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PORTACOOL OWNER’S MANUAL

FOR PAC2K482S, PAC2K363S, PAC2K361S, PAC2K36HPVS, PAC2K24HPVS and PAC163SVT

Summary of Contents for PAC163SVT

Page 1: ...PORTACOOL OWNER S MANUAL FOR PAC2K482S PAC2K363S PAC2K361S PAC2K36HPVS PAC2K24HPVS and PAC163SVT ...

Page 2: ...RAGE page 11 TROUBLESHOOTING pages 12 13 TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND WARRANTY pages 14 15 EXPLODED VIEWS pages 16 20 WIRING DIAGRAM page 21 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS page 22 READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS DO NOT RETURN For questions or comments please call Portacool Customer Service at 936 598 5651 STOP ...

Page 3: ...pump switch and the fan For setup pads should appear wet before starting the fan Check the water gauge to monitor water level in tank The water Áow valve on each unit is set at max Áow However ensure the knob is turned completely to the left before use Turn to the left to increase water Áow Less water is reTuired for cooling in more humid environments 1 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 4: ...16 VERTICAL TANK OVERVIEW Control Panel Cord Wrap Water Adjustment Valve Electrical Plug Locking Casters Drain Plug Manual Fill PAC163SVT This unit does NOT have a hose fill option 3 Water Gauge ...

Page 5: ...24 HP OVERVIEW Control Panel Water Adjustment Valve Electrical Plug Locking Casters Hose Connection 4 Pad Flap ...

Page 6: ...36 OVERVIEW Control Panel Water Adjustment Valve Electrical Plug Cord Wrap Locking Casters Hose Connection PAC2K36HPVS 5 ...

Page 7: ...48 OVERVIEW Control Panel Water Adjustment Valve Electrical Plug Locking Casters Hose Connection Cord Wrap PAC2K482S 6 ...

Page 8: ... performing inspections or repairs Plug into three prong grounded GFCI protected electrical receptacle only Do not step on or roll over power cord with heavy or sharp objects Do not operate evaporative cooler unless all pads are securely in place Remove the plug from the electrical receptacle by pulling on the plug and not the cord Test the GFCI receptacle or breaker monthly to ensure it is functi...

Page 9: ...ative cooler has its own set of operational specifications sizes weights voltage freTuency current reTuirements etc Please ask for the specifications for your model from your distributor check the serial number plate or visit www portacool com for the specifications for your product PODFHPHQW RI WKH PRUWDFRRO EYDSRUDWLYH CRROHU There are three primary considerations when deciding where to place th...

Page 10: ...ng water It may reTuire up to a week to achieve maximum efficiency It is important to ensure that the spray bar is properly adjusted when first starting the water flow in the Portacool evaporative cooler Increasing the flow using the water flow valve see Quick Setup on page 2 makes this adjustment Proper water adjustment should leave the pads saturated with water but not flooded Pads should appear...

Page 11: ...ld be drained once a week Closing the water flow valve and removing the drain plug will accomplish this Once the water tank is drained and the power disconnected the pads may be removed to allow cleaning of the water tank Dust may collect in the water tank over time Replace pads in correct airflow direction referring to the label on the pads SWRUDJH 1 Drain all water from the water tank and wipe c...

Page 12: ...g pads Start with the center pad which can be tilted out from the top and lifted out of the drain trough The two pads to either side of the center pad may then be removed in the same manner To remove the two outside pads they must first be pulled sideways toward the center of the Portacool evaporative cooler until they clear the side retainer before removing in the same manner as the other pads 1 ...

Page 13: ...ck water level C Large dry spots on pads C Make sure cooler is level clean spray bar D Pump not working D Clean or replace pump E Loose water connections E Check for leaks and correct Water draining from cooler 1 Seat in float valve leaking 1 Replace float valve 2 Drain bushing cap not tight 2 Tighten fitting and or cap Musty or unpleasant odor 1 Stale or stagnant water in sump 1 Drain flush and clean...

Page 14: ...three 3 years from the date of purchase MOTOR 013 04 MOTOR 010 07 MOTOR 012 06 MOTOR 012 05 and MOTOR 034 01 All transportation charges for shipment of the ETuipment and or its component parts that are submitted for replacement or repair under this warranty must be borne by the purchaser If the ETuipment and or its original component parts develop a defect covered by this limited warranty within t...

Page 15: ...number to send the defective part back to Portacool LLC Once the part is received by Portacool a replacement part will be sent at no charge Information needed to get an RMA number 1 The product serial number or manufacturer date code 2 The product model number ex PAC2K363S 3 The part number or description of the part to be replaced Only major component parts need an RMA number i e fans motors pump...

Page 16: ...1 4 20 X 1 2 BOLT FOR FLOAT 6 FAN ASSM 15 16 VT FAN BLADE 21 S 006 12 X 1 1 4 TEK SCREW 7 FLAP 16 01 FRONT FLAP FOR 16 22 S 009 10 24 x 3 4 TRUSS HEAD SCREW 8 FLOAT 02 FLOAT VALVE 23 SPRAY 07 SPRAY BAR FOR 16 PAC 9 HOSE FM18 1 2 X 18 F M HOSE 24 SPRAY ACC 04 CLAMP FASTENER 1029 10 HOSE FTG 05 FEM FEM 3 4 BRASS SWIVEL 25 SWITCHPL REV3SP SWITCH CVR PLATE REVERSE 3SPD 11 MESH PAC 05 FAN SCREEN 26 TUB...

