Homedics PAC-30 Instruction Manual

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PAC-30

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WHEN USING ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED,
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

DANGER

• Always place the personal space cooler on an elevated flat, firm surface like a desk, table, or

• Always unplug the personal space cooler from the electrical outlet immediately after using and

• Always place the personal space cooler at least six (6) inches away from walls and three (3) feet

• Check your personal space cooler cord and plug connections. Faulty wall outlet connections or loose

• DO NOT reach for a unit that has fallen into water. Unplug it immediately.

• DO NOT use while bathing or in the shower.

• DO NOT place or store the unit where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.

• DO NOT place in or drop into water or other liquids.

• DO NOT use water above 86° Fahrenheit.

– TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:

countertop. A waterproof mat or pad is recommended for use under the personal space cooler.
Never place it on a rug or carpet, or directly on a finished floor or tabletop that may be damaged by
exposure to water or moisture.

before cleaning.

from heat sources such as stoves, radiators, or heaters.

plugs can cause the outlet or plug to overheat. Be sure the plug fits tightly in the outlet.

WARNING

• Close supervision is necessary when this unit is used by or near children, invalids, or disabled
persons.

• Use this unit only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not
recommended by HoMedics; specifically any attachments not provided with this unit. Any other use
not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

• NEVER drop or insert any object into any opening.

• DO NOT operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used, or where oxygen is being administered.

• This personal space cooler is not intended for use in bathroom, laundry areas and similar moist
indoor locations. Never place the personal space cooler where it may fall into a bathtub or other
water container.

• Do not tilt or move the personal space cooler while it is in operation. Shut off and remove plug
from outlet before moving.

• Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause
an electrical shock or fire, or damage the personal space cooler.

• To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on any soft
surface, like a bed, where openings may become blocked.

• Always hold the personal space cooler firmly by the bottom of the unit with both hands when carrying.

• Do not operate the unit without the cooling media.

– TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS:

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• NEVER use the personal space cooler in an environment where explosive gases are present.

• NEVER operate the appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it
has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the appliance to a HoMedics Service
Center for examination and repair.

• Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.

• Always unplug the unit when filling or moving the unit.

• Ensure that your hands are dry when operating the controls or removing the plug.

• DO NOT carry this unit by the power cord or use the power cord as a handle.

• To disconnect, turn all controls to the “off” position, then remove the plug from the outlet.

• DO NOT use outdoors. For indoor use only.

• Caution: All servicing of this personal space cooler must be performed by authorized HoMedics
service personnel only.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION

• Never cover the unit while it is operating.

• Always keep the cord away from high temperature and fire.

• If the cord sustains damage, you must stop using this product immediately and contact HoMedics

• Perform regular maintenance and cleaning of the personal space cooler water reservoir and cooling

• Never use detergent to clean the cooling media

• Never clean the cooling media and/or the personal space cooler water reservoir by scraping with a

• Do not attempt to adjust or repair the unit. Servicing must be performed by professional or

• Stop using this unit if there is an unusual noise or smell.

• Unplug this unit when not in use for a long period of time.

• Do not touch the water or any parts of the unit that are covered by water while the unit is on or

• Never operate without water in the tank.

• Only use water in the tank.

• Never use any additive to the water.

• Do not wash, adjust, or move this unit without first unplugging it from the electrical outlet.

• Keep this unit out of reach of children. Do not allow children to use this unit without supervision.

• This unit is designed for personal, non-professional use only.

• This product is intended for household use only.

– PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING.

consumer relations (see Warranty section for consumer relations contact information).

media.

hard object.

qualified personnel.

plugged in.

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UNIQUE FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS

INDOOR PERSONAL SPACE COOLING

This HoMedics MyChill™ Indoor Personal Space Cooler Plus is designed to reduce the temperature up to
12°F and has a relaxing cooling effect up to 6-FT from the front of the unit. The cooling effect increases
as the relative humidity decreases. The dryer the surrounding air, the more cooling you get. The higher
the relative humidity, the less cooling you get. The personal space cooler is most effective when used in
warmer and less humid indoor conditions where the humidity is less than 60%.

It is designed for use in the office, dorm room, bedside, kitchen, or anywhere you want to cool your indoor
personal space.

HoMedics MyChill™ Indoor Personal Space Cooler Plus provides natural and efficient cooling, has low
power consumption, no compressor, and does not use any ozone depleting refrigerants.

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POWER ADAPTER

CONTROL PANEL
(Detail Below)

ADJUSTABLE VENT

TOP COVER

TANK CAP

WATER TANK

COOLING MEDIA

WATER RESERVOIR

REPLACE

COOLING MEDIA

INDICATOR

REFILL INDICATOR

COOLING MEDIA

RESET BUTTON

POWER

BUTTON

LOW / MED / HIGH

SPEED INDICATORS

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HOW TO FILL

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CAUTION: Before filling the unit with water, unplug the Power Adapter from the wall and from the unit.
NOTE: Always use two hands to carry the unit.

PERSONAL SPACE COOLER LOCATION

Place the Personal Space Cooler Plus in the desired location prior to filling with water. The front of the unit
should be located within 6-FT of the desired personal cooling zone. We recommend placing a waterproof
pad under the unit.

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1. Be sure the Cooling Media is
positioned with the “V-shaped”
vents facing upward. Never operate

2. Remove the water tank and turn the
tank upside down – remove the tank
cap by turning it counter-clockwise.

the unit without the cooling media.

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3. Fill the water tank with clean, cool
(not cold) water. We recommend
using distilled water if you live in

4. Replace the tank cap by turning
clockwise until tight. Do not
overtighten.

a hard water area. Never use any

additive or place essential oils into
the water. Even a few drops will
damage the unit.

