Trotec Pae 31 User manual

TRT-BA-PAE31-TC2021-09-001-EN

PAE 31

OPERATING MANUAL

AIR COOLER

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Table of contents

Notes regarding the operating manual.................................2

Safety .....................................................................................2

Information about the device................................................4

Transport and storage...........................................................6

Assembly and start-up..........................................................6

Operation ...............................................................................9

Available accessories..........................................................12

Errors and faults..................................................................13

Maintenance ........................................................................14

Technical annex...................................................................20

Disposal ...............................................................................20

Notes regarding the operating manual

Symbols

Warning of electrical voltage

This symbol indicates dangers to the life and health of

persons due to electrical voltage.

Warning

This signal word indicates a hazard with an average

risk level which, if not avoided, can result in serious

injury or death.

Caution

This signal word indicates a hazard with a low risk

level which, if not avoided, can result in minor or

moderate injury.

Note

This signal word indicates important information (e.g.

material damage), but does not indicate hazards.

Info

Information marked with this symbol helps you to carry

out your tasks quickly and safely.

Follow the manual

Information marked with this symbol indicates that the

operating manual must be observed.

You can download the current version of the operating manual

and the EU declaration of conformity via the following link:

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https://hub.trotec.com/?id=45001

Safety

Read this manual carefully before starting or using the

device. Always store the manual in the immediate vicinity

of the device or its site of use.

Warning

Read all safety warnings and all instructions.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may

result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future

reference.

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8

years and above and persons with reduced physical,

sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience

and knowledge if they have been given supervision or

instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe

way and understand the hazards involved.

Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and

user maintenance shall not be made by children

without supervision.

• Do not use the device in potentially explosive rooms or

areas and do not install it there.

• Do not use the device in aggressive atmosphere.

• Only put up the device in an upright, stable position on firm

ground.

• Let the device dry out after a wet clean. Do not operate it

when wet.

• Do not use the device with wet or damp hands.

• Do not expose the device to directly squirting water.

• Never insert any objects or limbs into the device.

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• Do not cover or transport the device during operation.

• Do not sit on the device.

• This appliance is not a toy! Keep away from children and

animals. Do not leave the device unattended during

operation.

• Check accessories and connection parts for possible

damage prior to every use of the device. Do not use any

defective devices or device parts.

• Ensure that all electric cables outside of the device are

protected from damage (e.g. caused by animals). Never

use the device if electric cables or the power connection

are damaged!

• The mains connection must correspond to the

specifications in the Technical annex.

• Insert the mains plug into a properly secured mains

socket.

• Observe the device's power input, cable length and

intended use when selecting extensions to the power

cable. Completely unroll extension cables. Avoid electrical

overload.

• Before carrying out maintenance, care or repair work on

the device, remove the mains plug from the mains socket.

Hold onto the mains plug while doing so.

• Switch the device off and disconnect the power cable from

the mains socket when the device is not in use.

• Do not under any circumstances use the device if you

detect damages on the mains plug or power cable.

If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the

manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified

persons in order to avoid a hazard.

Defective power cables pose a serious health risk!

• When positioning the device, observe the minimum

distances from walls and other objects as well as the

storage and operating conditions specified in the Technical

annex.

• Make sure that the air inlet and outlet are not obstructed.

• Make sure that the suction side is kept free of dirt and

loose objects.

• Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from the

device. Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in legible

condition.

• Only transport the device in an upright position with an

emptied water tank.

• Empty the water tank before transport and storage. Do not

drink the water. Health hazard!

• Note that high humidity levels may enhance the growth of

biological organisms in the environment.

• Make sure that objects in the surroundings of the device

do not become wet or damp. If moisture is present, the

output must be reduced. If the output cannot be reduced,

the device must only be operated in intervals. Absorbent

materials such as carpeting, curtains, sheers or tablecloths

must not become damp.

• Make sure that the water in the water thank is replaced

every3days. Otherwise there is a risk of microorganisms

growing in the water tank which presents a health hazard

if they get into the air or water.

• Only fill the water tank with fresh drinking water, ice cubes

made of fresh drinking water and/ or suitable ice packs.

• Ice packs are not toys. Keep away from children and

animals.

• Never open an ice pack. The liquid inside the ice packs

can be harmful to health.

• Do not eat the ice that may form on the ice packs. Health

hazard!

• Do not insert rechargeable batteries into the remote

control.

Intended use

Only use the device for cooling the air in interior spaces while

adhering to and following the technical data.