Page 17: ...ING CASTER 20 PUMP ACC 17 JS VS PUMP BRACKET 6 CLAMP 01 1 2 WIRE SPRING CLAMP 21 S 006 12 14 BLACK TEC SCREW 7 CTRL VLV BRKT 1 CONTROL VALVE MOUNTING BRACKET 22 S 009 10 24 X 3 4 TRUSS HEAD SCREW 8 CTRL 3SPD 02 3SPD SWITCH HARNESS 23 SPRAY 07 SPRAY BAR FOR 16 PAC 9 DRAIN PLUG 34 1 4 NPT PLUG P 28 FOR 16 UNIT 24 SPRAY ACC 04 CLAMP FASTENER FOR SPRAY BAR 10 FAN ASSM 15 16 VT FAN BLADE 25 SWITCHPL RE...

Page 18: ...NTROL SWITCH 27 PUMP ACC 15 PUMP BRACKET 1 6 HP PUMP 24 PAC 9 CRTL VS 02 SWITCH SET FOR 24 HPVS UNIT 28 PVC ADP 01 3 4 X 1 2 REDUCING ADAPTER 10 DRAIN 01 1 2 BOILER DRAIN 29 S 004 1 4 20 X 1 2 BOLT FOR FLOAT 11 FAN24HP MNT 01 MOTOR MOUNT ARM FOR 24 HPVS UNIT 30 S 006 12 X 1 1 4 TEK SCREW 12 FLAP 24 01 FRONT FLAP FOR 24 PAC 31 S 007 5 16 TRUSS HEAD SCREW FOR CASTER 13 FLOAT 02 FLOAT VALVE 32 S 009 ...

Page 19: ...9 CASTERS HD 4L HEAVY DUTY LOCKING CASTER 29 PUMP ACC 13 SUBMERSIBLE PUMP BRACE 10 CTRL 1SPD 01 1 SPEED SWITCH SET 30 PVC ADP 01 3 4 X 1 2 REDUCING ADAPTER 11 DRAIN 01 1 2 BOILER DRAIN VALVE 31 S 004 1 4 20 X 1 2 BOLT FOR FLOAT 12 FAN ASSM 01 PLASTIC BLADE HUB ASSEMBLY FOR 36 PAC 32 S 006 12 X 1 1 4 TEK SCREW 13 FLAP 36 01 FRONT FLAP FOR 36 33 S 007 5 16 18 TRUSS HEAD SCREW 14 FLOAT 02 FLOAT VALVE...

Page 20: ... 36 PAC 9 CASTERS HD 4L HEAVY DUTY LOCKING SWIVEL CASTER 30 PUMP ACC 13 PUMP BRACE 10 CTRL 3SPD 02 3 SPEED SALZER SWITCH SET 31 PVC ADP 01 3 4 X1 2 REDUCING ADAPTER 11 DRAIN 01 1 2 BOILER DRAIN VALVE 32 S 004 1 4 20 X 1 2 BOLT FOR FLOAT 12 FAN ASSM 01 PLASTIC BLADE HUB ASSEMBLY 33 S 006 12 X 1 1 4 TEK SCREW 13 FLAP 36 01 FRONT FLAP FOR 36 34 S 007 5 16 18 TRUSS HEAD SCREW 14 FLOAT 02 FLOAT VALVE 3...

Page 21: ...NOB 01 LONG EXT KNOB FOR CONTROL SWITCH 28 PUMP ACC 13 PUMP BRACKET 1 6 HP PUMP 9 CTRL VS 01 VAR SPD SWITCH SET FOR 36 HPVS 29 PVC ADP 01 3 4 X 1 2 REDUCING ADAPTER 10 DRAIN 01 1 2 BOILER DRAIN 30 S 004 1 4 20 X 1 2 BOLT FOR FLOAT 11 FANHP BOOTS BOOTS FOR 36 MTR CONNECTS TO ARMS 31 S 006 12 X 1 1 4 TEK SCREW 12 FAN36HP MNT 01 PI CO 3VP1006 MOTOR SUPPORT ARM 36 PAC 32 S 007 5 16 18 TRUSS HEAD SCREW...

Page 22: ...1 1 2 BOILER DRAIN VALVE 29 PVC ADP 01 3 4 X 1 2 ADAPTER 10 FAN ASSM 05 FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY FOR 48 UNIT 30 S 004 1 4 20 X 1 2 BOLT FOR FLOAT 11 FLAP 48 01 FRONT FLAP FOR 48 PAC 31 S 006 12 X 1 1 4 TEK SCREW 12 FLOAT 02 FLOAT VALVE 32 S 007 5 16 18 TRUSS HEAD SCREW FOR CASTERS 13 FLOATSWITCH 01 WATER PUMP SHUT OFF SWITCH 33 S 009 10 24 X 3 4 TRUSS HEAD SCREW 14 HOSE FF37 1 2 X 37 FEM FEM HOSE PLB TO...

Page 23: ...VARIABLE SPD WIRING DIAGRAM 22 ...

Page 24: ...ONE SPEED WIRING DIAGRAM 23 ...

Page 25: ...TWO SPEED WIRING DIAGRAM 24 ...

Page 26: ...THREE SPEED WIRING DIAGRAM 25 ...

Page 27: ...aintenance and freTuency of use pads typically last up to five years Q WHAT IS THE DI ERENCE BETWEEN EVAPORATIVE COOLING AND MISTING SYSTEMS A Misting units spray a shower of water into the air that will collect on people objects eTuipment floors etc Portacool products use the process of evaporation to produce cooler air but do not discharge a mist Q WHERE CAN I BUY REPLACEMENT PARTS A Replacement...

Page 28: ...dia 709 Southview Circle Center Texas 75935 936 598 5651 www portacool com www kuulpads com MANR0003 The manual is available in other languages To download a digital copy please visit www portacool com El manual está disponible en otros idiomas Para descargar una copia digital por favor visite www portacool com Le manuel est disponible en d autres langues Pour télécharger une copie numérique se il...

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