Manual No. 4801-5035 Rev 08-12-2013
PolarCool
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9.
PolarCool Preventive Maintenance Requirements
•
Flush the system at least once per week and wipe
the reservoir clean to prevent damage to the unit.
Refer to Section 7.4.
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Allow the pads to dry out each day, by running
the fan without the pump running until the pads
are completely dry (about 15 minutes).
•
Drain the system during extended shutdowns.
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Disinfect the whole system once per quarter.
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Inspect spray bar for debris in holes.
•
Turn off water hose to PolarCool whenever
PolarCool is not in use.
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Have the right amount of water running over the
pad.
•
If power cord extension is necessary, ensure that
you use 12 AWG or larger wire.
•
Ensure that air is not limited or restricted from
entering or exiting the unit.
•
Identify and correct leaks in the system.
•
Excessive dust, fumes, and harsh cleaners should
be avoided.
•
Do not use in closed environment. Fresh air is a
necessity.
•
Do not add chlorine or bleach to water.
•
Never use phosphate based water treatment
chemicals.
10. Troubleshooting Guide
Problem
Check/Action
Reference
Section
Swivel casters will not turn.
Check installation of caster hardware.
Hardware must be in the proper order and
location.
Water is splashing off of pads
Pads may be in backwards; Check Flow chart
on side of pad.
6.8
Water spraying out from cover.
Ensure the holes in the spray bar point
upward into the spray deflector. (Vertical
Spray).
Water is not spraying out of ANY
spray bar holes.
Ensure pump switch is ON; Check for
sufficient water in reservoir; Check the Flow
Control Valve; Check screen on bottom of
pump for obstructions.
6.5 and 6.9
Water is not spraying out of SOME
spray bar holes.
Excessive dry streaks in the pads.
Adjust spray using the Spray Bar Adjustment
Valve, the spray bar should be cleaned, OR
the pump screen should be cleaned.
Remove spray bar and clean the bar and all
holes.
Error!
Reference
source not
found.
, 6.5
and 6.9
Fan motor doesn’t turn ON and no
sound from the motor.
Check PolarCool Switches, power cord, GFCI
outlet, and circuit breaker.
Motor overheats and shuts off then
restarts minutes later.
Extension cord gauge is too small or the air
passage is blocked or partially obstructed.
Pump does not work.
Check for low water-level and low-level switch.
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