MasterCool MCP, MCP44E, MCP4 Operating Manual

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING MANUAL

MANUAL DE INSTALACIÓN Y FUNCIONAMIENTO

with

MCP SERIES

MCP44, MCP44E & MCP59

con Funciones de Control Mejoradas

SLIM-LINE

EVAPORATIVE
WINDOW COOLER

LÍNEA DELGADA ENFRIADOR DE VENTANA

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Enhanced Control Features

Serial number / Número de serie:

72968 -201

MasterCool® MCP Series Evaporative Window Cooler

Installation and Operating Manual

Congratulations on your purchase of the MasterCool® MCP Series plastic evaporative cooler. This unit is manufactured with
the intent of offering you years of reliable, ef¿ cient cooling.

NOTE: READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING THE COOLER. Follow the installation instructions in
this manual carefully. Varying from them may create safety concerns and will void the warranty.

Safety Instructions

1. Use only with 110V 60 Hz single phase grounded outlet.

2. Ensure cooler is turned OFF and UNPLUGGED before installing, servicing or cleaning the unit.
3 . Do not operate unit with damaged cord or plug, or with any other damaged or missing parts.
4 . Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings.

Do not route cord under furniture or appliances. Arrange cord away from traf¿ c area and where it will
not be tripped over.

5. Do not operate cooler with the rear media guard removed.

6. Do not use an extension cord to operate cooler.

7. Do not use an adapter to convert the three pin connector for use in an ungrounded 2 prong outlet.

8. Do not use with a solid state speed control device. Violation of this could cause ¿ re or electrical shock.

9. Do not alter or modify this cooler.

10. Repairs or replacement of electrical components should only be carried out by quali¿ ed electricians.

11. Do not allow children to install, service, or operate the cooler.

12. This fan cannot be used as an exhaust fan in a kitchen, and must be a minimum of 3 feet from open À ame.

Table of Contents

Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................................................................2

Note About Evaporative Coolers .................................................................................................................................... 3

Features of the MasterCool

Installation Procedures .................................................................................................................................................. 4

Cooler Assembly ................................................................................................................................................... 4

Installation in Window ............................................................................................................................................4

Installation in Wall .................................................................................................................................................. 5

Water Connections ......................................................................................................................................................... 6

Water Pump ............................................................................................................................................................. 6

Water Line Connections .......................................................................................................................................... 6

OverÀ ow Drain ........................................................................................................................................................ 7

Water Level ............................................................................................................................................................. 7

Electrical System ............................................................................................................................................................ 7

Operating Instructions .................................................................................................................................................... 8

Optional Installations / Accessories ................................................................................................................................ 8

Optional Purge Pump .............................................................................................................................................. 8

Programming Purge Pump .............................................................................................................................. 9

Optional MasterLink

Optional Plug-in Thermostat Usage ........................................................................................................................9

Servicing Instructions .....................................................................................................................................................10

Annual Maintenance ...............................................................................................................................................10

Winterization ..........................................................................................................................................................12

Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................................................................12

Cooler Diagram and Parts List ......................................................................................................................................13

Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................................14

Español Manual… ..........................................................................................................................................................15

®

MCP Series Window Cooler ........................................................................................... 3

TM

Thermostat / Remote ...........................................................................................................9

2

NOTE: Evaporative coolers

WILL NOT

work in a Closed Room

EXHAUST

NOTE ABOUT EVAPORATIVE COOLERS

For this cooler to effectively cool

a whole house there must be open

windows or doors in each room

where cooling is desired.

EXHAUST

Door or window should
be open 4 to 6 inches

NOTE: Evaporative coolers

Water bleed or purge:

Evaporative Coolers require a continuous supply of water
to keep the media saturated for maximum cooling. Water
pumped into the cooler must be removed from the unit to
ensure mineral and bacteria build-up do not occur. This can
occur with a gravity-fed steady bleed off stream or a timed
purge system via a pump. A purge pump kit (MCP44-PPK)
is available at www.championcooler.com or at 800.643.8341
to order. See pages 8 and 9 for more details on purge pump
operation.

