Port A Cool PACJS240 User manual

PORTACOOL
JETSTREAM
OWNER’S
MANUAL
PACJS240, PACJS250,
PACJS260, PACJS270

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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QUICK SETUP
Water adjustment valve

SAFETY
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 evaporative
cooler.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, re, or injury:
• Read the evaporative cooler’s instructions, owner’s manual and labels
before operating.
• Do not operate evaporative cooler unless all KUUL
®
evaporative
media is securely in place.
• Operation near open flames or sparks is not recommended.
• If operating near open flame or sparks, ensure the pump is
continuously running in order to saturate and wet KUUL evaporative
media.
• Never wash the evaporative 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 evaporative 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 qualied 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
trafc 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 evaporative 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:
- Use properly grounded 14 AWG or greater for PACJS240-260.
- Use properly grounded 12 AWG or greater for PACJS270.
- Extension cord must not exceed 50 feet in length; and
- Extension cord must be properly grounded.
• Evaporative coolers should not be modied in any way other
than repairs made by qualied individuals with Portacool
replacement parts.
• If the evaporative 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].

Control panel
Water
adjustment valve
Liquid Level Indicator
Power cord
Cord wrap
Heavy duty
casters
PACJS240
Two inch drain
Hose connection
Manual water fill
KUUL® Comfort
evaporative media
OVERVIEW

Control panel
Water
adjustment valve
Liquid Level Indicator
Manual water fill
Power cord
Cord wrap
Heavy duty casters
PACJS250
Hose connection
Two inch drain
KUUL® Comfort
evaporative media
OVERVIEW

Control panel
Water
adjustment valve
Liquid Level Indicator
Manual water fill
Hose connection Cord wrap
Heavy duty casters
PACJS260
Power cord
Two inch drain
KUUL® Comfort
evaporative media
OVERVIEW

Control panel
Water
adjustment valve
Liquid Level Indicator
Manual water fill
Power cord
Cord wrap
Heavy duty casters
Hose connection
PACJS270*
Two inch drain
KUUL® Comfort
evaporative media
OVERVIEW
*requires a 6-20R power outlet

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 and that it allows for the full weight of the evaporative cooler including a tank full of water. The
cooler must be level and in the upright position. The casters should also be locked to prevent the evaporative cooler from moving.
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 evaporative media facing the wall. This allows the unrestricted flow of warm air to the KUUL®evaporative media
side of the evaporative cooler. 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, moving the pump switch to the “ON” position on the control panel will turn on the pump. When initially turning
on the pump, the level in the water tank will drop suddenly and restart the flow of supply water. This is a normal condition, as the evaporative
media requires a large amount of water for proper wetting.
New KUUL evaporative media will require an initial ‘breaking-in’ period. This period is required for the 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 evaporative media is properly adjusted 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 evaporative media saturated with water, but not flooded. Evaporative m edia should appear wet. When properly adjusted, one
or two dry streaks will appear across surface 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 turning the fan switch to the desired speed on the control panel. Before starting, make sure casters are in
locked position.
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1) Keep the evaporative cooler clean to ensure peak operating performance.
2) The rugged, corrosion-resistant construction ensures low maintenance will be required.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
The pump should be turned off approximately 15 minutes before the fan is turned off. This will allow the KUUL®evaporative media
to dry out and extend the life of the media. This also helps control the growth of mildew, mold, bacteria, and other odor-causing
elements.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
The 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. Dust may collect in the tank over time. Replace evaporative media in correct airflow
direction, referring to the label on the media.
STORAGE
1) Drain all water from the tank and wipe clean, ensuring the KUUL evaporative media and tank are completely dry.
2) Roll up the electrical 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 dust covers are available from your distributor or at www.portacoolparts.com.
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TROUBLESHOOT
REMEDY
1. Check power
A. Reset breaker*
B. Reset GFCI*
C. Plug in cord(s) or replace if damaged
2. Replace motor
3. Replace relay
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. Tighten tting and/or cap or tighten drain
1. Drain, ush and clean tank
2. Replace media
3. Turn on pump before starting fan
1. Check and tighten where needed
2. Inspect and adjust, or replace fan blade
1. Make sure media is properly positioned in the
frames and evaporative cooler is level
2. Use evaporative cooler as fan only (turn pump off)
or discontinue use until outdoor humidity drops
3. Tighten connection or replace hose
POSSIBLE CAUSES
1. No electrical power to cooler
A. Circuit breaker tripped
B. GFCI tripped
C. Cord(s) unplugged or damaged
2. Motor overheated and/or frozen
3. Faulty relay (PACJS270 only)
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. Drain bushing/cap not tight
1. Stale or stagnant water in tank
2. Media mildewed or clogged
3. Media not wetted before cooler is turned on
1. Loose parts
2. Fan blade rubbing shroud
1. Too much water delivered to evaporative media
2. Outdoor humidity is too high or it is raining
3. Leaking hose
SYMPTOM
Evaporative cooler fails to start or
deliver air
Evaporative cooler starts but air delivery
inadequate
Water draining from evaporative cooler
Musty or unpleasant odor
Knocking, shaking, or rattling sounds
Water droplets in the discharge air
stream
Turn off all power to the cooler before attempting to troubleshoot any of the following symptoms. For problems not listed,
please contact customer support.
*I f condition persists, call electrician

