Homedics PAC-25 mychill Personal Space Cooler manual

1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
PAC-25

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

DANGER – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:

Always place the Personal Space Cooler on an elevated flat, firm surface like a desk, table, or 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.
Always place the Personal Space Cooler at least six (6) inches away from walls and three (3) feet
from heat sources such as stoves, radiators, or heaters.
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.

WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO 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.
Do not tilt or move the Personal Space Cooler while it is in operation. Shut off and remove plug from outlet before moving.
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 cartridge.
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 if it has been 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 before filling, moving, or cleaning 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 – PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING.

Perform regular maintenance and cleaning of the Personal Space Cooler water reservoir and cooling cartridge.
Never use detergent to clean the cooling cartridge.
Never clean the cooling cartridge and/or the Personal Space Cooler water reservoir by scraping with a hard object.
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 plugged in.
The unit will not cool without water in the tank.
Only use water in the tank.
Never use any additives in the water.
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.

UNIQUE FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS

INDOOR PERSONAL SPACE COOLING
This HoMedics MyChill™ Indoor Personal Space Cooler 2.0 is designed to reduce the temperature up to 12°F / 6.6°C and has a relaxing cooling effect up to 4 FT / 1.2 M from the front of the unit. The cooling effect increases as the relative humidity decreases. The drier the 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 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.

The HoMedics MyChill™ Indoor Personal Space Cooler 2.0 provides natural and efficient cooling, has low power consumption, no compressor, and does not use any ozone-depleting refrigerants.

HOW TO FILL

CAUTION: Before filling the unit with water, unplug the power adapter from the wall and from the unit.
NOTE: Always use 2 hands to carry the unit.

PERSONAL SPACE COOLER LOCATION

Place the Personal Space Cooler in the desired location prior to filling with water. The front of the unit should be located within 4 FT / 1.2 M of the desired personal cooling zone. We recommend placing a waterproof pad under the unit.

Remove the water tank.
Turn the water tank upside down – remove the tank cap by turning it counter-clockwise.
Fill the water tank with clean, cool (not cold) water. We recommend using distilled water if you live in a hard-water area. Never use any additives or place essential oils in the water. Even a few drops will damage the unit.
Replace the tank cap by turning clockwise until tight. Do not overtighten.
Place the tank into the MyChill cavity, making sure the tank is firmly seated. Water will begin to transfer into the water reservoir.
Once the water stops emptying into the water reservoir, remove the water tank and refill following steps 2-5 to fully fill the water tank and reservoir.
Adjust the front vents up or down to direct the airflow as desired.
Your Personal Space Cooler is ready for use.

HOW TO USE

POWER
Plug the power adapter into the back of the unit and the other end into a household electrical outlet.
Press the POWER button to turn the unit ON/OFF.

SPEED ADJUSTMENT
When the unit is powered ON, the default speed will be LOW, and one blue LED to the right of the FAN button will illuminate. To increase the speed, press the FAN button. The speed will change to HIGH and both blue LED lights will illuminate.

RUNTIME
This unit will provide up to 4 hours of runtime when the water tank and water reservoir are filled according to the How to Fill instructions. This is based on a room temperature of 72°F / 22.2°C and relative humidity of 42%. It is normal for runtime to vary based on room temperature and relative humidity.

LOW WATER INDICATOR
This unit is equipped with a Low Water LED. 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.

CLEANING AND CARE

CAUTION: Before cleaning the unit, turn the power OFF and unplug the power adapter from the wall and 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. Rinse the tank cap and inside the tank with clean water and dry.
Remove the top cover from the water reservoir by pressing the release buttons and slowly lifting the top cover from the reservoir.
To remove any scale or buildup, use a 50/50 mixture of white vinegar and lukewarm water to clean the water reservoir and tank as needed.

TO CLEAN THE COOLING CARTRIDGE
Remove the cooling cartridge and rinse with clean water.

TO CLEAN THE PUMP FILTER
Check and clean both sides of the pump filter as needed. The pump filter is held in place by friction. Pull out the pump filter, brush clean with a soft-bristle brush (not included), and rinse clean. To reinstall, firmly press the pump filter into place.
NOTE: Never run water over the pump filter while it is installed.

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 cartridge 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.

REPLACING THE COOLING CARTRIDGE

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

To purchase a genuine HoMedics replacement cooling cartridge, Model # PAC-25CC, go to your retailer where you purchased your MyChill Personal Space Cooler or visit www.homedics.com. For Canada, please visit www.homedics.ca.
NOTE: If you live in an area with hard water, the cooling cartridge may need to be replaced more frequently. In these instances, you will notice mineral buildup on the cooling cartridge that may restrict airflow over time.

