MasterCool MCP44(C), MCP59 Operating Manual
72968-R11.16
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 off ering you years of reliable, effi 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 traffi 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 fi 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 qualifi 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 fl ame.
Table of Contents
Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................................................................ 2
Note About Evaporative Coolers .................................................................................................................................... 3
Features of the MasterCool
Before Installing ............................................................................................................................................................. 4
Required Clearances/specifi cations .............................................................................................................................. 4
Cooler Assembly ........................................................................................................................................................... 4
Installation Procedures
Installation in Window ............................................................................................................................................... 5
Installation in Wall ..................................................................................................................................................... 5
Water Connections ......................................................................................................................................................... 6
Water Pump .............................................................................................................................................................. 6
Overfl ow Drain ......................................................................................................................................................... 6
Float Connection ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
Water Source Connection ......................................................................................................................................... 6
Option 1 ................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Option 2 ................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Closing up Cooler........................................................................................................................................................... 7
Electrical System ............................................................................................................................................................ 7
Operating Instructions .................................................................................................................................................... 7
Optional Installations / Accessories ................................................................................................................................ 8
Optional Purge Pump ................................................................................................................................................ 8
Programming Purge Pump ...................................................................................................................................... 9
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
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MCP Series Window Cooler ........................................................................................... 3
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BEFORE INSTALLING
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.
REQUIRED CLEARANCES/ SPECIFICATIONS:
In all installations, the following clearances are required:
• Width: 22”
• Height: 22” PLUS: 4” additional space required above
exterior of cabinet for maintenance.
• Weight: 93 lbs operating weight.
Tools & Materials Required: (Not supplied)
• 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 closeout panels
to window frame
• Bubble level ( 3 foot level is preferred)
• Spacer material (as required)
Water connection Option 1
• Standard water hose
Water connection Option 2
• Sill-cock valve
• Length of ¼” copper or plastic tubing
Cooler Assembly
1. Remove unit from box. Verify that all parts are included.
2. Remove all packing materials, as shown below.
Parts
CALL 1-800-643-8341 IF YOU FIND PARTS
MISSING OR HAVE ANY QUESTIONS.If If
CALL 1-800-643-8341 IF YOU FIND PARTS
MISSING OR HAVE ANY QUESTIONS.
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WATER CONNECTIONS
(see illustrations at right)
The cooler operates by water being pumped from the bottom pan
through a water distribution system to saturate cellulose media pads.
water lines are snapped into plastic keepers along the inside of
The
the unit.
Water Pump
A self-contained water pump continuously circulates water through
black plastic lines to a distribution tray in the top of the cooler that
percolates water over the media.
1. The pump and water lines are shipped disconnected.
2. The overfl ow drain (ITEM G) is attached to the drain line and
should be pushed down to be fl ush with the end of the drain tube.
3. Push the other portion of water line onto the intake port on the pump
Overfl ow Drain
4. Remove the nut on the end of the drain and insert the fi tting
through the hole in the cooler bottom. Then tighten the nut on
the bottom of the cooler.
5. Make sure the rubber washer (installed inside reservoir) does
not twist while tightening, which could cause it to leak. DO
NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
6. If leakage occurs after reservoir is full, re-tighten the overfl ow
fi tting until leaking stops.
7. A standard water hose can be attached to exterior portion of
the overfl ow drain fi tting to
Float Connection
The fl oat has been installed in bottom of the cooler with ferrule and
compression nut zipped tied to the fl oat. Cut these free for use
(as described below) with water line installation. The fl oat level is
factory set to maintain 2 inches of water in the reservoir. After installation is complete the fl oat might need readjustment by slightly
bending the fl oat arm.
Water Source Connection
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:
If using a standard water hose to supply water:
1. Install the fl oat and red gasket on the inside of the cooler,
securing them with the threaded jam nut on the outside of
the cooler.
