Evaporative Air Cooler EC300W-FA Owner’s Manual Manual v1.
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SAFETY INFORMATION & WARNINGS In order to use the product safely and to avoid any danger caused by wrong operation, please pay close attention to the warnings and instructions in this manual. • • • • • • • • • • • This appliance can only be used by children ages 8 and up. Children should not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be done by children without supervision.
• • • • • • • • After water is filled, do not tilt while placing or moving to prevent splashing. If you know the product will be stored for a while, turn it off and disconnect the power plug from the outlet. Only use standard power outlets for this unit. The power voltage must match the voltage on the nameplate of the unit. Please confirm the voltage before plugging the unit into the wall. During evaporative cooling mode, do not attempt to install the air filter or cooling pad.
PARTS LIST 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Top loading reservoir Top cover Left cover Water pump side lever (raised) Water pump side lever (lowered) Water tank latch Water tank Casters Remote control receiver Horizontal louver 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20.
FEATURES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS After removing the product from the box, remove the stopper as shown in Fig. 1, then slide the side lever to the bottom so that the pump extends down into the tank to allow for evaporative cooling operation. (Fig. 1) (Fig.
FILLING THE WATER TANK If you want to use the evaporative cooling function, you need to add water to the tank. Water can be filled from the top or the bottom: 1. From the top: First open the top loading reservoir, and then slowly pour water into the tank (Fig. 3 & 4). Once full, return the cover to its original position. Make sure to check the water level indicator in front of the unit so as to not fill water beyond maximum level. Open the top loading reservoir (Fig. 3) 3. Fill water (Fig.
(Fig. 5) 4. When filling the water tank, please note the level indicator in front of the unit (Fig. 7) a. Do not fill the water beyond the maximum water level (Fig. 7). b. Please remember to use clean tap water. c. Tip: It is normal if the device has a slight odor or the water in the tank has a slight discoloration when it is used for the first time. (Fig. 6) (Fig.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL The EC300W-FA is equipped with a remote control. A CR2032 3V coin-type replacement battery is included for your convenience. Pull on the back bottom of the remote control to separate the battery compartment. Insert the included 3V CR2032 battery. Please point to the EC300W-FA receiver when using the remote control. If the battery voltage is low, please open the battery cover as shown in Fig.6 and replace with a new battery (CR2032).
CONTROL & DISPLAY PANELS Note: The unit will beep twice when the unit is plugged in, then the unit will enter standby mode. Press the power button to begin operation. FAN SPEED BUTTON The fan speed can be changed by pressing the Fan Speed button. The sequence scrolls through: Silent → Low → Medium → High. EVAPORATIVE COOLING BUTTON Before activating evaporative cooling, make sure you slide the side lever down to lower the water pump into the water tank.
TIMER BUTTON When you press this button, the timer cycles in the following sequence: 1H → 2H → 4H → 8H → Off MODE BUTTON Press this button to switch between Normal, Nature, and Sleep mode (Nature and Sleep modes are unavailable at Silent fan speed): a) Normal Mode: Steady fan speed b) Nature Mode: Variable fan speed c) Sleep Mode: Imitates Nature Mode, but fan speed will decrease every 30 minutes LOW WATER LEVEL ALERT If the unit detects no water continuously one minute after evaporative cooling is tu
b) When air dry function starts, the fan will run at high speed for 20 minutes. The high-speed LED will continuously blink every 0.5 seconds for 20 minutes until the unit turns off automatically once the air dry function is finished. c) When using the dry function, all other buttons stop working except the “On/Off” button. If you turn off the unit before the 20-minute drying cycle has completed, you’ll need to re-run the air dry program again.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Do not use chemical agents for cleaning. Always unplug the power cord before cleaning the device to prevent possible electrocution. If dust accumulates on the outer surface of the unit, please wipe with a damp soft cloth. Use a water and a soap mixture to clean the exterior. Remove the cooling pad from the unit and check to make sure the cooling pad is in good condition. If the pad is cracked, it will need to be replaced.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solution The unit does not cool. There is insufficient water in the tank. Check the water level in the tank and make sure there is enough water. Check the water pump to make sure it is lowered all the way to the bottom, then press the evaporative cooling button. Press the evaporative cooling button. The water pump is not lowered all the way to the bottom. The evaporative cooling button was not pressed. The pump is defective.
LIMITED MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY This appliance is covered by a limited manufacturer’s warranty. For one year from the original date of purchase, the manufacturer will repair or replace any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials and workmanship, provided the appliance has been used under normal operating conditions as intended by the manufacturer.