Intended use comprises cooling the air in:

• living spaces

• museums

• warehouses and archives

• libraries

• call centres and computer rooms

Foreseeable misuse

• Do not place the device on wet or flooded ground.

• Do not place any objects, e.g. clothing, on the device.

• Do not use the device outdoors.

• Do not make any unauthorised modifications, alterations or

structural changes to the device.

• Any use other than the intended use is regarded as a

reasonably foreseeable misuse.

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Personnel qualifications

People who use this device must:

• be aware of the dangers that occur when working with

electric devices in damp areas.

• have read and understood the operating manual, especially

the Safety chapter.

Maintenance tasks which require the housing to be opened

must only be carried out by specialist electrical companies or by

Trotec.

Residual risks

Warning of electrical voltage

Work on the electrical components must only be

carried out by an authorised specialist company!

Warning of electrical voltage

Before any work on the device, remove the mains plug

from the mains socket!

Do not touch the mains plug with wet or damp hands.

Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable

out of the mains socket.

Warning

The liquid inside the ice packs can be harmful to

health!

If the liquid was swallowed, immediately seek medical

attention.

If the liquid came into contact with your eyes, rinse

with water and immediately consult an

ophthalmologist.

Warning

Dangers can occur at the device when it is used by

untrained people in an unprofessional or improper way!

Observe the personnel qualifications!

Warning

The device is not a toy and does not belong in the

hands of children.

Warning

Risk of suffocation!

Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may

use it as a dangerous toy.

Note

Do not operate the device without an air filter inserted

into the air inlet!

Without the air filter, the inside of the device will be

heavily contaminated. This could reduce the

performance and result in damage to the device.

Behaviour in the event of an emergency

1. Switch off the device.

2. In an emergency, disconnect the device from the mains

feed-in: Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power

cable out of the mains socket.

3. Do not reconnect a defective device to the mains.

Information about the device

Description of the device

The air cooler lowers the room temperature to a comfortable

degree by evaporation-based cooling.

The device is filled with cold water or optionally with ice cubes

and/or ice packs in order to cool down the incoming warm air

at the evaporation filter and to blow out the cold air thus

generated via the fan.

Besides its cooling function, the device can also be used for air

freshening: thanks to an integrated air filter and the evaporation

filter's honeycomb structure, the sucked-in air is filtered and

humidified.

The fan speed can be set to three stages.

The device has an aerodynamically shaped air outlet that not

only allows 360° air circulation but can also imitate a hurricane.

The discharge direction of the cooled air can be manually

adjusted via the optionally selectable automatic swing mode.

The device has a night mode enabling ultra-silent operation at

bedtime.

The device can be operated via the control panel at the device

or via the infrared remote control.

Moreover, using the timer function, the device can be switched

off automatically with time delay.

The device can be operated in an energy-efficient manner. If

none of the operating elements have been actuated for a period

of 60s, the LEDs will be dimmed.

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Device depiction

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No. Designation

1Control panel

2Air outlet and ventilation flaps with swing function

3Filling level indicator of the water tank

4Wheels

5Transport handle with compartment for the remote

control

6Air inlet with air filter and evaporation filter

7Water tank with locking clips

8Air filter (front)

9Evaporation filter (front)

10 Air filter (right side)

11 Evaporation filter (side)

12 Air filter (left side)

13 Ice packs

14 Remote control

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Transport and storage

Note

If you store or transport the device improperly, the

device may be damaged.

Note the information regarding transport and storage of

the device.

Transport

To make the device easier to transport, it is fitted with wheels.

To make the device easier to transport, it is fitted with a

transport handle.

Before transporting the device, observe the following:

• Switch off the device.

• Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable out

of the mains socket.

• Empty the water tank.

• Do not use the power cable to drag the device.

• Only wheel the device on a level and smooth surface.

After transporting the device, proceed as follows:

• Set up the device in an upright position after transport.

Storage

Before storing the device, proceed as follows:

• Empty and clean the water tank prior to storage (see

chapter Maintenance).

• Allow the evaporation filter to dry prior to storage.

Otherwise the device may distribute a musty smell after

restart.

• Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable out

of the mains socket.

When the device is not being used, observe the following

storage conditions:

• dry and protected from frost and heat

• in an upright position where it is protected from dust and

direct sunlight

• with a cover to protect it from invasive dust, if necessary

• Place no further devices or objects on top of the device to

prevent it from being damaged.

