WC-1HP Unit Description
The WayCool
®
evaporative cooler is a completely self-contained, portable unit capable of delivering 40 MPH velocity of air with a temperature
drop of up to 20°. The unit is composed of:
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Level-controlled water supply system
• Cooling pad assembly
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Motor-driven blower and ductwork
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Controls
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Frame and housing
The bottom is made of high impact ABS plastic and holds approximately 24 gallons at normal operating level (about 5" deep).
A float-operated valve automatically maintains proper water level when the unit is connected to a water supply.
The bottom rests on, and is fixed to, an aluminum cradle. The bottom, in turn, is secured to the aluminum frame. Four casters (2 locking, 2
regular) are attached to the underside of the aluminum cradle.
A pump draws water from the bottom and discharges it through the vinyl hose to the PVC pipes located above the cooling pads. The PVC
pipes distribute water onto the top of the cooling pads; saturating them. Excess water drips back into the bottom through the holes in the
cooling pad support channels.
The cellulose cooling pads sit in support channels and are held in place by plastic retaining grates. The grates also help prevent damage to
the cooling pads. Two pad sections fit in each side of the unit (total eight sections) to totally enclose the unit.
The blower is hung from the top of the frame and powered by a belt driven 1HP electric motor. The blower draws room air through the cooling
pads where it picks up moisture and cools by evaporation. The blower then discharges the cooled air.
Note: It is important the cooled space has sufficient air openings so the warmer air can flow out and be replaced by the cooled air.
A closed-in space or high humidity will reduce the cooling effect. See Unit Placement and Other Considerations in the "Operations
and Maintenance" section of this manual.
A screen covers the discharge duct to prevent foreign objects from entering the blower. A threaded rod screws through a threaded brace
above the screen to hold the blower duct in position. A plastic knob secures the blower duct to the rod. The blower duct is made of a tough,
durable plastic and can be manually rotated 360 degrees to provide cool air in any direction without moving the unit.
Note: Water weighs about eight pounds per gallon, so when the unit is full, it weighs over 375 pounds. During setup and before
startup, place the unit in the desired location and then fill the bottom. Do not attempt to lift the unit once it is filled and be careful
to avoid spills when moving it; even over smooth ground. Do not try to push it over rough or soft ground as you can overstress
the wheels and frame and cause structural and component damage, which is not covered by warranty.
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