KUULAIRE PACKA43 User manual

Port-A-Cool, LLC • 709 Southview Circle • Center, TX 75935
www.kuulaire.com • 1-888-999-6511
Made in China
Model PACKA43,
PACKA43-22050 and PACKA43-22060
Owner’s Manual
CAUTION
SAVE AND READ THESE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions carefully before setting up and operating this unit. This manual
was designed to provide you with important information needed to setup, operate,
maintain, and trouble-shoot your cooler. Failure to follow these instructions may dam-
age and/or impair its operation and void the warranty.
WARRANTY
For one year from date of installation, Port-A-Cool, LLC, warrants any original
component part or parts of the KuulAire®evaporative unit found, upon examination
by factory authorized personnel, to be defective in material or workmanship. Due to
warranty limits placed on our component parts by the original manufacturers, our
warranty is limited on manufactured units and their original component parts, as well
as replacement parts to a total of one (1) year after the date of installation.
If said equipment develops such defects within this period, it will be repaired or
replaced at our option. For breach of any implied or written warranty on this product,
Port-A-Cool, LLC, shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages.
This warranty is declared void if the equipment is found to have been misused, abused
or tampered with by unauthorized personnel. Do not use cooler cleaners, cooler treat-
ments, or other additives in this portable evaporative cooler. The use of any of these
products will void your warranty and may impair the life of your evaporative cooler.
All transportation charges on parts submitted for replacement or repair under this
warranty must be borne by the purchaser.
To obtain service under this warranty, contact the dealer where you purchased your
evaporative cooler. As a nal step, if you cannot locate your dealer, please contact
customer service at Port-A-Cool, LLC. Please include your name, address and ZIP code,
the model number and serial number of your evaporative cooler, date of installation,
and a description of your problem. Port-A-Cool, LLC, 709 Southview Circle, Center, TX
75935, Tel: [phone]. For more information or to register online,
visit www.kuulaire.com.
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Introduction
The PACKA43 features a 3-speed fan and automatic
timer that can be programmed for 0.5 hour to 8
hours. The automatic louver swing function provides
directional control and the remote control (batteries
not included), provides convenience. The PACKA43,
PACKA43-22050, and PACKA43-22060, portable evaporative
coolers are the latest in evaporative cooling technology
from Port-A-Cool, LLC, manufacturer of world-class
portable cooling units , for residential, industrial and
commercial applications.
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1. This unit is intended for indoor use. Any other use is
not recommended and may cause re, electric hazard,
or injury to persons or property, and may void the
warranty.
2. Unplug the unit from power outlet when lling and
relling water reservoir.
3. Unplug the unit from power outlet when moving the
unit.
4. Unplug the unit from power outlet when cleaning or
servicing.
5. Do not use the unit in areas where gasoline, paint or
any other ammable chemicals are stored.
6. Extreme caution should be taken when used near
children and the elderly. The unit should not be left
unattended for any extended period of time while in
operation.
7. Do not let children play with any packaging material.
8. Do not operate the unit with a damaged power cord.
9. Do not attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or
mechanical functions of the unit.
10. The PACKA43 unit should run on 110-120V 60Hz AC only.
The PACKA43-22050 on 220-240V 50Hz AC only, and
PACKA43-22060 on 220-240V 60Hz AC only.
11. Do not cover unit air inlet or air outlet openings.
12. This product is not intended for use in wet or damp
locations.
13. When not in use, drain the water from the reservoir and
store the unit in a dry location.
14. Do not run power cord under carpeting or cover with rugs
or runners. Arrange the cord away from areas where it
may be tripped over.
15. Do not use the unit with an extension cable.
16. Do not insert or allow objects to enter the air outlet
opening, as this may cause damage to the blower and
may void the warranty.
17. Use only fresh water to ll the water reservoir. The use
of air fresheners or cleaners is not recommended as it
may damage the unit and void the warranty.
18. Drain the reservoir once every week to reduce calcium
saturation.
19. The unit is built with a water pump which has a feature
to stop when water in reservoir is at low water. The
pump will restart when the reservoir is relled with
water.
20. Do not use this appliance with any solid-state speed
control device.
21. If the unit is damaged or malfunctioning, discontinue
operation and refer to the trouble-shooting section and/
or contact a service technician via 1-888-999-6511.
Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using any electrical appliance.
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Filling the Reservoir with Water
The water ll door is located on the side
of the unit. Open the water ll door and
pour water carefully into the reservoir.
Pay attention to the water level indicator
to avoid overlling the unit. The capacity
of the reservoir is 15 liters/4 gallons.
Draining the Reservoir
Move the unit to a location where water
can be disposed of safely. Remove the
drain plug which is located at the back
of the unit to release water from the
reservoir. Once it is completely drained,
replace the drain plug. The unit is ready
to be lled with fresh water.
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CAUTION:
Unplug the unit
from power outlet prior
to moving or servicing, or
lling or draining the water
reservoir. Use caution
when moving the unit if the
reservoir is more than half
full of water.
Side Water Fill
MIN
MAX
ADJUSTING WATER FLOW VALVE
FOR OPTIMAL COOLING
MOVE DIAL TOWARD
MAXIMUM WATERFLOW
FOR ADDITIONAL COOLING
IN DRY CONDITIONS
MOVE DIAL TOWARD
MINIMUM WATERFLOW
FOR ADDITIONAL COOLING
IN HUMID CONDITIONS
MOVE DIAL TOWARD MAXIMUM WATERFLOW
FOR ADDITIONAL COOLING IN DRY CONDITIONS
MOVE DIAL TOWARD MINIMUM WATERFLOW
FOR ADDITIONAL COOLING IN HUMID CONDITIONS
Wait 5 minutes between adjustments to monitor progress
Start with the water adjustment dial set in
the middle of minimum and maximum.
MIN
MAX
ADJUSTING WATER
FLOW VALVE
FOR OPTIMAL
COOLING
Wait 5 minutes between adjustments to monitor progress
Start with the water adjustment dial set in
the middle of minimum and maximum.