• Remove batteries from the remote control.

Assembly and start-up

Scope of delivery

• 1x Device

• 3x Evaporation filter

• 3x Air filter

• 2 x Ice pack

• 1 x Remote control

• 1x CR2032 battery

• 4x Wheels

• 1x Manual

Unpacking the device

1. Open the cardboard box and take the device out.

2. Completely remove the packaging.

3. Fully unwind the power cable. Make sure that the power

cable is not damaged and that you do not damage it during

unwinding.

Start-up

When positioning the device, observe the minimum distance

from walls or other objects as described in the chapter

Technical annex.

• Before restarting the device, check the condition of the

power cable. If there are doubts as to the sound condition,

contact the customer service.

• Only put up the device in an upright, stable position on firm

ground.

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• Do not create tripping hazards when laying the power

cable or other electric cables, especially when positioning

the device in the middle of the room. Use cable bridges.

• Make sure that extension cables are completely unrolled.

• Make sure that no curtains or other objects interfere with

the air flow.

Prior to initial start-up, insert batteries in the remote control.

Filling the water tank

The device requires fresh drinking water for air cooling.

Warning of electrical voltage

Before any work on the device, remove the mains plug

from the mains socket!

Do not touch the mains plug with wet or damp hands.

Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable

out of the mains socket.

Note

Fill the device with fresh drinking water only. The

water temperature must not exceed 40°C.

Info

If possible, change the water every3days to prevent

bacterial growth.

Info

Optionally, you can put ice packs into the water tank

for additional cooling.

Observe the following when using the ice packs:

• Put the ice packs into a freezer for at least 4hours before

use.

• Put the ice packs into the water tank before filling water

into the tank.

Info

When using ice packs at high outside temperatures,

condensation may form at the water tank and drip onto

the floor.

1. Disconnect the device from the mains before refilling water

or putting ice packs into the device.

2. Release the water tank(7) by turning both clips from their

vertical position into the horizontal position.

3. Remove the water tank(7) from the device.

4. If required, put the ice packs into the water tank for

additional cooling.

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5. Fill the water tank with fresh drinking water only.

Optionally, you can add ice cubes made of drinking water

for additional cooling.

ðObserve the minimum and maximum filling level at the

filling level indicator.

The water tank must be filled up at least to minimum

filling level to enable pump operation.

6. Refit the water tank(7) into the device.

7. Lock the water tank(7) by turning the clips from their

horizontal position into the vertical position.

8. Make sure that the device is neither damp nor wet on the

outside. Otherwise wipe it dry.

Inserting evaporation filter and air filter

Note

When set to air cooling mode, the device must not be

operated without the evaporation filter, otherwise

cooling will not work.

Note

Do not operate the device without an air filter inserted

into the air inlet!

Without the air filter, the inside of the device will be

heavily contaminated. This could reduce the

performance and result in damage to the device.

Note

For an even distribution of water please make sure that

the top section of the evaporation filter is positioned at

the top.

• Make sure that both the evaporation and the air filter are

installed before switching the device on.

Connecting the power cable

• Insert the mains plug into a properly secured mains

socket.

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Operation

• Avoid open doors and windows.

Control panel

15 16 17 18 19 20

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No. Designation Meaning

15 On/off LED Is illuminated when the device is

switched on.

16 Fan speed LEDs

III

Illuminated according to the fan

speed:

Stage 1 = low

Stage 2 = medium

Stage 3 = high

17 Mode LEDs Illuminated when one of the

following modes is activated:

ventilation

air freshening

night mode

18 Air cooling LED Illuminated when air cooling

mode is activated

Flashes for 5seconds when the

water tank is empty

19 Timer LEDs Illuminated when the timer is

activated.

20 Swing LED Illuminated when swing function

is activated

21 Swing button Switching the swing function on

or off

22 Timer button Switching the timer on or off:

1h– 8h

23 Air cooling button Switching the air cooling mode

on or off

24 Mode button Selection button for ventilation,

air freshening and night mode

25 Speed button Increase or decrease fan speed

No. Designation Meaning

26 On/off button Switching the device on or off

Switching the device on

Once you have completely installed the device as described in

the chapter Assembly and start-up, you can switch it on:

1. Press the on/off button(26) on the device.

ðAn acoustic signal is emitted.

ðThe device starts automatically.

ðThe device starts in ventilation mode. The fan

speedLED(16) of stage1 and the ventilation LED(17)

are illuminated.