2. On the exterior, screw the small nut inside the water hose
connector onto the threaded fl oat valve port. Can use a
14mm wrench to tighten. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
3. Screw a standard water hose into the connector. Verify washer is in place.
4. Leave water spigot turned off until installation is complete.
Option 2:
A more permanent supply of water can be installed from an outside
water faucet by installing a sill-cock and 1/4" water line to supply
continuously to the cooler.
1. Install a sill-cock (locally available) onto the faucet.
2. Determine length of water line needed and install one end of
1/4" plastic or copper line on sill-cock and use the ferrule and
nut (zip-tied to the fl oat for packing) to connect the water line
to the fl oat valve attach point.
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1.
OVERFLOW
DRAIN
2.
DRAIN LINE FLUSH
WITH OVERFLOW
DRAIN
4.
.
VIEW FROM TOP
OVERBOARD
DRAIN
FLOAT VALVE
3.
OVERFLOW
DRAIN
5.
WASHER
COOLER
BOTTOM
NUT
6.
TO WATER
DISTRIBUTION
FLOAT VALVE
WATER LINE
ATTACH POINT
INTERIOR
OPTION 1
GASKET
OPTION 2
SHUT OFF VALVE
PLASTIC OR
COPPER LINE
TO COOLER
STD. HOSE CONNECTION
INTERIOR EXTERIOR
WATER PUMP
EXTERIOR
JAM
NUT
FERRULE
WATER HOSE
CONNECTOR
COMPRESSION NUT
VIEW FROM
BOTTOM
WASHER
TO
STANDARD
WATER
HOSE
SILL-COCK
TO 1/4"
WATER LINE
LOCATION
OF DRAIN
P
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 in the same manner as those on the
front control panel. The remote control’s range is approximately 20 feet within sight of the
cooler. Two AA alkaline batteries are included. Remove the guard between the batteries to
activate the remote. It is now ready for use. A wall mountable holder is also supplied with
the remote.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Optional Purge Pump
In addition to the standard water pump to recirculate water
from the reservoir, an optional purge pump can be installed to
evacuate the contents of the reservoir on a scheduled basis.
The cooler base has space and pre-located screw attach points
for purge pump bracket.
CAUTION: The MCP44-PPK purge pump kit is designed to be
used with the MCP series coolers. If a diff erent purge pump is
installed the warranty cooler will be voided.
The MCP44-PPK is available for purchase at local retailers, at
www. championcooler.com or by calling
1.800.643.8341.
When a purge pump has been installed, purge cycles can be
activated and programmed from the control panel (See below)
The use of the purge pump saves water and is actually more
economical, than continual bleed.
growth and mineral buildup extending media life.
fresher air in the home.
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 overfl ow drain to
direct the water away from the house.
NOTE: This water is not potable, but can be used for watering
vegetable or fl ower gardens.
.
UNIT POWER ON/OFF
PUMP ON/OFF
ON
FAN SPEED (1-3)
PUMP
FAN
It helps reduce bacterial
It also maintains
PROGRAMMING PURGE PUMP
NOTE: When in Purge Set Up Mode, you will not aff ect 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
panel hold down the PUMP touch
point for fi ve (5) seconds.
At this point the Purge Interval
can be set. Four lights on the left
side illuminate.
This indicates one
mode of the control
PRESS AND
HOLD 5
SECONDS
FAN
PUM
purge every 24 hours.
HI
M
To change the number of hours
POWER
ED LO
between purges, press PUMP
again until the desired schedule
PUMP
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.
4 LIGHTS = EVERY 24 HOURS
3 LIGHTS = EVERY 12 HOURS
2 LIGHTS = EVERY 8 HOURS
POWER
1 LIGHT = EVERY 6 HOURS
HI
FAN
M
PUMP
ED LO
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
POWER
PRESS TO
SET PURGE
DURATION
FAN
HI
M
ED LO
PUMP
to enter the Purge Duration
setting feature.
The four lights on the left side
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 BLINKING = 4 MINUTES
3 LIGHTS BLINKING = 3 MINUTES
2 LIGHTS BLINKING = 2 MINUTES
1 LIGHT BLINKING = 1 MINUTE
POWER
HI
FAN
FAN
M
ED LO
PUMP
,
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