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1/28/2011

16" Evaporative Cooler Direct Drive Variable Speed With Tank Cart Review

16' Evaporative Cooler Direct Drive Variable Speed With Tank CartMy shop is located in the SE part of the country so heat and humidity are a real problem, especially when working outdoors.
While looking for a solution, I started to wonder if the "swamp coolers" I saw on the side lines at football games might be the ticket.I was skeptical, due to the fact that the inherent high humidity would diminish the evaporative cooling that enables these devices to work.Still I saw these things everywhere, so I was interested.After a little researchI found that the current models overcome a lot of the evaporative cooling/humidity issue via modern design.
My hopes were dashed when I started pricing these coolers, BIG BUCKS!I could install a separate AC system for the same price.Then by "divine intervention", I saw a portable version, when I walked into my local NAPA store.The salesman told me the way they market these coolers, is to drop them off at local garages during the day and then pick them up after it gets hot.Once people see the difference they make, they're sold.I was sold too when I got a great deal on the end of season model.
I'm impressed with the Port-a-Cool.Temps have only been in the 80's with low humidity, but the cooling is noticeable.The fan is big enough to make a "breeze" even sitting on the driveway.It's easy to move around can be used during any outdoor activity. So far this has been a great and cost effective cooling solution.
Tip:Add ice to the reservoir for even greater cooling effect.

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Product Description:
PORT-A-COOL174; EVAPORATIVE COOLER16" Evaportative Cooler - Heavy Duty Variable Speed MotorUtilizes highly efficient housing design to produce effective cooling in high humidity conditions. Helps increase worker productivity by making a more comfortable work environment. Durable one-piece molded plastic polyethylene housing with leak-resistant, one-piece molded plastic internal water tank. Water supplied to internal tank through standard 34" hose. 4" heavy-duty plastic swivel casters (2 locking) allow portability. Energy efficient motor and pump. Heavy-duty 13 HP motor. Features a 22 gallon water tank, a welded steel frame and variable speed motor. Provides a cooling area of up to 1,000 sq. ft. and up to 4,000 CFM. UL listed. Fully assembled.WATCH VIDEOIf you cannot view this video Click Here.var s1new SWFObject("http:www.globalindustrial.comvideosmediaplayer.swf","mediaplayer","352","288","8");s1.addParam("allowfullscreen","true");s1.addVariable("width","352");s1.addVariable("height","288");s1.addVariable("file","http:www.globalindustrial.infovideos653311.flv");s1.addVariable("image","http:www.globalindustrial.infovideosvideo.jpg");s1.write("flvvid");

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1/22/2011

Sunpentown SPT Evaporatvie Air Cooler with Ionizer - Model SF-609 Portable Air Cooler Review

Sunpentown SPT Evaporatvie Air Cooler with Ionizer - Model SF-609 Portable Air CoolerI brought this product to help cool & humidify my apartment. It has keep it a little cooler, and I can breath better with it. I really like the way it works.Sunpentown SF-609 Air Purifier Cooler (with Ionizer)Next time I will buy a SPT WA-9020E 9,000-BTU Portable Air Conditioner with Remote Control I am happy with this Manufacture of these products. Thank You Leonard

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Product Description:
This Evaporative Air Cooler, Humidifier, and Fan with Ionizer is versatile, lightweight and economical. The Cooler easily rolls from room to room for use anywhere in your house or office. This Air Cooler shoots a stream of air with oscillating louvers, to evenly distribute refreshing cool air. Can also be used as a fan or humidifier if temperature is not an issue. - plus get the air cleaning benefits of the ionic air purifier. The remote control allows you to easily change settings.

TheAir Cooler works by endothermic reaction (a reaction that consumes heat), so this evaporative Air Cooler sucks air through a wick saturated with water. As the air flows through the wick, some of the water evaporates into the air, consuming the heat that was in the air. An air stream is then blown out the front of the unit and is considerably cooler than the current room temperature! This is not an air conditioner and therefore uses much less energy.

Note: The unit works well in dry climates; not very effective in areas with high humidity as the unit utilizes water to cool.

Features and Functions

- With remote control
- 10L water tank capacity
- Nylon and Photocatalystic filter
- Three air speeds: H / M/ L
- Sleep mode
- Timer: from 0.5 ~ 7.5 hours setting
- Ionizer to puify air
- ETL


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10/06/2010

PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER Review

PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONERAlthough we have come around to liking this product we were initally disappointed in what was sold as a unit that did not need draining.It does need to be drained or it will automatically shut off after an hour and a half usage.We have it on top of a bowl so that it can drain and thus stay on.It cools the room well but is more work than we expected.Just know what you are buying-an air conditioner that is not self draining!

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Product Description:
"A Haier portable air conditioner is the equivalent of having an air conditioner in every room in your home. With these compact, easy-to-transport appliances, you can bring the cool air with you, whether you're cooking in the kitchen or sleeping in the bedroom. The auto-evaporation function eliminates the tedious task of emptying water from the unit, making it simple to own and maintain. It's the perfect way to beat the heat! This portable air conditioner goes where you need it to be! With 6 cooling and fan speeds, this unit's small size does not sacrifice quality.

