EAC210TS
Evaporative Air Cooler - Tower Design
Owner’s Manual
This owner’s manual provides
instructions on safe installation,
use, and maintenance.
Please read it carefully and
save it for reference.
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place to place
unplug the unit and right it. Allow the unit to dry for 24 hours
prior to operating it to minimize the risk of damaging the circuit
board.
• Do not fill with water above the “MAX” line
• When the unit has water in it, be careful when moving it from
• If the unit is tipped over while filled with water, immediately
• Do not put any foreign objects into the unit or water reservoir
• Clean the exterior of the unit with a soft cloth and a mild soapy
water solution only
becomes less robust, try cleaning the fabric water curtain and
pre-filter
airflow both into the rear of the unit and out of the front of the
unit
• If the unit becomes noisier as it gets older and/or the airflow
• Make sure the unit has adequate ventilation around it to ensure
• The unit will cool best in low ambient humidity situations
• Unplug the unit when not in use
unit
replace it
• Never allow unobserved children to play with or around the
• If the power cord is damaged, an authorized technician must
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Thank you for purchasing an EdgeStar tower air cooler. Rest assured
that all EdgeStar products are designed and manufactured to the highest
standards. We would like you to be able to fully utilize all features of
this portable air conditioner, so please take the time to read this owner’s
Thank you Suggestions
fan at all times
at 866-319-5473
• Strong airflow with a quiet motor
• Air purifying ionizer function
• Auto tower oscillation function
• Large water reservoir for extended cooling
• Built-in timer
• LED display
• Water pump with washable fabric water curtain
• Washable pre-filter
manual in full prior to using the unit.
Here are a few of the features of this appliance:
• Use this unit only on 110-115-120V, 60Hz electrical circuits
• View the rating label on the unit for power requirements
• Keep all fingers and other foreign objects clear of the internal
• Contact EdgeStar Service for all technical support and service
• Service by licensed technicians only
• Do not use flammable liquids or gases around the unit
• Designed for indoor use only
• Disconnect the unit prior to cleaning or service
• Please do not pull the cord to unplug the unit- pull on the plug
only
Warnings
• Ice packs (2)
• Remote control
• Owner’s manual and other literature
Included Accessories
Control Panel and Display
Note: the buttons on the remote control have the same functionality as those
• ON/OFF- this button turns the unit on or off
on the main control panel
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Components
12. Caster (unit has 4 casters)
1. Control panel
2. Display
3. Air outlet
4. Water level indicator
5. Power cord
6. Air inlet
7. Fabric water curtain
8. Pre-filter
11. Drain plug
9. Water port door
10. Water port
cleans the air that passes through the unit
packing/plastic bags, etc.
the unit.
desired settings
an appropriate place for drainage
require cleaning every two weeks to every two months or more.
The easiest way to clean the pre-filter is to vacuum it with a
brush attachment.
If the pre-filter is exceptionally dirty, you may remove it from
the unit (unplug the unit first) and wash it in a mild soap and
water solution. Rinse it thoroughly and allow it to dry
completely before reinstalling.
• -ION- this button toggles the ionizer on and off. The ionizer
• Carefully open the box(es) and take the unit out. Remove all
• Set the unit upright
• Plug the unit in
• Open the water port and fill the unit with water. Do not over-fill
• Close the water port door
• Turn the unit on with the ON/OFF button and select your
Unpacking and first using the unit
• If you ever need to drain the unit, first make sure the unit is in
• Remove the drain plug from the rear of the unit
• Allow the water to drain out
• Reinstall the drain plug
Note: the unit includes two ice boxes. To use them, fill them with water and
freeze them. Then put them into the unit’s water reservoir. You may use them
one at a time or concurrently.
Draining the unit
Cleaning
• Pre-filter- depending on the environment, the pre-filter may
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of the display increments up by 1. The digit in the display
• TIMER- each time this button is pressed, the digit in the middle
mountain, automatically shifts the airflow speeds
horizontal wavy lines, allows you to manually set the
airflow speed
o Normal/manual- this mode, represented by three
corresponds to the amount of time (in hours) that the unit will
run before shutting itself off. If you do not select a timer
setting, the unit will run continuously
cooling function. When the “COOLER/HUMIDIFIER” light on
the control panel is lit, the unit pumps water from its reservoir
over the fabric water curtain. As air is drawn past this water, the
endothermic effects of evaporation result in cooling
When the unit oscillates, the base remains still and the upper
part of the tower turns back and forth, directing airflow around
the room
settings for airflow. Note that when the unit is initially turned
on, it starts on medium speed and changes to low speed
automatically
three functions:
• COOLER/HUMIDIFIER- this button turns on or off the
• SWING- this button turns on or off the oscillation function.
