Port A Cool PACHR370 User manual

PORTACOOL
HURRICANE
OWNER’S
MANUAL
PACHR370

QUICK SETUP
Remove box and pallet Position cooler on level surface Plug into appropriate outlet
Fill tank or attach water hose
Fill the tank, then turn on the pump switch and the fan
For setup, KUUL®evaporative media should appear wet before
starting the fan. Check the water gauge to monitor water level in
tank. The water adjustment valve on each portable evaporative
cooler is set at max ow. However, ensure the knob is turned
completely to the right before use. Turn to the left to increase
water ow. Less water is required for cooling in more humid
environments.
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Water adjustment valve

OPERATION WARNINGS
SAFE OPERATION
1) Not for use by children
2) Not for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities
3) Not for use by persons who have not reviewed the owner’s manual and familiarized themselves with the operation of the product
SAFETY
To reduce the risk of electric shock, re, or injury:
• Read the cooler’s instructions, owner’s manual and labels before
operating.
• Do not operate evaporative cooler unless all media is securely
in place.
• Do not operate near open containers of flammable liquids or gases.
• Do not operate within 35 feet of open flame or spark.
• When operating near open flame or spark (never closer than 35
feet), ensure that the pump is continuously running in order to
saturate and wet KUUL® evaporative media.
• Never wash the cooler’s housing with a garden hose; water may
harm the motor or electrical system.
• Remove the plug from the electrical receptacle by pulling on the plug
and not the cord.
• Test the GFCI/GLCI receptacle or breaker monthly to ensure it is
functioning properly.
• Do not operate any cooler with a damaged cord or plug.
• If the cord or plug become damaged in any way, entire cord should
be replaced.
• Repairs should only be made by qualified individuals and should only
be made using authorized Portacool Replacement Parts.
• Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw
rugs, runners, or similar coverings. Arrange cord away from traffic
area so it will not be tripped over.
• Always unplug the electric cord to the evaporative cooler before
performing inspections or repairs.
• Plug into outlet of appropriate current and voltage capacity.
• Do not step on or roll over power cord with heavy or sharp
objects.
• The use of extension cords with your cooler is not recommended.
However, if the owner determines that his or her circumstance or
intended use requires the use of an extension cord, the following
requirements must be met:
- Extension cord must be 12 gauge or greater;.
- Extension cord must not exceed 50 feet in length; and
- Extension cord must be properly grounded.
• Coolers should not be modified in any way (other than repairs made
by qualified individuals with Portacool replacement parts).
• If the cooler is damaged or malfunctions, do not continue to operate
it. Refer to the warranty, troubleshooting or FAQ sections of this
Owner’s Manual, call Portacool, LLC Technical Support at
1-888-266-5243, or email [email protected]

OVERVIEW
Digital control panel
Water
adjustment valve
Cat5 Air Booster™
Cord wrap
Heavy duty locking
casters
Manual fill
Hose connection
Water pump out
PACHR370
KUUL® Comfort
evaporative media
Two inch drain