Setting the operating mode

The device comes with the following operating modes:

•Air cooling

•Ventilation

•Air freshening

•Night mode

Air cooling

The air cooling mode can be switched on in addition during all

other operating modes.

During air cooling mode, the pump is switched on and the water

is distributed over the evaporation filter to cool the circulating

air with water. In air cooling mode the air is humidified at the

same time.

Please proceed as follows to activate air cooling:

üThe water tank(7) must be filled up with water at least to

the minimum filling level.

1. Press the air coolingbutton(23).

ðThe air coolingLED(18) is illuminated.

ðThe pump starts.

2. Press the speed button(25) to set the desired fan speed.

ðThe corresponding fan speedLED(16) will be

illuminated.

3. Press the cooling button(23) again to switch air cooling

off.

ðThe air coolingLED(18) goes out.

ðThe device continues to run in the previously selected

operating mode with the pump being switched off.

Info

If the water tank is empty, the air cooling LED(18)

flashes for5seconds. Fill the water tank as described

in Filling the water tank.

Note

When Air cooling mode is activated, the air and

evaporation filter must not be removed, otherwise the

water from the filter will drip down into the device.

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Ventilation

In ventilation mode, you can select all 3fan speeds manually.

Please proceed as follows to activate ventilation:

1. Press the mode button(25) until the fan speedLED(16) is

illuminated.

2. Press the speed button(25) to set the desired fan speed.

ðThe corresponding fan speedLED(16) will be

illuminated.

Air freshening

In air freshening mode, the fan speed increases and decreases

alternately to generate a pleasant, natural air stream.

Please proceed as follows to activate air freshening:

1. Press the mode button(24) until the air

fresheningLED(17) is illuminated.

ðThe fan speed levels change automatically.

ðThe corresponding fan speed LEDs(16) light up

alternately.

Night mode

In night mode, the device operates using a preset programme

with different fan speeds to generate an air stream that is

adapted to human sleeping habits.

Night mode can be activated in combination with the 3fan

stages and air cooling.

1. Press the mode button(24) until the sleepLED(17) is

illuminated.

2. Press the speed button(25) to set the desired fan speed.

ðThe corresponding fan speedLED(16) will be

illuminated.

ðFan stage1: The device permanently operates at fan

stage1.

ðFan stage2: The device operates at fan stage2 and

switches over to fan stage1 after30minutes.

ðFan stage3: The device operates at fan stage3 and

switches over to fan stage2 after30minutes. After

another 30minutes have passed, the device switches

over to fan stage1.

Info

If you activate air cooling, an alarm signal will be

emitted when the water tank is empty, even in night

mode.

Setting the timer

The function can be set in addition in all operating modes.

The number of hours can be set to 1h, 2h, 4h or 8h.

Automatic switch-off

üThe device is switched on.

1. Press the timer button(22) until the desired timer LED(19)

is illuminated.

ðThe timer programming is activated.

ðThe timer setting equals the desired number of hours.

ðThe device switches off automatically after the set

number of hours has elapsed.

Notes regarding automatic switch-off:

• Pressing the on/off button(26) deactivates the automatic

switch-off function.

Remote control

All settings of the device can also be made using the remote

control included in the scope of delivery.

22 24

23 21

No. Designation Meaning

21 Swing button Switching the swing

function on or off

22 Timer button Switching the timer on or

off: 1h– 8h

23 Air cooling button Switching the air cooling

mode on or off

24 Mode button Selection button for

ventilation, air freshening

and night mode

25 Speed button Increase or decrease fan

speed

26 On/off button Switching the device on or

off

27 Screen button Switching the LEDs on the

control panel on or off

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Swing function

The swing function can be switched on in any operating mode if

required.

The air flaps rotate automatically if the swing function is

switched on, thus providing a continuous air circulation.

1. Press the swing button(21) to switch the swing function

on or off.

Memory function

If you switch the device back on from standby mode, the

settings selected for the operating mode and swing function are

saved. Any activated timer will not be saved in the device.

Refilling water

An empty water tank is indicated by the device with a prompt.

The air coolingLED(18) flashes for5seconds. In this case, the

water tank must be refilled.

The device requires fresh drinking water for air cooling:

Warning of electrical voltage

Before any work on the device, remove the mains plug

from the mains socket!

Do not touch the mains plug with wet or damp hands.

Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable

out of the mains socket.

Info

If possible, change the water every3days to prevent

bacterial growth.

