How to use it do I leave it on all year long or remove it when I use AC
1194364
The instructions state that you can leave it on all year long. Don't see why you can't leave it on. Purchase this just prior to winter, so i haven't had it that long.
1194365
Leave it on all year long. It does not obstruct air flow and will keep debris out.
273863
Ah, in that case, I would leave it up. You probably have the best weather in the nation. Keep it up if it's not in your way and if you plan on using it all year long! We can only use it about 3 months each year in NJ.
241937
No I leave it up all year round. Just put the cover on it to keep the leaves out of it.
2005196
I leave it on all winter on the low setting. Otherwise it would take too long to warm up the wax.
273861
It snows a bit here where I live and we leave ours up all year. Just make sure that you winterize yours with the proper chemicals, before covering for the winter. It makes life a lot easier come spring time.
1233926
My home is 42 years old. I live in a warm climate year round, so twice a year is all I need to keep the filter clean. I only use my A/C when the indoor temp is above 80, and the heater when the indoor temp is below 60, so my HVAC system does not get a lot of use.
1943287
Open the front of the a/c unit on the side facing the room and remove the filter by hand and clean it well with a dry paint brush to remove any pollen/lent etc., I take it outside to do this...or you can wash it under running cold water if it really needs that much cleaning, but blow it dry with a hair dryer or similar before replacing it. Then if the light is still on afterward, press the filter button and it goes off. This light comes on after the air conditioner has operated, I believe the directions said around 1000 hrs., so it's automatic, even if you have already cleaned it prior. Hope this helps you.
1202470
I use mine year round BUT I'm in Louisianna-- we hit Temps around 10deg last year--leave mine under the hood--So I think as long as you leave it somewhat protected should be fine
315612
I've had my unit for 2 years now. If you're wanting to keep a cool room cool it isn't all that important where you put it; it will keep the air moving around and it will feel cooler that just AC alone. If you're wanting to make a hot room cooler fast then put it close (or right in front of) the AC. If you get a more compact model it will take a little longer to cool the room down. One thing you can do in the winter/cold weather with this unit is position it so it's pointing straight up on low, and it will move around the warm air that gathers up by the ceiling...not something that you asked about; just an additional observation.. I've had my unit for 2 years now. If you're wanting to keep a cool room cool it isn't all that important where you put it; it will keep the air moving around and it will feel cooler that just AC alone. If you're wanting to make a hot room cooler fast then put it close (or right in front of) the AC. If you get a more compact model it will take a little longer to cool the room down. One thing you can do in the winter/cold weather with this unit is position it so it's pointing straight up on low, and it will move around the warm air that gathers up by the ceiling...not something that you asked... » Read More I've had my unit for 2 years now. If you're wanting to keep a cool room cool it isn't all that important where you put it; it will keep the air moving around and it will feel cooler that just AC alone. If you're wanting to make a hot room cooler fast then put it close (or right in front of) the AC. If you get a more compact model it will take a little longer to cool the room down. One thing you can do in the winter/cold weather with this unit is position it so it's pointing straight up on low, and it will move around the warm air that gathers up by the ceiling...not something that you asked about; just an additional observation.. « Show Less
1572493
Its auto setting is supposed to do that. We usually have it set on auto in the spring and fall, never knowing if it's going to be hot or cold weather.
1353429
Just simply leave it on. It is not like a peel that you remove after a period of time.
1655695
You might not need it. The thermal switch keeps it from running in the wintertime when you want the heat to stay in (I'm in Pennsylvania where it gets really cold in the winter). Otherwise if the sun is shining on the panel, it's gonna run.
1655489
You just turn it on or off.. Do not over think this, there is no three seconds involved. Just press button for on let it do its thing then press button for off. I let it run all the time so it cleans the air. Turn it off when you leave for vacation.
1463323
I leave mine on and in full time. I do take it out, turn off and clean weekly. In addition I take it out for the winter and store.
174431
Boy I am not sure, I use it in the house when the electricty goes off in the winter. I make sure I open the window a crack when I do it for the fumes. I just set it on the floor in the house.
761911
When you set the thermostat to the approximate temperature of the room (as detected by the internal thermometer of the thermostat), and are in the Auto mode, the cooler will switch on and off every time that temperature goes up a degree or two. If you don't like the recycling rate, turn the thermostat up a few degrees in the Auto mode and it will usually come on less often. However, this recycling is not doing much damage to the fan motor of your evaporative cooler so long as the belt is in good shape and set properly and the shaft of the squirrel cage fan is properly oiled. The belt should have about two inches of play at a point halfway between the motor pulley and the squirrel cage fan pulley. The fan shafts should be oiled at the beginning of the cooling season, sometime halfway through the cooling season, and at the end of the cooling season. Only a few drops of 3 in 1 or similar oil is need each time. Assuming you do not have sealed bearings on this shaft, there is an oil hole on each end of the shaft with a little spring loaded lid on them. At the end of the season, be sure that the pads and inside of the cooler are COMPLETELY dry before covering it to avoid rust. At the start of the season, with the power off, turn the large pulley on the fan shaft to ensure that it is free and turns easily before turning on the fan. If the fan is stuck, it will most likely burn out the motor. The motor is designed to start and stop as often as necessary and these starts and stops don't cause much wear unless the fan belt is set wrong. It is very similar to a refrigerator or air conditioner which cycles on and off when temperature changes are needed and will last many years doing so. Both are just motors.
643297
It's never a good idea to keep any cooling system (a/c, refrigerator, etc...) on its side for too long. If you need to place a cooling system on its side for transportation etc... Then make sure that you place it back upright for a minimum of 24 hours before you plug it in for use. If you don't then more than likely you'll damage the unit.