COOLIT2000
Series FAQ'S
How
loud is the COOLIT2000 Series?
Does
the unit make water? What happens with the condensate?
How
often will I need to empty the tanks?
How
large are the condensate tanks?
What
if I need to run my COOLIT 24/7?
How
long can the condensate line be?
Do
I need to vent the unit to the outside?
How
far can I duct the unit?
What
kind of maintenance is required?
What
do I need to do if I am going to store the unit?
COOLIT2000 Series Application FAQ'S
How
large of an area can I cool with the COOLIT2000 Series?
How
cold can I get my LAN room?
Can
I put the COOLIT2000 Series on my UPS?
Can
I plug into an extension cord?
Do
I need a dedicated circuit to run the COOLIT2000 Series?
What
other accessory items do I need for my application?
Who
can I get to install my COOLIT2000 Series?
Who
Has Purchased Portable Air Conditioners From AirPac
Inc?
COOLIT2000
Series FAQ'S
How
loud is the COOLIT2000 Series?
The COOLIT2000 Series
are designed for indoor applications and we use advanced
compressor technology to further reduce mechanical
noise. The blowers or fans are all centrifugal type
and reduce the air noise of the unit. The dB rating
for this unit varies because of the installation methods
but is typically less than 52 dB.
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Does
the unit make water? What happens with the condensate?
Yes, the COOLIT2000
Series is a true air conditioner and some moisture
is removed from the air which results in condensate.
The condensate collects in the two condensate tanks
located behind the bottom of the front door. When
the tanks fill up, the control panel will display
a yellow light to let you know that the tanks are
full. If the tanks are not emptied within a
short time (the time period just depends on how humid
the room/application is) then the control panel will
display a red light which will result in the shut
down of the unit. This prevents condensate overflow.
To clear the yellow/red lights the two condensate
tanks must be emptied and put back into the unit correctly.
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How
often will I need to empty the tanks?
Condensate generation
is based on various temperature and humidity levels
as well as user installation and control settings.
In the warm, humid summer months the amount of condensate
generated will be greater than in the cool, dry winter
months. Maximum condensate generation is .5 gallons
per hour.
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How
large is the condensate tanks?
The internal condensate
tanks hold approximately 2.5 gallons each which totals
five gallons. When the tanks fill up, the control
panel will display a yellow light to let you know
that the tanks are full. If the tanks are not
emptied within a short time (the time period just
depends on how humid the room/application is) then
the control panel will display a red light which will
result in the shut down of the unit. This prevents
condensate overflow. To clear the yellow/red
lights the two condensate tanks must be emptied and
put back into the unit correctly.
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What
if I need to run my COOLIT 24/7?
The COOLIT2000 Series
has an built-in internal condensate pump that can
be field installed to allow continuous uninterrupted
cooling. The pump has a 15’ lift capability which
will get you up to the drop ceiling level and allow
for connection to a drain line.
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How
long can the condensate line be?
The COOLIT2000 Series
has a condensate pump built-in that comes with 25'
of 3/8" plastic tubing. You may require
more tubing than what is supplied with the pump.
You can either attach the new section of tubing to
the supplied tubing with a coupler or purchase a new
section of tubing to fit the required length of your
condensate drain line. You can go as far with
the tubing as long as you keep the tubing sloping
down at an angle. Again if you need to go a
long distance to your drain then we recommend that
you go up as much as you can (up to 15') then go towards
your drain with the tubing sloping down at an angle.
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Do
I need to vent the unit to the outside?
No, you do not need
to vent the COOLIT2000 Series to the outside. If you
are cooling an enclosed equipment environment you
do need to discharge the condenser air (warm air)
out of the space you are trying to cool. The air discharge
kit, included with each COOLIT2600 unit, will allow
for condenser air discharge into the ceiling plenum
area.
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How
far can I duct the unit?
The air discharge
kit that comes with the COOLIT2000 Series has enough
flexible duct to reach the ceiling of a standard commercial
building. You can add more duct but you must keep
your duct run as straight as possible. The maximum
duct run for the condenser air is 25’. For each
90 degree bend you must subtract 10’ from your
maximum duct run length.
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What
kind of maintenance is required?
Unit maintenance
is quick and easy. The COOLIT2000 Series has a totally
sealed refrigeration system. It should not be necessary
to recharge your unit. The only regular preventative
maintenance is cleaning the washable filter. If you
are using the built-in condensate pump then you will
need to keep the drain line clear.
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What
do I need to do if I am going to store the unit?
Before storing the
unit you want to ensure the evaporator coil is dry
and the condensate is emptied from the tanks and pump.
To do this you would operate the COOLIT2000 Series
in the fan mode for about 5 minutes to dry out the
evaporator coil and get all the moisture off of the
coil. Turn the unit off, empty the condensate tanks,
and empty the condensate pump. Next wipe down
the cabinet with a soft cloth and mild detergent.
Your COOLIT unit will be in prime shape when your
next cooling need arises.
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COOLIT2000
Series Application FAQ'S
How
large of an area can I cool with the COOLIT2000 Series?
That depends on
what is in the area you are trying to cool. All air
conditioning units are rated in BTU, or British Thermal
Unit, which is a unit of measure. There are 12,000
BTU to 1 ton of air conditioning. For equipment cooling
we need to determine the amount of power being used
by the equipment in the room so we can do a basic
heat load calculation.
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How
cold can I get my LAN room?
There is no way
to tell. The COOLIT2000 Series will give you approximately
a 20°F temperature differential – for instance,
if your room is 80°F, the unit will deliver approximately
60°F air. This does not mean that your room will be
60°F. . . that all depends on the heat load in the
room.
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Can
I put the COOLIT2000 Series on my UPS?
Absolutely, as long
as the UPS is properly sized.
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Can
I plug into an extension cord?
We do not recommend
that you operate the COOLIT2000 Series using an extension
cord.
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Do
I need a dedicated circuit to run the COOLIT2000 Series?
The COOLIT2000 Series
is a mechanical device and could potentially put noise
onto the line when the compressor starts and stops.
A dedicated line is not required but would certainly
be recommended if your computer and electronic equipment
is not protected by a UPS or surge suppresser.
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What
other accessory items do I need for my application?
The COOLIT2000 Series
comes complete with the air discharge kit which contains
everything you need to duct out the condenser air.
The standard ducting kit allows you to duct the warm
air into the drop ceiling area, a return air duct
or through a wall.
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Who
can I get to install my COOLIT2000 Series?
The COOLIT2000 Seris
is designed for quick set-up. IF YOU CAN UNPACK
THE BOX, YOU CAN SET UP THE UNIT. Installation
requires no tools; accessory parts simply slide in
place or snap together. If you elect to use the optional
built-in condensate pump you may require the services
of a handyman or plumber, depending on the location
of your condensate drain line.
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Who
Has Purchased Portable Air Conditioners From AirPac
Inc?
Just a few companies
who depend on AirPac to cool their hot spots.
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