Bigassfans POWERCOOL User manual

Operation and Maintenance Manual
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POWERCOOL®

Installation Guide
Rev. B
05/05/2023
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Improper installation, delivery, or maintenance, including, but not limited to, any of the following actions by the
customer or agent of the customer will constitute a breach of and will void all warranties:
• Failure to follow the required installation procedures specified in this Installation Guide and in all other
documentation supplied with the unit and related equipment including documentation provided by the
manufacturers of the individual unit and control components;
• Failure to follow all relevant codes and ordinances, including, but not limited to, the National Electrical
Code (United States), applicable national and local electrical codes, and state and local building codes;
• Failure to follow electrical engineering industry standards regarding the approved method of installing
solid-state electrical equipment having the characteristics of the unit, the unit controls, and their related
components, even if such standards are not specifically referenced in any instructions or literature supplied
by Big Ass Fans or provided by manufacturers.
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be reproduced or translated into a dierent language without the prior written consent of Big Ass Fans.
The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date
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OPERATIONAL WARNINGS
IMPORTANT: Only use fresh water in the tank. Never use solvents or chemicals.
This may cause a health hazard or damage the system.
If the unit is in an outdoor setting where wind speed is expected to exceed
20mph (32 km/h), lay the unit flat on its back or fill the tank for increased stability
and use the tie points to secure the unit.
If the unit has been subjected to an environment that has been flooded or
submerged in more than 6 in. (152 mm) of water, a thorough inspection must be
performed by an authorized service technician.
Use only as described in this manual. Do not carry out any maintenance other than that
described in this manual or advised by Big Ass Fans Customer Service.
Not for use by children. Extreme caution is necessary when the unit is used near children and
whenever it is left operating and unattended. Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the unit or any remote applications.
Not for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities.
Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar
coverings. Do not route cord under furniture or appliances. Arrange cord away from trac
area and where it will not be tripped over.
The handle is designed to move the unit. Do not hang from the handle or use it in any way
other than what it was designed for.
When tilting the unit back to move, always exercise extreme caution to ensure unit does not
fall and cause serious injury.
To prevent a fire hazard, do not use with any opening or exhaust blocked, and keep unit
free of anything that may reduce airflow. Do not put objects into the inlet grill or the outlet
opening. This may cause electric shock, fire, or damage to the system.
Always plug directly into a wall socket. GFI outlet is recommended.
Do not handle any part of the plug or unit with wet hands.
Do not operate unit with a damaged cord or plug. Discard unit or return it to an authorized
service facility for examination and/or repair.
Do not use in areas where gasoline/petrol, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored
or where their vapors are present. Do not use in conjunction with or directly next to an air
freshener or similar products.
Always plug directly into a wall socket. Do not use an extension cord.
Electric Shock Moving Parts Tilt Hazard
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OPERATIONAL WARNINGS
If the unit is not working properly, has received a hard impact, or has been dropped or
damaged, do not use and contact Big Ass Fans Customer Service.
Contact Big Ass Fans Customer Service when service or repair is required. Do not
disassemble the unit unless properly trained. Incorrect reassembly may result in electric
shock or fire.
Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
Do not stretch the cord or place it under strain. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not store near heat sources.
Do not use near furnaces, fireplaces, stoves, grills, or other high-temperature heat sources.
Do not use near open flames.
Turn o all controls before unplugging.
Unplug when not in use for extended periods of time and before filling, cleaning,
maintenance, or servicing.
When refilling, only do so as described in this manual. Do not use hot water.
Always place unit on a firm, flat, level surface.
Do not tilt, move, or attempt to empty unit while it is operating.
Do not use unless the unit has been cleaned according to these instructions.
Use only cleaning agents recommended by Big Ass Fans.
Do not pour water into any openings other than the water tank.
The unit must plugged into a power source that corresponds to the marking on the serial
plate.
To avoid eye damage, do not stare directly at the unit’s information display bar for extended
periods of time.
The unit’s installed safety guards may not block all objects from coming into contact with the
fan blades.
Do not allow any object or material into the intake or outlet of the fan or to come into contact
with the fan blade.
Never operate the unit without the safety guards in place.
Always inspect the safety guards to ensure they are not cracked or broken before operating
the unit.
The Big Ass Fans product warranty will not cover equipment damage or failure that is caused
by improper installation or use.

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SETUP
Input Power Power Weight Water Capacity
120 VAC, 60 Hz 100–1,000 W 136 lb (61.7 kg) 15 gal (57 L)
1. Unplug unit and fill tank
Only use fresh water in the tank. Never add chemicals or solutions to the tank
during operation. Always unplug unit before refilling.
Unplug unit (if plugged in). Unscrew tank fill cap on back of unit. Fill tank using hose or other
clean water source. When tank is full, replace cap and turn clockwise until it clicks once.
2. Plug in unit
Plug power cord into outlet. A beep indicates unit is ready to turn on.
3. Turn on unit
Press power button on control panel located on upper right side of unit. See the following page
for control panel operation instructions.
Control Panel
Power Cord
Handle
Fill Cap
Tie Point
Drain Cap
Tie Point
Information
Display Bar
Tank
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OPERATION
When the unit is powered on and the control panel is not being used, the information display bar
on the front of the unit displays a random sequence of colors.
Control Panel Button Function
Power
Press to turn unit on/o.
Oscillation Control (Yellow, White)
Press once to activate oscillation, and then use the + and
- buttons to increase or decrease oscillation speed (1–10).
The oscillation speed is indicated by yellow lights on the
information display bar.
Press twice to center the airflow. A white light in the center of
the information display bar indicates airflow is centered.
Fan Control (Green)
Press once to activate the fan, and then use the + and - buttons
to increase or decrease fan speed (1–10). The fan speed is
indicated by green lights on the information display bar.
Press twice to set the fan speed to level 10 (maximum).
Misting Control (Dark Blue)/Water Level (Light Blue)
Press once to activate misting, and then use the + and - buttons
to increase or decrease the misting level (1–10). The misting
level is indicated by dark blue lights on the information display
bar. Note: It may take up to 60 seconds for misting to start
after the Misting Control button is pressed.
Press twice to display the tank’s water level on the information
display bar. The water level is indicated by light blue lights.
Function Adjustment/Display Bar Brightness
Press to adjust the selected function (oscillation speed, fan
speed, or misting level).
To adjust the information display bar brightness or turn the
display bar o, press and hold + and - until you hear a beep,
and then use + and - to increase or decrease brightness.
Lock/Unlock Control Panel
Press and hold the Oscillation Control and Misting Control
buttons for 10–12 seconds to lock the control panel. The green
LED indicators next to the buttons will flash to indicate the
control panel is locked. Press and hold the buttons for 10–12
seconds again to unlock the control panel.
Tank Alert Indicator
When the red LED indicator is lit, drain and clean the tank.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. Turn o unit and disconnect the power supply
before performing service or maintenance. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or
death.
Daily Weekly Monthly
Housing
Wipe down with damp cloth as needed. X
Hose down to remove dirt or dust buildup. X
Clean with a mild soap. X
Decalcify outside surfaces with a
household cleaner such as CLR® (as
needed).
X X
Power Cord
Check cord for tears or exposed wires.
Do not use unit if cord damage is noted. X
Check to make sure cord does not pose a
trip hazard. X
Tank
Drain all water from tank and refill (after
two days of non-use). X
Clean tank when the red Tank Alert LED
indicator on control panel is lit. XX
(or as
needed)
Storage
Drain all water from tank. XXX
Wrap power cord. XXX
Remove tank fill and drain caps for airflow.
Store caps in a safe location. X X
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