WILL NOT

work in a Closed Room

Ventilation:

Unlike traditional air conditioners, evaporative coolers require
an open ventilation system, not a closed system. Both a fresh
air source and an exhaust opening are required to provide
correct air À ow. Typically, a partially opened window or door in
each room where cooling is desired will create correct airÀ ow
for optimum effectiveness of an evaporative cooler. Alternately,
attic ventilation ducts such as UP-DUX
p

rovide sufficient air movement without requiring open window

NOTE: For best results, open windows/doors should
not be on the windward side on the house.

CAUTION: Water expelled from the cooler must be
routed away from any areas that could do damage to
foundations or other vulnerable areas.

NOTE: Drawings in this manual are for illustrative
purposes only and may reÀ ect slight differences
depending on design level and con¿ guration.

®

can be installed to

s.

FEATURES OF THE MASTERCOOL® MCP SERIES WINDOW

FAN HOUSING
WITH REMOVABLE
FASCIA

FAN MOTOR

FLOAT

WATER PUMP

COOLER

WATER DISTRIBUTION TRAY

EXTERIOR PORTION
MEDIA GUARD

This cooler’s housing and frame are made of heavy-duty
Ultra-Violet resistant plastic to provide a light weight, easily in­stallable cooler. The unit is constructed in two basic sections
to facilitate quick installation into traditional sash windows or
slider windows.

The high-ef¿ ciency rigid media offers superior cooling over
other types of evaporative coolers.

NOTE: Before installing
unit, take a moment to
record the serial number
and write it on the manual
cover in the space pro­vided.

3

SERIAL NUMBER
ON RIGHT HAND
SIDE OF UNIT.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURES

WARNING: Do not connect electrical power to the unit
until the installation is completed.

The MasterCool MCP Series cooler can be installed in a
sash-style or a slider- style window.

Alternatively, this unit is approved for in-wall installations.
In all installations, the following clearances are required:

Width: 22”; Height: 22” ; 4” clearance above the exterior
cabinet is needed for maintenance.

Parts Included:

• Cooler Unit

• Mounting brackets (4)

• Accordion spacers (2) Hardware kit

Tools & Materials Required:

• Drill (power or cordless)

• Assorted drill bits (for drilling pilot holes for mounting
hardware)

• Adjustable Wrench

• Phillips Head Screwdriver

• Silicone or all-weather caulk for sealing in¿ ll panel to
window frame

• Length of ¼” copper or plastic tubing

• Sill-cock valve

• Bubble level

• Spacer material (as required)

OPEN UNIT UP SECURE FAN HOUSING

Cooler Assembly

1. Remove unit from box. Verify that all parts are included.

2. Remove all packing materials.

CALL 1-800-643-8341 IF YOU FIND PARTS

MISSING OR HAVE ANY QUESTIONS

3. With the unit in an upright position, remove 4 screws
holding the back media guard, and separate the front and
back sections. Pull the fan assembly forward (about 6”)
until it is fully engaged with the mating part and secure in
place using the 12 supplied screws.

4. Verify that assembly is secure to prevent vibration be­tween the two sections.

NOTE: Ensure the location selected for installing the
unit is strong enough to support the unit and will ac­cept the mounting hardware. The operating weight of
the cooler is 93 pounds.

NOTE:
installation.

A minimum of two people is required for

3. PULL BACK GUARD
AWAY FROM UNIT

1. REMOVE 4 SCREWS FROM
BACK MEDIA GUARD

2. PUSH UP ON BACK GUARD

Installation in Window

1. Remove screen (as needed) and make sure window is
opened to its maximum height. From the exterior of the
window, slide the fan assembly section into the window.
Have the person on the interior adjust the exact place­ment of the unit for aesthetics and correct lengths of the

two accordion spacers (included).

Note: After identifying the position for installation,
place a bubble level on top of the unit and make ad­justments to ensure the unit will be level when instal­lation is complete. It is recommended to verify unit is
level at various points during installation.

