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Trouble Shooting Chart
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Unit will not start
a. No Power
b. Tripped Circuit Breaker
c. Blown home fuse
d. Electrical fault
a. Verify unit plugged in;
and outlet is functional
b. Reset Circuit Breaker
c. Replace home fuse
d. Call Champion Help line
Insufficient Cooling
a. Inadequate water distribution
(pads not saturated)
b. Pads dirty or covered with
mineral deposits
a. Check water distribution tray and
hose for blockages.
- Verify pump operating correctly
- Check water supply for correct flow
b. Wash dirt & deposits off pads
or replace pads
Water in air stream
a. Water system has leaks or
loose connections
b. Water is not being absorbed
by media pads, and entering
straight into airflow
a. Check all water connections, tubing,
distribution tray for loose fittings,
leakage or tears.
b. Check condition of pads. Clean or
replace as necessary .
High indoor humidity
a. Insufficient air flow
b. Unsatisfactory exhaust
a. Increase fan speed
b. Open doors or windows more
Odor in home
a. Bacterial growth in reservoir
b. Air intake is picking up
ambient odor from
surroundings
a. Clean unit regularly with
disinfectant or add a liquid
bacteriostat into the water tank
b. Remove source of odor or move
cooler to another window
Rapid mineral buildup
on media pads
a. Hard water
a. Increase maintenance cycle and
wash off scale more often. Check
orifices are clear of mineral buildup.
