1 18” quietcool portable evaporative cooler owner’s manual this manual covers the qc18dvs quietcool portable evaporative cooler. Qc18dvs – quietcool 18” direct drive variable speed with deep base (shown) qc18d3 – quietcool 18” direct drive 3 speed with deep base optional cover for storage protection...
2 file this owner’s manual in a safe place for future reference. It contains operating procedures – maintenance procedures – trouble shooting guide – replacement parts guide – order form – and contact information. You will need this! Warnings and cautions read before operating quietcool portable eva...
3 table of contents 1.0 introduction 1.1 quick start 1.2 operate unit for 2 weeks before adding evap-o-matic tablets 2.0 how evaporative cooling works 3.0 unpacking your new quietcool unit 4.0 set-up your quietcool unit 4.1 connecting the electrical supply 4.2 connecting the water supply 5.0 operati...
4 1.0 introduction your quietcool was engineered to be the most efficient portable evaporative cooler manufactured. It was manufactured and assembled at our plant in houston, texas. Your quietcool was tested 3 ways. Your unit was tested for 1. Maximum air flow at operating static pressure. Only quie...
5 all quietcool models require regular 3 prongs, ground with 120 volt power supply. Plug electrical cord into receptacle. If using an extension cord be sure it is rated for at least 20 amps for the distance your cord is running. To be safe – make sure no other equipment, such as a radio or electrica...
6 once your cooling pads are saturated with water – you may turn your quietcool unit on high. Now you can begin to feel the quietcool difference in temperature. After your quietcool has run for 5 minutes or so, visually inspect the pads – if water is dripping outside the unit – gently adjust pads at...
7 15 minutes before quitting time – turn off the water pump and let the fan run 10 – 15 minutes – to dry out the cooling pads before leaving. Inspect the cooling pads to make sure they are thoroughly dry (this action helps to reduce mold and mildew) when pads are completely dry then turn-off fan. 7....
8 b. After normal use . . . 4. No water running over the pads . . . 5. Scale build-up on cooling pads. Water quality – check your immediate environment. Water supply off at main valve source. Pump switch is off. Water filter may be clogged. Hard water with excessive mineral content. Water should be ...
9 9.0 accessories qcg1001 – water stabilizer for 18” unit. The water stabilizer removes harmful calcium, scale build-up and algae by keeping it from collecting anywhere within your unit. The calcium and scale is flushed out of your unit when you flush out the sump – extending the life of your coolin...
10 10.0 replacement parts all accessories / replacement parts are obtainable through your local quietcool distributor. Should a part be temporarily out of stock at your distributor he can special order it for you. You can contact the manufacturer, quietaire cooling inc. Directly at: telephone: 713.2...
11 fax back order form accessories and replacement parts for all qc18” fan blade models. For all motors, pulleys, belts, switches and fan blades call quietaire at 713.228.9421. Accessories description part number quantity amount price intake pre-filter – protects cooling pads from air-borne particle...
12 12.0 wiring diagrams for 18” unit.
13 13.0 warranty warranty warranty and disclaimer: quietaire cooling extends this limited warranty to the original buyer and warrants that products manufactured by quietaire cooling shall be free from original defects in workmanship and material for one year from date of shipment, provided same have...
