Essick Air ADA71 User Manual

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•  Check belt tension.  A 3 lb. force 
should defl ect the belt     3/4 inches (see 
Fig. 11).  Readjust belt if needed.
•  Oil bearings.  The blower bearings and 
cooler motor in this unit should be oiled 
with a few drops of non-detergent 20/30 
weight oil once each year.  The motor 
does not need oil if it has no oil lines for oiling.  Motors that have no 
oil lines are lifetime oiled at the factory and require no further oiling 
for the life of the unit.
CAUTION:
  Do not over oil.  Over oiling can cause motor burn 
out, due to excessive oil getting into motor winding.
•  Clean pump.  Cleaning the 
pump is necessary once a year 
at start-up.  For your safety, 
turn unit off and unplug motor 
and pump.  Remove the pump 
from the mount slot.  Remove 
the base of the pump as shown 
in Fig. 12.  Clean the pump and 
turn the impeller to ensure free 
operation.  Remove the pump 
Fig. 11
3 Lb.
3/4 Inches
spout and check for any blockage.  After cleaning, reinstall the base 
onto the pump.  Press fi rmly to make sure it is secure.  Reattach the 
pump to the mount in the cooler using the plastic retainer to ensure 
that the pump will not overturn.  Do not forget to replace the spout 
and water delivery tube onto the pump outlet.
•  Check bleed-off valve to be sure it is not clogged.
Winter Shut-Down
•  Drain water.  Always drain all of the water out of the cooler and water 
supply line when not in use for prolonged periods, and particularly 
at the end of the season.  Keep the water line disconnected from both 
the unit and water supply so that it does not freeze.
•  Unplug motor and pump.  When cooler is not used for extended 
periods unplug the motor and pump from inside cooler.
•  Cover unit.  To protect the life of the fi nish, a cover for the unit is 
suggested in extended periods of non use.
By following the operating, installation, and maintenance suggestions 
as outlined, you can get many years of efficient and satisfactory service 
from your cooler.  In the event additional information is desired, your 
dealer will be more than glad to assist you in every possible way.
Problem Possible 
Cause  Remedy
Failure to 
start or no 
air delivery
Inadequate 
air delivery 
with cooler 
running
Water drain-
ing onto 
roof
Musty or 
unpleasant 
odor
1. No electrical power to 
unit
 • Fuse blown
  •  Circuit breaker tripped
  •  Electric cord damage
2. Belt too loose or tight
3. Motor overheated
  •  Belt too tight
  •  Blower bearings dry
  •  Motor pulley diameter 
too large
4. Motor locked
1. Insuffi cient air exhaust
2. Belt too loose
3. Pads plugged
4. Motor underloaded
1. Float arm not adjusted 
properly
2. Overfl ow asembly leak-
ing
1. Stale or stagnate water 
in cooler
1. Check power
 • Replace fuse
 • Re-set breaker
 • Replace cord
2. Adjust belt tension
3. Determine cause of 
overheating
  •  Adjust belt tension
  •  Oil blower bearings
  •  Adjust pulley to cor-
rect diameter
4. Replace motor
1. Open windows or 
doors to increase air 
fl ow
2. Adjust belt tension or 
replace if needed
3. Clean pads
4. Adjust pulley
1. Adjust fl oat
2. Tighten nut and over-
fl ow pipe
1. Drain pan and clean 
pads
Troubleshooting Guide
Problem Possible 
Cause  Remedy
1. Low voltage
2. Excessive belt tension
3. Blower shaft tight or 
locked
4. Bearings dry
5. Motor pulley diameter 
too large causing motor 
overload
1. Bearings dry
2. Wheel rubbing blower 
housing
3. Loose parts
1. Inadequate exhaust in 
house
2. Pads not wet
 • Pads plugged
  •  Dist. tube holes clogged
  •  Pump not working prop-
erly
1. Insuffi cient air exhaust
1. Check voltage
2. Adjust belt tension
3. Oil or replace bear-
ings (Unplug unit)
4. Oil bearings
5. Adjust pulley so full 
load ampere rating of 
motor is not exceeded
1. Oil bearings
2. Inspect and realign 
(Unplug unit)
3. Tighten loose parts
1. Open windows or 
doors to increase air 
fl ow
2. Check water distribu-
tion system
 • Clean pads
 • Clean
  •  Replace or clean 
pump (Unplug unit)
1. Open doors or win-
dows
Motor 
cycles on 
and off
Noisy
Inadequate 
cooling
Excessive 
humidity in 
house
Impeller
Remove
Base
Fig. 12