Unplug the power adapter from the wall and from the unit. Remove the water tank from the top housing.
Press the release buttons on both sides of the top cover. Slowly lift, allowing time for the water to drain, and remove the top cover from the Personal Space Cooler. Pour out any excess water remaining in the water reservoir.
Remove the old cooling cartridge and discard.
Position the cooling cartridge according to the TOP/BOTTOM markings. The tab located on the bottom of the cooling cartridge slides into the reservoir slot (Figure B). NOTE: The cooling cartridge only fits one way. Never operate the unit without the cooling cartridge.

REPLACING THE COOLING CARTRIDGE
Replace the top cover onto the water reservoir. Be sure the top cover snaps onto the water reservoir.
Refill the water tank and reservoir as described in the “How to Fill” section.
Plug the power adapter into the back of the unit and the other end into a household electrical outlet to resume operation.
Turn the unit on, press and hold the FAN button for 5 seconds. The timer is reset, and the Replace Cooling Cartridge LED turns off.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION
No power	Unit is not plugged in No power at unit Top cover not seated properly	Plug unit in Press the POWER button to turn the unit on turn the unit on Check circuits and fuses or try a different outlet Remove top cover and reseat
Peculiar odor	Cooling cartridge is new Unit may have a dirty tank or water reservoir Water in tank or reservoir may be old	The cooling cartridge may emit a slight odor that will dissipate after a few days Follow instructions described in the “Cleaning and Care” section
Discoloration of water in the reservoir	New cooling cartridge	Discoloration will dissipate after a few days of operation
Mineral buildup on cooling cartridge	Hard water used	Use distilled water
Not cooling
Not cooling	Out of water Outside of the recommended cooling zone Cool ambient temperature and/or high humidity conditions Pump filter clogged	Refill water tank Use within 4 FT / 1.2 M 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 Remove and re-install the pump filter Use in warmer and/or less humid conditions Clean pump filter as instructed in the “Cleaning and Care” section Remove and re-install the pump filter
Reduced or uneven water flow across cooling cartridge	Pump filter clogged Cooling cartridge needs replacing	Clean pump filter as instructed in the “Cleaning and Care” section Replace cooling cartridge
Replace Cooling Cartridge LED is illuminated after cooling cartridge replacement	Cooling cartridge RESET button not activated	Turn the unit on, then press and hold the FAN5 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.

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

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 TV reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and 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 the 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.

This Class B digital device complies with Canadian ICES-003.

1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

HoMedics sells its products with the intent that they are free of defects in manufacture and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of original purchase, except as noted below. HoMedics warrants that its products will be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. This warranty extends only to consumers and does not extend to Retailers.

To obtain warranty service on your HoMedics product, contact a Consumer Relations representative for assistance. Please make sure to have the model number of the product available.

HoMedics does not authorize anyone, including, but not limited to, Retailers, the subsequent consumer purchaser of the product from a Retailer, or remote purchasers, to obligate HoMedics in any way beyond the terms set forth herein. This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse or abuse; accident; the attachment of any unauthorized accessory; alteration to the product; improper installation; unauthorized repairs or modifications; improper use of electrical/power supply; loss of power; dropped product; malfunction or damage of an operating part from failure to provide manufacturer’s recommended maintenance; transportation damage; theft; neglect; vandalism; environmental conditions; loss of use during the period the product is at a repair facility or otherwise awaiting parts or repair; or any other conditions whatsoever that are beyond the control of HoMedics.

This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the country in which the product is purchased. A product that requires modifications or adaptation to enable it to operate in any other country than the country for which it was designed, manufactured, approved, and/or authorized, or repair of products damaged by these modifications, is not covered under this warranty.

THE WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN SHALL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY. THERE SHALL BE NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS OR ANY OTHER OBLIGATION ON THE PART OF THE COMPANY WITH RESPECT TO PRODUCTS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY. HOMEDICS SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL THIS WARRANTY REQUIRE MORE THAN THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY PART OR PARTS WHICH ARE FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE WITHIN THE EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF THE WARRANTY. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN. IF REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR DEFECTIVE MATERIALS ARE NOT AVAILABLE, HOMEDICS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE PRODUCT SUBSTITUTIONS IN LIEU OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT.

This warranty does not extend to the purchase of opened, used, repaired, repackaged, and/or resealed products, including but not limited to the sale of such products on Internet auction sites and/or sales of such products by surplus or bulk resellers. Any and all warranties or guarantees shall immediately cease and terminate as to any products or parts thereof which are repaired, replaced, altered, or modified, without the prior express and written consent of HoMedics.

This warranty provides you with specific legal rights. You may have additional rights which may vary from state to state and country to country. Because of individual state and country regulations, some of the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.
For more information regarding our product line in the USA, please visit: www.homedics.com. For Canada, please visit: www.homedics.ca.

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