DIGITAL CONTROLS
The user interface includes touch sensitive buttons for operation of the Portacool Hurricane™ 370. The user interface
also includes status indicator LEDs and a 7-segment display to show the status of the evaporative cooler.
Power
The green Power LED is illuminated when the evaporative cooler is plugged in.
Water level
TheredwaterlevelLEDisilluminatedwhentheoatswitchdetectsalowwaterlevelandthepumpisnot
turningon.ThisLEDashesifthepumpisrunningduringalowwateroccurrencetoindicatethatmorewater
needs to be added in order to continue running the pump.
Timer
Thecontrollerfeaturesvepre-programmedmodeswhichcontrolthefan/pumpsequenceforapre-dened
period.Eachtouchoftheprogrambuttoncyclesthroughthevemodes:1HR,2HR,4HR,8HR,andTIMER
  OFF.Duringtheprogramrun,theusercanadjustthemaximumfanspeedwiththeup/downbuttons.When
  theprogramisactive,theTimerLEDwillbeonand,forveseconds,theuserwillbeshownwhichprogram
  (1H,2H,4H,or8H)isactive.
Pump
Pressthepumpbuttononcetopoweronandagaintopowero.ThegreenPumpLEDisilluminatedwhen
thepumpisenabled.TheLEDashesslowlyifcontinuouslyheldandthetimerisdisabled.
Fan
Whenthefaniso,touchthefanbuttononcetoturnthefanoninfullspeed.Whenthefanison,touchof
theFanbuttonagaintoturnthefano.ThegreenFanLEDisilluminatedwhenthefanisactive.TheLED
  ashesslowlyifcontinuouslyheldandthetimerisdisabled.
Speeds
Thebuttonscontroltheairvelocityofthecooler.Beginningwith“Lo”,or30%airow,then50%,thenupto
“Hi”or100%airowandincreasinginvepercentincrements.
Twodigitsdisplaythecooler’stemperature,fanspeed,andtimerprogram.Ifthecoolerdoesnothavea
temperaturesensorconnected,thedisplaywillconstantlyshowfanspeed.Ifthecoolerdoesfeaturea
temperaturesensor,thenthetemperatureisdisplayedunless:afanspeedchangeisbeingcalleduponeither
  bymeansoftheup/downbuttonorbythetimer’sprogram.Whenafanspeedchangeisrequested,thefan
  speedwillbedisplayedforvesecondsbeforereturningtothecoolertemperature.
LOCK OUT FEATURE
Iftheoperatorwouldliketolocksettingssothattheycan’tbeadjusted,simplypressthe“up”arrowandthefanbutton
simultaneouslytolockthecontrols.Tounlock,pressthe“down”buttonandthefanicon.Whenenabled,“L-E”,or“Lock
Enabled”,willbedisplayedintheLED.
FAHRENHEIT VS CELSIUS
If the operator would like to change the temperature setting from Fahrenheit to Celsius, press the fan, motor and timer
buttons simultaneously. To switch from celsius to fahrenheit, simply repeat the process.
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START UP
PLACEMENT
1) Make sure there is a clear, unobstructed path in front of the evaporative cooler to provide maximum airflow.
2) If the evaporative cooler is positioned on a raised platform, ensure the platform is stable, well constructed and will not allow
the evaporative cooler to tip over. Ensure it allows for the full weight of the evaporative cooler, including a tank full of water. The
evaporative cooler must be level and in the upright position and the casters should be locked to prevent movement.
3) If placed near a wall or other obstruction, position the evaporative cooler a minimum of 3 feet (0.9 meters) from the wall or
obstruction with the KUUL evaporative media facing the wall. This allows the unrestricted flow of warm air to the KUUL evaporative
media. When using multiple evaporative coolers in close proximity, be sure to aim each evaporative cooler so the air flows complement
each other to achieve maximum cooling capacity.
STARTING THE PUMP AND ADJUSTING THE WATER FLOW
Once the tank is full of water, pressing the “PUMP” button on the digital control panel will turn on the pump. When initially turning on
the pump, the water level in the tank will drop suddenly and restart the flow of supply water. This is a normal condition, as the KUUL®
evaporative media requires a large amount of water for proper wetting.
New evaporative media will require an initial ‘breaking-in’ period. This period is required for the KUUL®evaporative media to begin
readily absorbing water. It may require up to a week to achieve maximum efficiency.
It is important to ensure that the water flow to the media is properly adjusted to lowest position when first starting the water flow in
the evaporative cooler. Increasing the flow using the water adjustment valve (see Quick Setup in this manual) makes this adjustment.
Proper water adjustment should leave the media saturated with water, but not flooded. Media should appear wet. When properly
adjusted, some dry streaks will appear at the interface of the KUUL®evaporative media.
When turning the evaporative cooler off at the end of the day or week, the pump should be turned off about 15
minutes before the fan to allow the KUUL®evaporative media to dry.
STARTING THE PORTACOOL EVAPORATIVE COOLER
Start the fan by pressing POWER on the digital control panel, then adjust to desired speed. Before starting, make sure casters
are in locked position.
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MAINTENANCE
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While the rugged, corrosion-resistant construction ensures low maintenance will be required, keeping your evaporative
cooler clean will ensure it stays in peak operating condition.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
The pump should be turned off approximately 15 minutes before the fan is turned off, which allows the KUUL
evaporative media to dry out. Ensuring your KUUL evaporative media is dry at the end of the day not only extends its
life, it also helps control the growth of mildew, mold, bacteria, and other odor-causing elements.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
Your Portacool portable evaporative cooler should be shut down and the tank should be drained once a week. Closing
the water adjustment valve and removing the drain plug will accomplish this. Once the tank is drained and the power
disconnected, the KUUL evaporative media may be removed to allow cleaning of the tank, where dust may collect over
time. Replace KUUL evaporative media in correct airflow direction, referring to the label on the KUUL evaporative media.
STORAGE
1) Drain all water from the tank and wipe the tank clean, ensuring the KUUL evaporative media and tank are dry.
2) Roll up the power cord and secure it to ensure it will not be rolled over, tripped over or caught in equipment.
3) Cover the evaporative cooler completely to prevent dust build-up and store in a dry area.
This also helps to prevent damage to the KUUL evaporative media. Optional protective covers are
available from your distributor or at www.portacoolparts.com.