EXTEND HOUSING AND

ATTACH IT TO

COOLER BODY FRONT

WITH 12 SCREWS

3. From the interior, locate
the two tracks on the
bottom of the fan assem­bly. Drill pilot holes as
necessary and install the
two window sill brackets
as shown in illustration on
following page.

2. Closing the window may help hold the unit in place during
the following steps – Push the unit into the window until
the bottom is À ush with the outside wall or spacer (not
supplied) as shown in the illustration.

4

Installation in Window (continued)

4" MINIMUM

SCREWS

SPACER TO ENSURE

FLUSH/SQUARE

INSTALLATION

(NOT SUPPLIED)

2 PLACES - MINIMUM 14" APART

WINDOW

WINDOW

SCREW

WINDOW SILL BRACKET

WINDOW SILL

4. Secure the top of the fan housing to the window frame
with two additional brackets and screws.

5. From the outside, secure the unit to the exterior wall (or
spacer) with two screws at the base of the back cover
(as shown in illustration.) Complete the installation of
the exterior portion with two screws at the top of the back
media guard.

SCREWS

WINDOW SILL

OPTIONAL MOUNTING

6.

With the unit now installed in the window, attach one ac
accordion spacer to each side of the fan assembly using
the adhesive backed edges. Short screws(not included)
can be used for a more secure installation. (Make sure
screws do not interfere with fan blade.)

7. Once accordion spacers are installed, seal any gaps
around the units with silicone or all weather caulk (not
supplied).

Installation in Wall

This cooler is approved for in-wall installation. Contact a licensed contractor to have the cooler installed in an outside wall.

5

"

33

/

8

215/

8

"

215/

8

"

1

"

/

8

46

FRONT VIEW

12

9 3/

33 5/

8

"

4

"

5

3

/

8

"

10

/

16

"

19 13/

16

"

21 5/

8

"

TOP VIEW

SPACER TO ENSURE

FLUSH/SQUARE

(NOT SUPPLIED)

4" MINIMUM

SCREWS

INSTALLATION

SCREW

SCREWS

SILL BRACKET

SILL PLATE

5

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WATER CONNECTIONS

Steady water supply is required for operation of the cooler. If taking
water from an external faucet, there are two options for attaching
water to the cooler.

Option 1:
Using a standard water hose to supply water:

1. Remove the nut and ferrule that secures the À oat ¿ tting in the
unit at the attach point.

2. Take the brass ¿ tting enclosed in the parts bag and attach
one end to the À oat valve and the other end to the water hose.

Option 2:
Install a sill-cock onto faucet to facilitate a dedicated water line to

the cooler.

SCREWS
DIRECTLY
ONTO END OF
WATER HOSE

SCREWS DIRECTLY
ONTO FLOAT VALVE

1. Install a standard sill-cock (locally available) with water
valve onto the faucet and connect the water supply to the
cooler.

2. Install plastic or copper line to sill-cock and connect it to the
À oat valve.

FLOAT VALVE
WATER LINE
ATTACH POIN

Water Pump

A self-contained water pump continuously circulates water through the
water distribution system and over the media.
The pump and water lines are shipped disconnected.

MAIN

WATER

LINE

JUNCTION

PUMP

(STRAINER NETTING

NOT SHOWN

OVERFLOW
DRAIN
FITTING

REMOVE NIPPLE FROM
TUBE BEFORE FEEDING
IT INTO DRAIN OVERFLOW.

REINSTALL NIPPLE INTO
OVERFLOW LINE
(AFTER
INSERTING
LINE THROUGH
OVERFLOW
FITTING)

PUMP
INLET

FOR CLARITY)

SHUT OFF VALVE

PLASTIC OR
COPPER LINE
TO COOLER

STD. HOSE CONNECTION

SILL-COCK

Water Line Connections

1. Locate the black water line snapped into plastic
keepers inside the unit.

2. Attach the bottom end of the main water line to the
pump inlet.

3. Remove the nipple inserted into the end of the
overÀ ow line. Push overÀ ow hose into one of the
slots in the sides of the overÀ ow drain ¿ tting.

