooler from
accidentally moving while in use. Use caution when rolling
the unit to avoid splashing or spilling of water. Always ensure all 
drawers are closed and locked prior to moving the unit. Unless the
move is for a short distance, it is best to drain the unit, move
it and then refill it in its new location. For best results: 
 
• Turn pump on a few minutes before starting the fan, this

  allows the pads to pre-wet and avoids a blast of warm air.

• Turn pump off a few minutes before turning the fan off.

  This will allow the pads to dry out, helping to prevent stale
  or musty odors the next time the unit is started.

• Whenever possible, operate the fan on low speed for

  maximum cooling.

• When cooling is not required, you can operate this unit by

  turning on the fan only (leaving the pump turned off).

Summary of Contents for SB5100

Page 1: ...e receptacle is GFCI protected consult with a qualified electrician This cooler is equipped with a power cord having an equipment grounding conductor and grounding plug Do NOT attempt to defeat this s...

Page 2: ...e to the cabinet as shown in figure 2 The garden hose adapter attaches to the brass inlet fitting on the float valve See figure 2 NOTE Verify that the hose washers are correctly in place before use Ne...

Page 3: ...an overloaded condition and may damage the fan motor The motor and pump have an internal automatic thermal overload switch that will shut the motor and or the pump off if it overheats The motor and o...

Page 4: ...cy longer life and appearance every two months during operation the cooler should be inspected and cleaned Drain water from the unit every 8 10 hours of operation to minimize scaling build up Note Do...

Page 5: ...th a garden hose water may harm motor and pump Motors damaged by water are NOT covered under warranty All foreign materials scale salt deposits lime etc can and should be removed from bottom pan and o...

Page 6: ...lity paint Do not use asphalt type cooler undercoat material in water reservoir Undercoat will break free clogging the pump and water distributor LUBRICATION Motor Bearings Some motors used in Shop Bl...

Page 7: ...eas where mineral content of the water is high or the air is dusty deposits may build up in the cooler pads restricting airflow Clean or replace pads as follows 1 Disconnect power from unit 2 Remove p...

Page 8: ...01 999 2534 Page 8 WIRING DIAGRAM...

Page 9: ...itch 5 Replace belt Inadequate air delivery 1 Excessive belt tension 2 Blower wheel loose on motor shaft 3 Pads clogged 1 Adjust belt tension 2 Tighten wheel set screw 3 Replace pads Noisy operation 1...

Page 10: ...Drawer Slides not shown 05 008 0004 31 Motor Sheave 05 003 0032 1 10 9 17 2 3 4 22 23 24 25 26 31 18 27 BLOWER ASSEMBLY 8 16 15 14 13 12 11 19 20 21 5 7 6 SB5100 Replacement Parts List Item Replaceme...

Page 11: ...om state to state Evaporative Cooler Limited Warranty Phoenix Manufacturing Inc Phoenix Arizona extiende esta garant a limitada al comprador original de este enfriador evaporativo Lo que esta garant a...

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