SEELEY INTERNATIONAL ILL863-A Portable Evaporative Cooler Owner’s Manual

SEELEY INTERNATIONAL ILL863-A Portable Evaporative Cooler

SAFETY

• Portable evaporative air cooler – important safety instructions
• Please read these instructions before assembling the cooler and keep for future reference.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

General Safety

• Not for outdoor use. May be used when attended in a covered patio, alfresco and external area not directly exposed to weather.
• Use only in the upright position on a flat level surface and at least 50cm from any objects.
• Clean the air inlets and outlets at regular intervals to prevent airflow reduction (refer Maintenance section).
• Do not place objects on the air cooler, or through the ventilating slots or restrict the air inlets & outlets.
• Closely supervise any children and pets when the air cooler is in use.
• Do not store or operate the appliance near any flammable substances.
• During operation, water is present in the bottom tank of the air cooler.
• Be careful when moving the unit to prevent water from spilling.
• Always switch your cooler off and unplug it before cleaning or maintenance.

Electrical
Safety Caution! before connecting the electrical power cord to a power outlet, check that the air cooler voltage is the same as your power supply (refer to the rating label located on the rear of the unit).

• Do not pull the unit along by the power cord or place the power cord near a source of heat. Always unroll the power cord completely before use.
• If the power supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer, a service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• Switch off and unplug when not in use.

COMPONENT LOCATION

KEY

• A Controls
• B Front grille
• C Water filling door
• D Water reservoir
• E Castors
• F Water level indicator
• G Front pillar (Millenia, Megacool)
• H Base
• I Rear panel retaining screws (2)
• J Rear panel
• K Power cord entry point
• L Reservoir drain plug
• M Rating label
• N Cord storage hooks
• O Rear pillar (Millenia, Megacool)

ASSEMBLY

CAUTION! – Check Voltage
Before connecting your electrical power cord to a power outlet, check that the cooler voltage is the same as your power supply. The cooler voltage will be stated on the rating label at the rear of the cooler (Fig 6).

To assemble the cooler
Push the four castors into their locating holes in the base. Use a rotating motion to assist in the entry of the steel spring ring (“*” Fig 7).

Millenia and Megacool only
Assemble the front and rear pillars and screw together. Place this assembly on the base and slide into position until it locks (Fig 8).

Place the reservoir of the cooler onto the front pillar as shown (Fig 9). Tilt downwards towards the rear until the reservoir locks onto the rear pillar. To remove the unit from the pillars, use a screwdriver in the two recesses in the rear of the reservoir to release the clips. Tilt the unit forward to remove.

Mastercool only
Place the reservoir onto the base and press down to engage the four clips in the base (Fig 10).
To remove the cooler from the base, tip it upside down and release the clips in the base. A screwdriver may be necessary.

How to get the best cooling performance
Place the cooler with its back near to an open window or door so it can draw in 100% fresh air.
Open another window or door on the opposite side of the room for “flow through” ventilation. This cooler will not cool properly in a closed room (Fig 11).

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Filling with water
Turn the cooler off before filling. Open the water filling door and pour in clean water (Fig 12).
The water capacity is 14 litres. The minimum amount of water needed for the pump to operate is 2 litres.
The cooler is full when the water level indicator is in the “FULL” position (Fig 13).
Do not overfill, as water will spill out of the cooler!

Note! The cooler and pump will not be damaged if operated without water.

Using the cooler
When this appliance is used as an air cooler, it should be filled with water and the cool knob turned to the “COOL” position (Fig 14).

Low fan speed (1) is selected for quietest operation (Fig 14).
High fan speed (3) is for maximum cooling (Fig 15).
Fan only (ventilation). This cooler may be used as a fan only. Set the cool knob to position “0” (Fig 15).

Conditioning of the aspen cooling pad
To get the best performance from your cooler, we recommend that when first used it is run with water for at least 10 minutes at the setting in Fig 16.
During this process the water becomes slightly yellow, and there is a natural smell of damp wood. This is normal.

Air direction control – Millenia / Mastercool
The cooler is provided with air guide vanes which can be adjusted as required to direct the air flow.
Millenia and Mastercool are adjusted manually by sliding the levers on the front panel (Fig 17).

Air direction control Megacool
Megacool has motor driven vanes that are switched on and off by the fan control switch on the control panel (Fig 18). Set the control to the “sweep / fan” speed setting to operate the sweep vanes (shown). Set to “fan” speed settings for fixed direction. There are no manual adjustment levers.

Safety instruction
As this cooler contains water, ensure it is moved carefully and is not tilted, as water may spill (Fig 19).

MAINTENANCE

Cleaning the cooler
Important! Always switch off and remove the electrical plug before cleaning and servicing the cooler.