Dampen a clean cloth with water and use it on the exterior
of the unit to remove any dust or dirt. Never use harsh
detergents, solvents, and corrosive cleaners to clean the unit.
When not in use, drain the water reservoir and store the unit
in an area where it is dry and out of sunlight.
MAINTENANCE:
Regular draining, at least once each week, will decrease the
water mineral build up and extend the life of the honey-comb
media pad. A damp cloth can be used to remove calcium build-
up inside and outside of the unit. The dust lter/cover can be
removed easily and can be cleaned weekly. The inside of the
water reservoir can be cleaned once or twice in a season to
maintain air quality.
DEEP CLEAN:
Remove screws holding the rear panel and remove the rear
panel by unhooking the tab located in the top of the rear panel.
Wash cooling pad with water and soft bristled brush to remove
debris and mineral build-up. Fill up the reservoir with fresh
water and drain. Repeat the procedure to remove debris and
mineral build-up in the reservoir.
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WARNING: Unplug the unit from power
outlet prior to moving or servicing, or
lling or draining the water reservoir.
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ON/OFF – start or turn off the unit
Timer – Turns on the timer
Cool – start water pump
Speed – Low/Medium/High
Swing – automatic swing of louvers
Cancel Timer – Cancels timer operation
Remote requires two (2) AAA batteries. Not included. Do not mix old and new batteries.
Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.
Do not dispose of batteries in re. Batteries may explode or leak.
POWER
1. Plug the cord to a power outlet. The red power icon
will be illuminated with an audible sound. The unit is
in Standby mode.
2. Press POWER button to turn on the unit. Display will illuminate
and the POWER icon will turn green. When the POWER button is
pressed, the fan will start at HIGH, then switch to LOW speed. To
turn off the unit press the POWER button again.
SPEED - Press the SPEED button to select the desired fan
speed. The selected fan speed indicator LED light will
light up. Fan speed settings are 1( LOW) - 2 (MEDIUM)
- 3 (HIGH).
SWING: - Press the SWING button to direct the air
stream. The vertical louvers will begin to move
automatically from side to side. The indicator LED will
come on. To adjust the vertical direction of air ow, adjust the
horizontal louvers manually.
TIMER - The unit comes with a 8-hour timer function.
To set the timer, press the TIMER button to a desired
operation time. The selected time will be displayed. When
the selected time has elapsed, the unit will automatically
shut off.
COOL - To use the unit as an evaporative cooler,
press the COOL button. The pump will start and
distribute water to wet out the cellulose media
located in the rear of the unit. After approximately three
minutes, as the pad becomes saturated, the air from the
outlet should be cool.
LOW WATER ALARM FUNCTION - This unit is equipped with
a low water sensor alarm. When water in the reservoir is
below minimum level, you will hear audible beeps and COOL
LED indicator will ash continuously. At the same time the
power to the pump will be cut off to protect the life of the
pump. In order to disengage the alarm function, turn off and
unplug the unit from the power outlet, and ll the reservoir
with water above the minimum level. In order to turn off the
alarm function and continue to use it in FAN mode, press COOL
button again. If COOL button is pressed again without lling
the reservoir with water, low water alarm will go off again.
PACKA43 CONTROL PANEL
8/1/2012
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COOL
CANCEL TIMER
PACKA43 CONTROL PANEL
8/1/2012
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COOL
CANCEL TIMER
Water Reservoir Capacity 15 Liters/4 gallons
Dimensions (cm) 70.5 H x 40 W x 30 D
Dimensions (inches) 27.7 H x 15.7 W x 12.6 D
Product Weight 7.3 kg/16 lbs.
Model No. PACKA43
(110-120V 60Hz, 96W)
Model No. PACKA43-22050
(220-240V 50Hz, 115W)
Model No. PACKA43-22060
(220-240V 60Hz, 115W)

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To obtain a current list of Replacement Parts, visit us online at www.port-a-coolparts.com.
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1. Control Panel
2. Water Flow Regulator Knob
3. Rear Cover
4. Water Fill Door
5. Water Level Gauge
6. Base
7. Drain
8. Casters
Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution
No discharge of air
Cord is not plugged in
Power is not on
Make sure cord is plugged in and try to turn the unit on by pressing ON/
OFF button on control panel and remote control. Check the circuit breaker or
check GFCI reset button.
The unit will not
turn off
Damaged PCB
Remote control batteries
Damaged PCB - contact service technician.
Check batteries.
Unit is making noise
No water and water level sensor is
stuck - pump is dry running when COOL
button is pressed.
Clean the reservoir with fresh water and loosen the water level sensor oat
inside the reservoir.
Not cooling Low/No Water
Water ow regulator at MIN setting
Pump doesn’t turn on and low water
alarm turns on with full tank of water
in the reservoir.
Check water level
Change the water regulator setting to MAX
Water level sensor is stuck. Drain/rell with fresh water and loosen the
water level sensor oat inside the reservoir.
Odor Emission
Brand new unit
Old unit with algae
Brand new cooling pad will initially emit an odor which will dissipate within
a week of initial use.
If the unit is not new, there may be an algae issue. Replace the cooling pad
and clean the pad regularly.
Water droplets coming
out of air outlet
Calcium saturated water
Clogged cooling pad
Drain water, deep clean and clean the cooling pad.
Cooling pad may need to be replaced.