Ventamatic EC36D1 Manual - Manual (Page 7)

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two bolts hold the metal angle retaining bar and the cooling pads in place. Next, remove the angle retaining bar and set to
side. Now you are ready to remove your unit’s cooling pads.
7.2 Removing the cooling pads
Before your start, make a note of the direction of the angle of the pads flutes (see side
of pads). You must put pads back in correct order for your unit to function
effectively. (Note: Install steep side 45° angle flute to the back of unit.)
Once the retaining angle bar is removed from the top of your MaxxAir unit, reach to the
top of the dry cooling pad to the left and gently take hold of the top of the pad and gently
pull back and slightly down – this action will loosen the pad from the unit. Look at the
direction of the angle of the pad flutes (side of pads). Remove the cooling pad and proceed
to the next pad. Then, remove all five cooling pads and gently set in a safe place.
Note: this is a good time to take the cooling pads outside and run clean water over the pads to remove any accumulated dirt
and debris. Do not use high pressure hose – this will damage pads and their ability to function effectively. Make sure the
pads are thoroughly dry before placing back inside the unit. Full exposure to the sunlight is a good way to dry the pads
while helping remove mold and mildew.
7.3 Daily maintenance
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.
7.4 Periodic maintenance
Depending upon your environment and how often you operate your MaxxAir will depend on how dirty your water gets in
the reservoir and how often you will need to clean it. If you begin to detect an algae smell coming from your unit – it’s time
to flush your MaxxAir reservoir with fresh water. Refer to and follow the steps above in 7.2 and you will only need to
remove 1 or 2 of the cooling pads from the left side of the unit to gain access to your water reservoir. Take a small sponge
and clean out your water reservoir with a light cleaner and wipe it down completely and let the unit dry. (You may want to
use a wet / dry shop vacuum to clean out unit). When unit is clean add an Evap-O-Matic tablet – then replace your cooling
pads (make sure flutes are facing correct direction) retaining bar and bolts and add fresh, clean water back to the units’ water
reservoir. Note: Adding Evap-O-Matic helps to reduce algae, mold and mildew. You can order more tablets by calling
1.800.433.1626.
Note: You may want to remove most of water from water reservoir by attaching a garden hose to the drain valve and place
the end of the garden hose into a drain then, running pump until sump is dry – shutting off pump immediately.
Warning! Do not run pump without water in the reservoir. This action will burn up your MaxxAir’s water pump.