IF UNIT DOES NOT OSCILLATE
1.
Ensure the unit is plugged into a standard GFCI-protected 120-volt outlet.
2.
Ensure the oscillator switch is in the ON position.
3.
Ensure the gear motor is running. To do this, shut off the unit by turning the main switch to the OFF position and leave the rocker switch for the
gear motor in the ON position. You should then be able to hear the gear motor.
4.
If the motor is running:
• The spout may be fastened too tight against the top of the WayCool. The nut above the brace should be loosened to allow 1/16" clearance
between the bottom of the spout and the top of the WayCool.
• If the spout is not too tight, the linkage may be damaged. Look for visible damage to the linkage rod or the lever. If any of the linkage parts
are damaged, they will need to be replaced.
5.
If the motor is not running, the motor may have failed or there could be a wiring problem. Contact a licensed electrician. If the motor is deter-
mined to have failed, it must be replaced.
IF SPOUT APPEARS TO JUMP WHILE OSCILLATING
1.
The spout may be fastened too tight against the top of the WayCool. The nut above the brace should be loosened to allow 1/16" clearance be-
tween the bottom of the spout and the top of the WayCool.
2.
If the spout is not too tight, the linkage may be damaged. Look for visible damage to the linkage rod or the lever. If any of the linkage parts are
damaged, they will need to be replaced.
IF UNIT MAKES EXCESSIVE NOISE
1.
The spout may be fastened too tight against the top of the WayCool. The nut above the brace should be loosened to allow 1/16" clearance
between the bottom of the spout and the top of the WayCool.
2.
If the spout is not too tight, the linkage may be damaged. Look for visible damage to the linkage rod or the lever. If any of the linkage parts are
damaged, they will need to be replaced.
3.
A motor bearing may have failed. If the noise is determined to be coming from the motor, the bearing may have failed and the motor may need
to be replaced.
IF SPOUT APPEARS TO JUMP WHILE OSCILLATING
1.
The spout may be fastened too tight against the top of the WayCool. The nut above the brace should be loosened to allow 1/16" clearance
between the bottom of the spout and the top of the WayCool.
2.
If the spout is not too tight, the linkage may be damaged. Look for visible damage to the linkage rod or the lever. If any of the linkage parts are
damaged, they will need to be replaced.
IF UNIT MAKES EXCESSIVE NOISE
1.
The spout may be fastened too tight against the top of the WayCool. The nut above the brace should be loosened to allow 1/16" clearance
between the bottom of the spout and the top of the WayCool.
2.
If the spout is not too tight, the linkage may be damaged. Look for visible damage to the linkage rod or the lever. If any of the linkage parts are
damaged, they will need to be replaced.
3.
A motor bearing may have failed. If the noise is determined to be coming from the motor, the bearing may have failed and the motor may need
to be replaced.
IF SPOUT LIFTS UP OUT OF RECESS IN TOP OF UNIT
1.
The spout may be too loose. There should be approximately 1/16" clearance between the blower duct and the top of the WayCool.
2.
The linkage may be damaged. Look for visible damage to the linkage rod or the lever. If any of the linkage parts are damaged, they will need to
be replaced.
WARNING If the top of the unit is removed for troubleshooting or for any other reason, the wires from the gear motor to the
oscillator switch must first be disconnected. This is done by removing the two female disconnects that are attached to the back
of the oscillator switch.
Do not attempt to stop spout from oscillating!
OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES
Your WayCool can be purchased with certain options and/or accessories, and some of these can be retrofitted
after the initial purchase. Instructions are included with all equipment purchased separately.
Options available at time of purchase only:
• Oscillating spout
OSCILLATING SPOUT
The oscillating spout is operated
by a four RPM gear motor that
delivers 50 in/lbs. of torque. As
the gear motor rotates, the spout
oscillates in a 110-degree arc,
which cools an area of about
9500 square feet.
Oscillator
Oscillator
switch
switch
On/Off switch
On/Off switch
Oscillator Assembly
The design of the oscillator requires the
spout to sit loosely on top of the unit.
Do not place hands or any other object
in the spout while unit is operational!
Do not attempt to stop spout from
oscillating!
Options and accessories available at time of purchase or after purchase:
• Pneumatic wheels
• Water conditioner and cleaner
• Air filters
• Aluminum grates
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