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How much moisture will an evaporative cooler add to the environment?

An increase in humidity of approximately two to five percent is produced depending on the temperature and humidity of the environment. This increase is not noticeable in a ventilated area where the air produced by the cooler is exhausted. When properly ventilated, an evaporative cooler will not cause condensation or rust.

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Where can I buy replacement parts?

Replacement parts may be purchased directly from Portacool online or from any preferred Portacool distributor. You may also chat, email or call the Portacool Customer Service department for additional assistance.

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What is the difference between evaporative coolers and misting systems?

Misting systems spray a shower of water into the air that will collect on people, objects, equipment and floors, no matter how fine. Portacool evaporative coolers do use water, but the process of evaporation produces cooler air without a mist. A small amount of humidity is added to the air, but with proper ventilation it…

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My evaporative cooler is not putting out any cool air.

First, make sure the water source and electricity source to the evaporative cooler are connected and working. Second, ensure there is water in the tank. It should be allowed to fill before you turn the pump on. Finally, check to see if the Kuul evaporative media is damp. If not, adjust the water flow with…

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I just ran my evaporative cooler for the first time and there is an unpleasant odor.

Our unique design and manufacturing technique, together with our superior materials, enable our products to perform efficiently within a wide range of conditions. When installed correctly, our evaporative media products allow complete molecular evaporation of water ensuring a pure, clean stream of air. When new, it is possible that a small amount of aromatic molecules…

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How do I prepare my evaporative cooler for storage?

Preparing your Portacool evaporative cooler for storage is a snap! First, drain the evaporative cooler. Depending on the model of you evaporative cooler, the drain may be on the side, back or bottom of the housing. Once all the water has been drained, remove the Kuul evaporative media from the cooler, ensuring it is dry…

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What assembly is required?

None. Most Portacool portable evaporative coolers are ready to use right out of the box. The exception is the Hazardous Location products, which requires a certified electrician hardwire the product into an appropriate electrical outlet.

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