NEW FEATURES
GFCI / ELCI
The Portacool Jetstream™ series utilizes a GFCI or ELCI to protect the user from excessive leakage current. These devices are
intended to trip at very low leakage currents. If a trip occurs, reset the device to see if there have been some voltage surge in the
system.
1) PACJS240, PACJS250, PACJS260 use a GFCI integral to the power cord
2) PACJS270 uses an ELCI integral to the power cord - requires a 6-20R power outlet
LIQUID LEVEL INDICATOR / PUMP SHUTOFF
A liquid level indicator with integral shutoff gives a visual indication of the water level in the evaporative cooler and will shut of the
pump once the water reaches a certain threshold. When this occurs, a red neon light on the control panel will illuminate to draw
attention to the low water level condition and alert the user that the pump has shut off. This light may cycle on and off for a few
minutes to draw attention to the low water condition as it tries to exhaust the remaining water.
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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 three (3) 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 Jetstream 240, 250, 260 and 270 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.

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 Jetstream™ 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.
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Lifetime warranty
on all molded
housings
Live,US-based
Customer
Service
Year warranty
on Jetstream series
motor and electrical
components

KEY PARTS
240 250 260 270
MOTOR PARMTRJ2400A PARMTRJ2500A PARMTRJ2600A PARMTRJ2700A
PUMP PARPMPJ2400A PARPMPJ2500A PARPMPJ2600A PARPMPJ2700A
MEDIA PARKULJ24000 PARKULJ25000 PARKULJ26000 PARKULJ27000
CASTERS PARCSTJ240F0 PARCSTJ250F0 PARCSTJ260F0 PARCSTJ270F0
CONTROLS PARCTLJ24000 PARCTLJ25000 PARCTLJ26000 PARCTLJ27000
Additional parts can be found at www.portacoolparts.com
Step 1
Lock the casters to keep the evaporative cooler from moving while you are working.
Remove the flap and KUUL evaporative media from the cooler. The flap is attached at
the top of the evaporative cooler with screws. Remove the screws and set the flap
aside.
Step 2
All KUUL evaporative media must be removed before accessing the inside of the
evaporative cooler housing. Remove the center piece of the evaporative media first by
grasping at the top and tilting it out and away from the evaporative cooler. While tilting
the KUUL evaporative media out, lift the piece up and out.
Step 3
Remove remaining media in the same manner. Set aside in a safe place to prevent
damage while out of the cooler. Once all the media has been removed, you should
have access to the inside of the evaporative cooler housing and internal components.
STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3
HOW TO REPLACE KUUL®EVAPORATIVE MEDIA

FAQ
Q. WHAT ASSEMBLY IS REQUIRED?
A. None. Portacool Jetstream evaporative coolers are ready to use right out
of the box.
Q. HOW DO I PREPARE MY EVAPORATIVE COOLER FOR STORAGE?
A. Drain the evaporative cooler, dry out the evaporative media, cover the
evaporative cooler and store in a dry place.
Q. I JUST RAN THE EVAPORATIVE COOLER FOR THE FIRST TIME AND
THERE’S AN UNPLEASANT ODOR!
A. The KUUL®evaporative media, located in the back of your evaporative
cooler, has never been wet before. The first time it is wet, the evaporative
media will emit an odor that lasts approximately one to three weeks. Keep
the 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 EVAPORATIVE COOLER ISN’T PUTTING OUT ANY 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 PRODUCE THE MOST COOL AIR?
A. For optimum performance, the temperature should be 85˚ F or higher and
the relative humidity should be below 75%. However, Portacool 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?
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 COOLING AND
MISTING SYSTEMS?
A. Misting systems spray a shower of water into the air that will collect on
people, objects, equipment, floors, etc. Portacool evaporative coolers use the
process of evaporation to produce cooler air, but do not produce a mist.
Q. WHERE CAN I BUY REPLACEMENT PARTS?
A. Replacement parts may be purchased online at www.portacoolparts.com or
from any Portacool distributor.You may also contact Portacool Parts/Technical
Support department for additional assistance.
Q. WHAT IS THE AMOUNT OF MOISTURE PRODUCED?
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 THE 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 QUESTIONS AREN’T ANSWERED HERE?
A. Our 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].

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FOR MORE INFORMATION
CUSTOMER SERVICE CONTACT
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portable evaporative coolers and
KUUL®evaporative cooling media
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