TROUBLESHOOT
Turn off all power to your evaporative cooler before attempting to troubleshoot any of the following symptoms. For prob-
lems not listed, please contact customer service.
SYMPTOM
Evaporative cooler fails to
start or deliver air
Evaporative cooler starts,
but air delivery
is inadequate
Knocking, shaking, or
rattling sounds
REMEDY
1. Check power
A. Reset breaker*
B. Plug in cord(s) or replace if damaged
* If condition persists, call electrician
2. Replace motor
1. Open windows or doors
2. Check water distribution system
A. Clean or replace evaporative media
B. Check water level
C. Make sure evap cooler is level, clean
spray bar
D. Clean or replace pump
E. Check for leaks and correct
1. Check and tighten where needed
2. Inspect and adjust, or replace fan blade
POSSIBLE CAUSES
1. No electricity to the evaporative cooler
A. Circuit breaker tripped
B. Cord(s) unplugged or damaged
2. Motor overheated and/or frozen
1. Insufcient air exhaust
2. Insufcient water–KUUL evaporative media not wet
A. KUUL evaporative media plugged
B. Dry streaks on KUUL evaporative media
C. Large dry spots on KUUL evaporative media
D. Pump not working
E. Loose water connections
1. Loose parts
2. Fan blade rubbing shroud

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SYMPTOM
Musty or unpleasant odor
Water droplets in the air
stream
POSSIBLE CAUSES
1. Stale or stagnant water in tank
2. KUUL evaporative media is mildewed or clogged
1. Too much water delivered to KUUL evaporative media
2. Leaking hose
REMEDY
1. Drain, ush and clean tank
2. Replace KUUL evaporative media
1. Make sure KUUL evaporative media
is properly positioned in the frames and
evaporative cooler is level
2. Tighten connection or replace hose

WARRANTY
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Technical support and service is available directly from your distributor or call Portacool, LLC Technical Support Hot Line at 888-266-5243 for the
distributor nearest you. You may also contact the Support Hot Line for consultation on troubleshooting and parts replacement.
Please have serial number and model number of cooler available.
WARRANTY AND REPLACEMENT PARTS
PORTACOOL™EVAPORATIVE COOLER LIMITED WARRANTY
For five (5) years from date of purchase, Portacool, LLC (hereafter “Portacool”) warrants any original component part or parts of its Portacool™ portable
evaporative coolers (the “Equipment”) that are found, upon examination by factory-authorized personnel, to be defective in material or workmanship.
Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, Portacool warrants its Hurricane 370 housings for the full lifetime of the product to the extent they
are found, upon examination by factory-authorized personnel, to be defective in material or workmanship. The Lifetime Warranty on product housings
is void if the housing is found upon examination by Portacool to have been misused, abused or otherwise tampered with by unqualified personnel. The
Lifetime Warranty on product housings does not cover ordinary wear and tear and is non-transferrable.
If the Equipment and/or its original component parts, including product housings, develop a defect covered by this limited warranty within the
applicable time periods described above, the same may be repaired or replaced at the option of Portacool.
All transportation charges for shipment of the Equipment and/or its component parts that are submitted for replacement or repair under this warranty
must be borne by the purchaser.
This warranty is void if: i) the Equipment and/or its component parts are found to have been misused, abused, repaired by or tampered with by
unqualified personnel; ii) any of the product’s component parts have been replaced with parts that were not authorized Portacool replacement parts; iii)
the product has been modified in any way (other than repairs made by qualified individuals with Portacool replacement parts); iv) the product has not
been appropriately registered by its original purchaser; or v) the customer cannot show proof of purchase as the product’s original owner.
PORTACOOL LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
IN THE CASE OF A BREACH OF ANY IMPLIED OR WRITTEN WARRANTY RELATING TO THE EQUIPMENT AND/OR ITS COMPONENT PARTS, PORTACOOL
SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, AND THE LIMITS OF LIABILITY AGAINST PORTACOOL FOR ANY SUCH
BREACH SHALL NOT EXCEED THE COST OF REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF THE EQUIPMENT.

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Customer
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Year warranty
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PORTACOOL PROTECT
Portacool, LLC is proud to provide world-class service and support. Portacool Protect™ brings together our
commitment to service and support in the form of best-in-class warranties, service programs, technical
support and live customer service to provide our customers with an ownership experience that is second to
none.
Each of the following components are included with your Portacool Hurricane™ series product:
For complete warranty information and limitations, please see Warranty page. Beyond these aspects of Portacool
Protect™, we ask that you not hesitate to contact us with any additional questions or comments you might have. For
more than 25 years, we have built our business on service and support. We look forward to speaking with you.