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HOW TO FILL

5. Place the tank into the MyChill
cavity, making sure the tank is
firmly seated. Water will begin to
transfer into the water reservoir.

7. Adjust the front vents up or down to
direct the airflow as desired.

6. Once the water stops emptying into the
water reservoir, remove the water tank
and repeat steps 2-5 to fully fill the
water tank and reservoir.

8. Your personal space cooler is
ready for use.

LOW WATER INDICATOR

This unit is equipped with a low water Refill Indicator. It will flash Red indicating the water tank needs to
be refilled. The pump will automatically turn off while the fan continues to run. At this time, please turn
the unit off and unplug it to refill the tank. Once a full tank is placed in the unit and the unit is turned
back on the low water indicator is reset and the pump is turned on.

The Personal Space Cooler is equipped with a safety device that automatically shuts the unit off when the
Top Cover is removed from the water reservoir.

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HOW TO USE

REFILL INDICATOR

REPLACE

COOLING MEDIA

INDICATOR

COOLING MEDIA

RESET BUTTON

POWER

BUTTON

LOW / MED / HIGH

SPEED INDICATORS

POWER

Plug the Power Adapter into the back of the unit and the other end into a 120 volt AC electrical outlet.
Press the POWER

button to turn the unit ON.

SPEED ADJUSTMENT

When the unit is powered ON the default speed will be LOW, and one Blue LED to the right of the POWER
button will illuminate. To increase the speed, press the POWER button a second time. The speed will
change to MEDIUM and 2 Blue LED lights will illuminate. Press the POWER button a third time to turn
the unit to HIGH speed. All three Blue LED lights will illuminate. Press the POWER button a fourth time
to turn the unit OFF.

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CLEANING AND CARE

CAUTION: Before cleaning the unit, turn power off and unplug the Power Adapter from the wall and from
the unit.

TO CLEAN THE TANK AND RESERVOIR

Remove the water tank from the personal space cooler by lifting it
from the main unit. Unscrew the tank cap and rinse inside the tank
with clean water.
Every Day: Empty, rinse and dry the tank, tank cap and water
reservoir before refilling.
Every Week: To remove any scale or build up, use a 50/50 mixture
of white vinegar and lukewarm water to clean the inside of the tank.

TO CLEAN THE COOLING MEDIA

Every Day: Rinse with clean water daily.

TO CLEAN THE PUMP FILTER

Brush clean with a soft brush (not included) as needed.
Never run water over the pump filter.

TO CLEAN THE SURFACE

Clean the surface of the unit with a clean damp soft cloth as often
as needed. Never use detergents, excess water, treated cloths,

harsh cleaning agents or sprays.

Storing your personal space cooler: Clean the Tank and Water

Reservoir with a 50/50 mixture of white vinegar and water. Wipe
the underside of the Top Cover with a soft, damp, cloth. Rinse the
Cooling Media with water and allow to air dry. Be sure to rinse
thoroughly and let all parts dry completely before packing in the
original carton and store in a cool, dry location.

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REPLACING THE COOLING MEDIA

Replace the Cooling Media seasonally or after 540 hours of use for optimal performance. The MyChill
Personal Space Cooler Plus is equipped with a Replace Cooling Media LED that illuminates Red after 540
hours of use indicating the cooling media needs to be replaced.

To purchase genuine HoMedics replacement cooling media, Model # PAC-30CM, go to your retailer where
you purchased your MyChill Personal Space Cooler Plus, or visit www.homedics.com.

NOTE: If you live in an area with hard water, it may need to be replaced more frequently. In these
instances, you will notice mineral build-up on the cooling media that over time may restrict air flow.

1. Unplug the Power Adaptor from the
wall and from the unit. Remove the
water tank from the top housing.

3. Remove the old Cooling Media and
discard.

2. Gently lift and remove the Top Cover
from the Personal Space Cooler. Pour
out any excess water remaining in the
Water Reservoir.

4. Set the new Cooling Media in
place. Be sure the Cooling Media
is positioned with the “V-shaped”
vents upward.

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REPLACING THE COOLING MEDIA

COOLING MEDIA

RESET BUTTON

5. Replace the Top Cover onto the
water reservoir.

7. Plug the Power Adaptor into the back
of the unit and the other end into a
120 volt AC electrical outlet to resume
operation.

6. Refill the Water Tank and
Reservoir as described in the
“How to Fill” section.

8. Turn the unit on, then press and
hold the Cooling Media Reset
Button for 5 seconds. The LED
will flash to indicate the Replace
Cooling Media Timer has been
reset.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

No Power • Unit is not plugged in

• No power at unit

• Top cover not seated properly

Peculiar Odor

Discoloration of water in the
reservoir

Mineral build-up on cooling
media

Not cooling • Out of water

• Cooling media is new

• Unit may have a dirty tank,

water reservoir, or cooling
media

• Water in tank or reservoir

may be old

• New cooling media • Discoloration will dissipate

• Hard water used • Use distilled water

• Plug unit in

• Press the Power Button to turn
the unit on

• Check circuits and fuses
or try a different outlet

• Remove top cover and re-seat

• The cooling media may emit a
slight odor which will dissipate
after a few days

Follow instructions described in

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the Cleaning and Care Section

after a few days of operation

• Refill water tank

Replace cooling media LED
is illuminated after media
replacement

• Outside of recommended
cooling zone

• Cooler ambient temperature
and /or high humidity
conditions

• Pump filter clogged

• Cooling media reset button
not activated

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• Use within 6-FT of the unit’s
front grill

• Use in warmer and / or less
humid conditions

• Clean pump filter as instructed
in the Cleaning and Care
Section

• Press and hold the cooling
media reset button for
5-seconds until the LED
flashes

FCC STATEMENT

For Adapter Only

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized
modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user authority to operate the
equipment.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off an on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.