4. Reinsert the nipple into the overÀ ow line.

5. Attach the top of the hose to the water distribution
tray.

6. Ensure there are no kinks in the water lines after
completion.

NIPPLE

6

WATER CONNECTIONS (CONT’D)

OverÀ ow Drain

1. Slide the rubber washer over the overÀ ow ¿ tting and push
through the hole in the bottom of the cooler from the top
side.

2. Secure the drain from beneath the pan with the Lock Nut.

3. Make sure the rubber washer does not twist while tighten­ing, which could cause it to leak. DO NOT OVER TIGHT­EN.

LOCATION
OF DRAIN

4. If leakage occurs after reservoir is full, re-tighten the over­À ow ¿ tting until leaking stops. A small amount of silicone
caulk may be used if necessary.

tach a drain hose to the bottom of the ¿ tting if neces-

5. At
sary.

Water Level

Two inches of water should be maintained in the bottom of
the cooler to ensure suf¿ cient water for correct operation of
the cooler.

2˝

WATER LEVEL

The À oat is factory-installed to maintain a 2 inch level of
water, but may require adjustment if shipping or installation
has caused the setting to shift.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The electrical system does not require general maintenance. The following wiring diagram is supplied for reference only.

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF MCP SERIES COOLERS

MCP Series Fan Motor 120 V, 2.8 amps Main Pump 120 V; 0.9 amps
If optional Purge Pump is installed Additional 0.9 amps

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

The MCP Series of Coolers has an electronic touch control panel in the
upper right hand corner.

Before turning unit on, ensure unit is plugged in, water supply to pump is
on, and there is correct ventilation, as shown on page 3 of this manual.

Note:
The MCP series coolers is controlled by the 3 buttons on
the front panel of the cooler or with the remote control

.

Purge Pump
Programming
Indicator lights

Fan Speed Indicator Lights

FAN

HI

M

ED LO

POWER

On/Off

This button initiates power to the unit. When ¿ rst plugged, pressing ON/
OFF and will start the unit in the default setting (pump ON and Fan on
HIGH). After its initial use, the last operating settings (for fan and pump)
will be reinstated when the unit is turned on again.

Pressing this button when the unit is already running will turn both fan and pump off.
After A Power Failure: Once power is restored, the unit will restart in the same settings as before power was lost.

PUMP

Pump Power Indicator

Pump

This button toggles the pump on and off. When the LED is lit, the pump is running.
The pump must be on while operating the fan for the unit to operate as an evaporative cooler, though the unit can be

used in fan mode without the pump, if desired.
Note: For best results turn on the pump for a few minutes to wet the pads

before operating the fan.

Fan

Pressing the fan button cycles the unit from HIGH, to MEDIUM to LOW
speeds and then OFF.

Please Note: There is a two second delay from the pressing of the button
for the fan to engage or change speeds. This applies to the front control
panel and the remote control.

ON

PUMP

FAN

Unit Power ON/OFF
Pump ON/OFF
Fan Speed (1-3)

Remote Control

The remote control supplied with this cooler allows you to turn the unit
on or off, control fan speed and initiate the pump. The buttons operate
i

n the same manner as those on the front control panel.

The remote control’s range is approximately 20 feet within sight
of the cooler. It uses two AA alkaline batteries (included). A wall
mountable holder is also supplied with the remote.

OPTIONAL INSTALLATIONS/ ACCESSORIES

Optional Purge Pump

In addition to the standard water pump to recirculate water
from the reservoir, a purge pump can be installed to evacuate
the contents of the reservoir on a scheduled basis.
reduce bacterial growth and mineral buildup on the media, extend­ing its life.

It also maintains fresher air in the home.