FAQ
Q. What assembly is required?
A. None. Your Portacool portable evaporative cooler is ready to use
right out of the box.
Q. How do I prepare my Portacool portable evaporative
cooler for storage?
A. Drain the evaporative cooler, wipe out the tank to ensure it
is dry and clean, dry out the KUUL evaporative media, cover the
evaporative cooler, and store in a dry place.
Q. I ran my evaporative cooler for the first time and there is
an unpleasant odor!
A. The KUUL evaporative media, located in the back of your
Portacool portable evaporative cooler, has never been wet before.
The KUUL evaporative media will emit an odor the first time you
wet it that lasts approximately one to three weeks. Keep your
evaporative cooler in an open area until the odor goes away
or put a capful of laundry softener directly in the tank. After
approximately two weeks of operation, the odor should disappear.
Q. My Portacool portable evaporative cooler isn’t putting
out cool air.
A. First, make sure the water source and electricity source
are connected and working. Second, check to see if the KUUL
evaporative media is damp. If not, adjust the water flow with the
water adjustment valve. Third, make sure there is water in the
tank. It should be allowed to fill before you turn the pump on.
Q. What is the best environment to product the most cool
air from my Portacool portable evaporative cooler?
A. For optimum performance, the temperature should be 85˚ F or
higher and the relative humidity should be below 75%. However,
Portacool portable evaporative coolers will reduce the temperature
in almost any environment, making it more pleasant.
Q. How often does the KUUL evaporative media need to be
replaced in my evaporative cooler?
A. Depending on the quality of maintenance, water quality and
frequency of use, KUUL evaporative media typically lasts up to five
years.
Q. What is the difference between evaporative cooler and
misting systems?
A. Misting systems spray a shower of water into the air that
collects on people, objects, equipment, floors, etc. Portacool
portable evaporative coolers use the process of evaporation to
produce cooler air, but do not discharge a mist.
Q. Where can I buy replacement parts and accessories for
my Portacool portable evaporative cooler?
A. Replacement parts may be purchased directly from Portacool
Parts/Technical Support department or www.portacoolparts.
com. You may also buy replacement parts from any Portacool
distributor.

FAQ
Q. What amount of moisture is added to the air by my
evaporative cooler?
A. 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.
Q. How long will the water supply last in my evaporative
cooler’s tank?
A. With no direct water source available, the water will evaporate
in a filled tank within two to 10 hours of operation, depending on
the water capacity of the evaporative cooler, ambient conditions,
temperature and humidity. A water source for refilling the tank is
recommended by the manufacturer.
Q. Where are the model and serial numbers found?
A. The model number can be found on a metal plate on the
outside of the cooler. Model numbers begin with the letters “PAC.”
Serial numbers are all-digits.
Q. What if my question is not answered here?
A. Our U.S.-based Tech Support staff is available 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Central Time, Monday though Friday at 1-888-COOL-AID or you
can e-mail them at [email protected].

FAQ
Step 1
Be sure to unplug your Portacool portable evaporative cooler before doing any maintenance. Lock the casters to keep your
evaporative cooler from moving while you are working. Remove the ap and KUUL evaporative media from the evapora-
tive cooler. The ap is attached at the top of the evaporative cooler with three screws. Remove the three screws and set
the ap aside.
Step 2
All KUUL evaporative media must be removed before accessing the inside of the evaporative cooler. Remove the center
set of KUUL evaporative media rst by grasping at the top and tilting it out and away from the evaporative cooler. While
tilting the KUUL evaporative media out, lift it up and out of the evaporative cooler.
Step 3
Remove remaining KUUL evaporative media in the same manner. Set aside in a safe place to prevent damage while out of
the evaporative cooler. Once all the KUUL evaporative media has been removed, you should have access to the inside of
the evaporative cooler and internal components.
HOW TO REPLACE YOUR KUUL EVAPORATIVE MEDIA

KEY PARTS
370
MOTOR PARMTRH3700A FAN ASSEMBLY PARFANH370F0
PUMP PARPMPH3700A HMI PARCTLH37000
MEDIA PARKULH37000 COVER PARCVRH37000
CASTERS (4) PARCSTH370F0 MEDIA FLAP PARFLPH37000
VFD PARCTLV37000
Additional parts can be found at www.portacoolparts.com

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