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Q. WHAT IS THE BEST ENVIRONMENT FOR THE
PORTACOOL ISLANDER® UNIT TO PRODUCE THE MOST
COOL AIR?
A. For optimum performance, the temperature should be
85 degrees F or higher and the relative humidity should be
below 75%. However, Portacool ISLANDER® units will reduce
the temperature in almost any environment, making it more
pleasant.
Q. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN EVAPORATIVE
COOLING AND MISTING SYSTEMS?
A. Misting units spray a shower of water into the air that
will collect on people, objects, equipment, floors, etc. The
Portacool ISLANDER® unit uses the process of evaporation to
produce cooler air, but does not discharge a mist.
Q. IS AN OUTSIDE AIR SOURCE REQUIRED FOR
EVAPORATIVE COOLING?
A. Yes. The introduction of outside air is what keeps the air
fresh and optimizes the evaporative cooling process. The
Portacool ISLANDER® is great for outdoor use, but can also
be used in open interior areas by placing the unit next to a
door or window that’s slightly open.
Q. WHERE CAN I BUY REPLACEMENT PARTS?
A. Unit replacement parts may be purchased from any
Portacool® product distributor or directly from Portacool®
Parts/Technical Support department. You may also visit www.
Portacoolparts.com to order online.
Q. HOW OFTEN DO PADS HAVE TO BE REPLACED?
A. Depending on the quality of maintenance and frequency of
use, pads typically last up to five years. However, should you
have any questions about the life of the pads for your unit,
please call our tech support department for more detailed
information about replacing your pads.
Q. WHERE CAN I DOWNLOAD A DIGITAL VERSION OF
THIS MANUAL?
A. This manual is available for download on the Portacool
website. Go to: http://www.Portacool.com/support.html to
download.
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