• SPEED- this button adjust the speed. There are three speed
• MODE- this button toggles the airflow functions. There are
between the three settings
the Normal/manual mode, but the airflow speed
gradually decreases over a period of 1-2 hours, and the
unit eventually turns itself off. The higher the initial
airflow setting, the longer the unit runs before shutting
off, and the greater the different airflow speeds the unit
cycles through prior to shutting off
o Natural/variable- this mode, represented by a
o Sleep- this mode, represented by “ZZZ”, operates like
day from the date
st
of original purchase and ending one year from the date of original purchase.
During this time period, parts will be supplied free of charge, but labor
charges will apply.
All replacement parts and units will be new, remanufacturered, or
refurbished.
All products and components replaced by EdgeStar under warranty service
improper voltage or any other misuse, including abnormal service, handling,
or usage.
This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear on parts or replacement
of parts designed to be replaced, e.g. filters, etc.
This warranty does not cover service trips to deliver, pick-up, repair, or
install the product, or to instruct in proper usage of the product.
Damages or operating problems resulting from abuse, operation outside
environmental specifications, uses contrary to instructions provided in the
owner’s manual, accidents, vermin, fire, flood, improper installation,
unauthorized service, acts of God, unauthorized installation or modification,
or commercial use are excluded from warranty coverage.
This warranty does not cover labor incurred 91 days or more after the date of
original purchase.
This warranty does not cover use of EdgeStar products in commercial
settings. DESCRIPTION OF WARRANTY SERVICE:
All defective product components covered by this warranty will be repaired
or replaced, at EdgeStar’s option, free of charge on a mail-in basis to
EdgeStar’s authorized repair facility during the first 90 days from the date of
original purchase.
All defective product components covered by this warranty will be repaired
or replaced, at EdgeStar’s option, on a mail-in basis to EdgeStar’s authorized
repair facility during the time period beginning on the 91
become the property of EdgeStar.
OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE:
• Fabric water curtain- this should also be cleaned every two
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weeks to every two months, again depending upon the
environment. Unplug the unit, remove the pre-filter, and gently
remove the fabric water curtain (it should pull off the fastening
strips). Wash it in a mild soap and water solution. Rinse it
thoroughly and allow it to dry completely before reinstalling.
hard water deposits, unplug the unit, remove the water port
door and carefully clean the inside of the tank with a soft cloth
and a mild soap and water solution. Rinse out the solution and
drain the unit as best you can, but take care not to get any of the
unit’s electronics wet.
mild soap and water solution and a soft cloth. Dry the unit with
a soft cloth.
• Water tank- if the tank becomes dirty, mildewy, or acquires
• Exterior of the unit- unplug the unit. Carefully wash it with a
Limited Warranty
This EdgeStar product is warranted to be free from defective workmanship
and materials for the first year following the date of original purchase.
Replacement parts will be supplied free of charge for the first year following
the date of original purchase. Labor will be performed free of charge for the
first 90 days following the date of original purchase.
WHAT IS COVERED:
This warranty applies to the original purchaser only, and only covers defects
in workmanship experienced during operation of the product under normal
service, maintenance, and usage conditions. This warranty applies to the
purchase and use of this product in residential settings within the United
States of America. WHAT IS NOT COVERED:
The following limitations apply to the coverage of this warranty:
Optional accessories, attachments, and appearance items are excluded from
warranty coverage, as is shipping damage, and any damage caused by
Contact EdgeStar for troubleshooting assistance and warranty service
authorization at 1-866-319-5473. Please have your order receipt available to
confirm the date of purchase.
Once an EdgeStar authorized representative has confirmed that your product
is eligible for warranty service, the product must be returned to an EdgeStar
authorized repair facility.
The purchaser is solely responsible for prepaying all shipping related costs
to and from the repair facility.
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EdgeStar is not responsible for damage resulting from shipper mishandling
or improper packaging.
Do not return defective product to the place of purchase.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TO THE EXTENT ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY IS REQUIRED BY LAW, IT IS LIMITED IN DURATION
TO THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE. NEITHER THE
MANUFACTURER NOR ITS DISTRIBUTORS SHALL BE LIABLE FOR
ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR
PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION, LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS, OR ANY OTHER
DAMAGE WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR
OTHERWISE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES
YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS
THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
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