The use of the purge pump saves water and is actually more
economical, than continual bleed. The purge pump kit (P/N
MCP44-PPK) for this unit may be purchased locally or online
at www.championcooler, or by phone at 1.800.643.8341.

This helps

Purge Pump Discharge: The water ejected at the time of
purging will be expelled at a high rate of speed, and must
be routed away from the foundation of the home or other
areas where rushing water could do damage.

1. Attach a standard water hose to the overÀ ow drain to

direct the water away from the house.

NOTE: This water is not potable, but can be used for wa­tering vegetable or À ower gardens.

8

P

OPTIONAL INSTALLATIONS / ACCESSORIES (CON’T)

PROGRAMMING PURGE PUMP

NOTE: When in Purge Set Up Mode, you will not affect the fan speed or main water pump operation.

Once a purge pump has been installed and plugged
into the cooler, the purging cycle can be programmed
from the control panel:

The default setting for the purge pump is 1 minute of
purge every 24 hours. This setting can be changed to
increase interval and duration of purges as needed.

order to enter the programming

In
mode of the control panel hold
down the PUMP touch point for
¿ ve (5) seconds.

At this point the Purge Interval

PRESS AND
HOLD 5
SECONDS

PUM

FAN

can be set. Four lights on the

HI

M

left side illuminate.

purge every 24 hours.

one

This indicates

POWER

ED LO

PUMP

To change the number of hours between purges,
press PUMP again until the desired schedule is select­ed. The options for purge interval are 24,12, 8 and 6
hours. The lights decrease by one each time the Pump
button is pressed. Note the legend of intervals listed
below.

NOTE: Depending on the amount of minerals in
the local water, it may be advantageous to in­crease the purges to extend the life of the media
and the unit.

After the number of hours in the Purge Interval has
been set, you may select the duration of the purge.
Options are from 1 to 4 minutes that the water will be
expelled.

Press the FAN touch point
to enter the Purge Duration
setting feature.

PRESS TO
SET PURGE
DURATION

FAN

The four lights on the left side

POWER

FAN

HI

M

ED LO

PUMP

,

will begin blinking indicating 4
minutes of purging. Press the
PUMP touch point to change
the setting from 4 to 3 minutes,
then 2 or 1 minute duration.
To save and exit the Duration portion of the programming
press and hold the FAN touch point for 5 seconds.

NOTE: If no touch-point is pressed within 10 sec­onds, the program will automatically exit the set up
mode and retain previous settings.

4 LIGHTS = EVERY 24 HOURS

3 LIGHTS = EVERY 12 HOURS

2 LIGHTS = EVERY 8 HOURS

1 LIGHT = EVERY 6 HOURS

Optional MasterLink

TM

Thermostat

(Available in 2017)

MasterCool® MCP Series coolers
manufactured with the
logo on the control panel will be
compatible with the MasterLink
Thermostat, sold separately. The
thermostat will have a smart phone
app that allows wireless control over
the cooler. This thermostat controls
standard and advanced features,
such as purge pump control and
timer function.

Refer to the MasterLink

TM

owner’s manual for instructions on
how to control and program the MCP
Series coolers using this item.

TM

Thermostat

POWER

Fan

Pump

Mode

HI

FAN

M

ED LO

PUMP

Timer

4 LIGHTS BLINKING = 4 MINUTES

3 LIGHTS BLINKING = 3 MINUTES

2 LIGHTS BLINKING = 2 MINUTES

1 LIGHT BLINKING = 1 MINUTE

Optional Plug-In Thermostat Usage

The MCP Series also can be con­trolled by a plug-in programmable
thermostat, such as the LUX brand
WIN 100. These thermostats
are locally available, and enable
precise timing and temperature
control
that plugs into a 110 volt outlet. To
use such a device with the MCP
series cooler, follow the instructions
for the speci¿ c thermostat and plug
the cooler into the outlet on the
thermostat.

NOTE: Illustration is for reference
only, models and features vary by
model and manufacturer.

via an electronic thermostat

POWER

HI

FAN

M

ED LO

PUMP

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