To clean, wipe the cooler with a damp cloth and a little household detergent.
The rear panel can be removed to gain access to inside the cooler by removing the screws at the top of each side.
Pivot the panel backwards and lift off (Fig 20).

End of Season
At least once a year at the end of summer it is advisable to do some simple maintenance on your cooler to maintain its high efficiency. This involves cleaning the water system and the Aspen cooling pad.

To drain water
Drain the water from the cooler by moving the cooler to a drain and removing the drain plug located on the bottom of the tank. When the cooler is empty replace the plug in the tank (Fig 21).

Water strainer and aspen cooling pad
Clean the water strainer by removing any foreign matter. Wash the Aspen cooling pad with water while it is still in the rear panel. Replace the pad if it is worn or deteriorated.

Pump belt replacement
If a pump drive belt needs replacing, access can be gained by using a tool (screwdriver) to remove the small access door (Fig 22 – “A”).

Spare drain plug
Each cooler is supplied with a spare drain plug, located in the position shown (Fig 22 – “B” ).

TROUBLESHOOTING

SPARE PARTS LIST

When ordering spare parts, please specify the model / serial number and colour of your cooler.

EXPLODED VIEW

As the policy of this company is one of continuous improvement, all specifications are subject to change without notice.

WARRANTY

In this warranty
We or us means Seeley International Pty Ltd ABN 23 054 687 035, and our contact details are set out at the end of this warranty;
You means you, the original end-user purchaser of the Goods; and
Goods means the product, unit, appliance or equipment which was accompanied by this warranty and purchased from us in Australia for use in Australia.

Our Goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the Goods repaired or replaced if the Goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. In addition to any rights and remedies that You may have under the Australian Consumer Law or any other law, subject to the terms of this warranty, We provide the following warranty:

1. If, during the first 24 months from the date of first retail purchase (Warranty Period), the Goods upon examination prove defective by reason of improper workmanship or material, We will repair at our nearest service centre or replace (at our option), the product or any part thereof without charge. Should we deem in our absolute discretion to replace the Goods, we may substitute any similar good even if it is not on our current price/equipment list. Further, Goods presented for repair may be replaced by refurbished goods of the same type rather than being repaired. Refurbished parts may be used to repair the Goods.
2. We are under no obligation to repair or replace the Goods under clause 1 if the Goods have not been used only for personal, domestic or household purposes, or have not been operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions in the Owner’s Manual, or have been used outside Australia. The addition of any third party device or the removal or the alteration of any of our components will void this warranty. In addition, the warranty granted under clause 1 does not apply to:
   • Consumable components such as filters,
   • Adjustments necessary due to misuse of the cooler,
   • Normal user maintenance,
   • Setting of controls,
   • Transit damage, or Damage caused by user misuse, tampering, or failure to observe the care and special provisions in the instructions.
3. The warranty granted under clause 1 is limited to repair or replacement only. As far as the law permits, We will not be liable for any consequential loss suffered through, or resulting from, the non operation, or ineffective operation of the Goods. The warranty granted under clause 1 does not cover damage to the Goods or other loss resulting from acts of God.
4. We are not responsible in any way for any failure and/or inadequate performance of the Goods which arises from or is connected to the use in the Goods of non-genuine spare parts. We strongly recommend that only spare parts supplied or approved by us are used in the Goods.
5. No other person, firm or corporation is authorised by us to offer or give on our behalf any other or greater warranty than that given under this warranty. The benefits conferred by this warranty are in favour of You and any person deriving title to the Goods through or under such person and are intended to be separate from and additional to all other rights and remedies that they may have in law in respect of the Goods.
6. In order to claim under the warranty granted under clause 1 you must:
7. log a claim emailing warranty@seeleyinternational.com, include the product serial number, description of the fault and attach a copy of the original purchase invoice, within the Warranty Period; and
8. return the Goods by prepaid freight within the Warranty Period, together with i. the legible and unmodified proof of purchase, which clearly indicates your name and address, the date of purchase, the product and model name, product serial number, and ii. a copy of the completed Warranty Information page below. Please also provide your daytime telephone number.
9. This warranty is only valid and enforceable in Australia. that is it and reasonable, tyie ood are torna kind ordinary acquired for pers extent domestic or household use or consumption, your remedies associated with any failure or defect of the Product will be limited to:
10. the replacement of the Goods or the supply of equivalent goods;
11. the repair of the Goods;
12. the payment of the cost of replacing the Goods or of acquiring equivalent goods;
13. the payment of the cost of having the Goods repaired and subject to the terms and conditions included in this warranty.

PRIVACY NOTICE
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References

• Seeley International - World Leading Air Conditioners

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