Note

Fill the device with fresh drinking water only. The

water temperature must not exceed 40°C.

• Put the ice packs into a freezer for at least 4hours before

use.

• Put the ice packs into the water tank before filling water

into the tank.

Info

When using ice packs at high outside temperatures,

condensation may form at the water tank and drip onto

the floor.

1. Disconnect the device from the mains before refilling water

or putting ice packs into the device.

2. Release the water tank(7) by turning both clips from their

vertical position into the horizontal position.

3. Remove the water tank(7) from the device.

4. If required, put the ice packs into the water tank for

additional cooling.

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5. Fill the water tank with fresh drinking water only.

Optionally, you can add ice cubes made of drinking water

for additional cooling.

ðObserve the minimum and maximum filling level at the

filling level indicator.

The water tank must be filled up at least to minimum

filling level to enable pump operation.

6. Refit the water tank(7) into the device.

7. Lock the water tank(7) by turning the clips from their

horizontal position into the vertical position.

8. Make sure that the device is neither damp nor wet on the

outside. Otherwise wipe it dry.

Shutdown

Warning of electrical voltage

Do not touch the mains plug with wet or damp hands.

• Switch the device off.

• Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable out

of the mains socket.

• Empty and clean the water tank (see chapter

Maintenance).

• Clean the device according to the Maintenance chapter.

• Store the device according to the Transport and storage

chapter.

Available accessories

Warning

Only use accessories and additional equipment

specified in the operating manual.

Using insertion tools or accessories other than those

specified in the operating manual may cause a risk of

injury.

Designation Article number

Evaporation filter PAE31 7.710.000.064

Air filter PAE31 7.710.000.065

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Errors and faults

The device has been checked for proper functioning several

times during production. If malfunctions occur nonetheless,

check the device according to the following list.

The device does not start:

• Check the power connection.

• Check the power cable and mains plug for damage.

• Check the on-site fusing.

• Wait for 10minutes before restarting the device. If the

device is not starting, have the electrics checked by a

specialist company or by Trotec.

The device works with reduced or no capacity:

• Check the position of the horizontal ventilation flaps. They

should be opened to the maximum.

• Check the air filter for dirt. If necessary, clean or replace

the air filter.

• Check the minimum distance to walls or other objects.

Position the device a little more in the room's centre if

required.

The device is running, but there is no air cooling or pump

operation:

• Check whether air cooling mode is activated.

• Check the filling level of the water tank (see Filling the

water tank). There must be no acoustic signal.

• Check whether there are any objects blocking the pump

inlet. Make sure that the pump inlet is not blocked.

• In case the pump does not operate despite a correctly filled

water tank and activated air cooling mode, the pump might

be defective. Please contact the customer service.

Water is leaking:

• Check the device for leaks.

• Check the water tank for tight fit.

The swing function is not working:

• The swing function motor might be defective. Please

contact the customer service.

The device is loud or vibrates:

• Check whether the device is set up in a stable and upright

position.

The device does not respond to the infrared remote control:

• Check whether the distance between remote control and

device is too large and reduce it if necessary.

• Make sure there are no obstacles, such as furniture or

walls, between the device and the remote control. Ensure

visual contact between device and remote control.

• Check the charging status of the batteries and change

them if required.

• If the batteries have just been changed, check them for

correct polarity.

The device still does not operate correctly after these

checks:

Please contact the customer service. If necessary, bring the

device to an authorised specialist electrical company or to

Trotec for repair.

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Maintenance Maintenance intervals

Maintenance and care interval before every

start-up

as needed every

3days

at least every

2 weeks

at least every

4 weeks

at least

annually

Clean the water tank X

Check air inlets and outlets for dirt

and foreign objects and clean

ifnecessary

X X

Clean the exterior X X

Visually check the inside of the

device for dirt

X X

Check the air filter for dirt and

foreign objects and clean if

necessary

X X

Replacing the evaporation filter X

Check for damage X

Check the attachment screws X X

Test run X

Maintenance and care log

Device type: ............................................. Device number: ....................................

Maintenance and care interval 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Clean the water tank

Check air inlets and outlets for dirt

and foreign objects and clean

ifnecessary

Clean the exterior

Visually check the inside of the

device for dirt

Check the air filter for dirt and

foreign objects and clean if

necessary

Replacing the evaporation filter

Check for damage

Check attachment screws

Test run

Remarks:

1. Date: ...................................

Signature: ................................

2. Date: ....................................