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9/20/2010

Sunpentown Portable Air Conditioner 14,000 BTU w/ remote control, ionizer and UV light Review

Sunpentown Portable Air Conditioner 14,000 BTU w/ remote control, ionizer and UV lightWe have the WA-1220M model of this product (virtually identical). If you stand right in front on it, up to about 5 feet away, it's nice. However, it has several drawbacks:

1. It isn't very good at drying the air; evaporation is needed for effective air-conditioning (whether in your car or your home).

2. It must be drained of the water it does pull from the air, and draining the unit is very cumbersome. It comes with a small flexible plastic tube that has to be connected to the rear bottom of the unit; the other end must be lower in order to drain or the unit really does very little and although there's an indicator light that will come on if the unit is quite full of water, it's very rare that the light comes on (and it only does so LONG after the unit has stopped cooling the air). We have taken to wrapping a large towel around the far end of the tube to collect water that drains, but basically you must tilt the heavy unit backwards to try to drain it. This is not particularly effective but it must be done.

3. It has wheels, but it doesn't roll easily (it's hard to push or pull it in a straight line and the wheels are so small even getting over a low rug is difficult.

4. Moving the unit up or down a single step can be accomplished by one person but since the entire unit is made of very smooth, slippery plastic (it has handles but they're very shallow & not helpful), it's more safely accomplished with two people.

5. Consider that this unit, while mobile, sacrifices a good window seal. The large exhaust hose (which pumps the hot air outside) resembles a telescoping dryer hose that easily falls out of the backside of the unit and is awkward to extend evenly. The unit comes with a smallish piece of foam with a cutout hole for the hose. However, you are left with having to find some way to block the rest of whatever window you choose to put the hole into. We use a large carboard box panel and cut a hole out of, then duct-tape the box into the window opening to block out air seepage. As you can imagine, it looks pretty tacky.

We wouldn't buy this again.

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Product Description:
WA-1410E portable air conditioner with remote control and Ionizer/UV has 1330W and 14,000 BTU's and is designed to fit in most average-size rooms up to 450-500 sq. ft. This model also functions as a 53.9 pint dehumidifier.

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9/03/2010

NewAir AF-321 Portable Evaporative Swamp Air Cooler With Built-In Air Purifier Review

NewAir AF-321 Portable Evaporative Swamp Air Cooler With Built-In Air PurifierRoom cools a 15 x 20 ft. room plus attached bathroom nicely. I am in a fairly dry desert climate and it is cheaper and more effective than A/C.
Need to refill every day or two with a couple gallons of H2O and it also has an ICE TRAY you can add ice cubes to that helps cool a little more.
Will buy another if the need arises.

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Product Description:
Portable swamp coolers, like the NewAir AF-321 are cost effective, easy to install and easy to maintain ways to cool down specific areas of your home. They are best used in hot, arid climates and utilize the simple process of evaporation to cool the air. This particular swamp cooler can be shipped to you for free. Here are the other reasons why you should purchase this air cooler now:
Space-Saving Design : The compact design allows this cooler to be maneuvered very easily. Smaller spaces up to 150 square feet can be cooled very effectively.
Personalized Cooling :Three selectable fan speeds are included for custom cooling. Direct the air in the desired direction with the oscillating louvers.
Specially Designed Cooling Pads :Features a higher cooling efficiency in comparison to similar models because the pads retain a greater amount of liquid. They also never need to be replaced.
Large Capacity :The 13 liter tank allows for a greater amount of time between refills. The dedicated 4 liter ice tank is included for enhanced cooling.
Enhances Decor :The sleek design and white hue blend in with a variety of home decors. Also includes large rolling casters for increased mobility.

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8/11/2010

SPT SF-613 LED Evaporative Air Cooler with Ionizer Review

SPT SF-613 LED Evaporative Air Cooler with IonizerThis unit is the same as the Tayama Air Cooler TC-998 and works as poorly.

Only after filling the entire tray with ice and water chilled overnight does this thing have any cooling effect and even than, it's only for an hour or so.

Anything less then ice and ice water will do nothing more than generate humidity and waste power.

Save your money and buy a real AC unit for supplemental cooling.

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Product Description:
Designed with micro-computer controls, this versatile and economic air cooler, humidifier, fan, and air filter with ionizer can lower the surrounding temperature and add humidity to the air through the principle of water evaporation. Using much less energy than an air conditioner, the air cooler works by endothermic reaction (a reaction that consumes heat). The unit sucks air through a wick saturated with water; as the air flows through the wick, some of the water evaporates into the air, consuming the heat that was in the air. An air stream--considerably cooler than the current room temperature--then gets blown out the front of the unit through oscillating louvers for even distribution. The appliance can also be used as just a fan or a humidifier when temperature is not an issue. Easily change the settings with the included remote control. Other highlights include an LED panel; three air speeds; a washable filter; a double-layered filtration mesh water curtain; locking casters for smooth mobility; and a timer that can be set from a half hour to seven-and-a-half hours. Though perfect for use in dry climates, please note that the appliance does not work very effectively in areas with high humidity since it utilizes water to cool. The 60-watt air cooler measures 11-1/2 by 14-1/2 by 31-3/4 inches and carries a one-year warranty.

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7/31/2010

Hyundai 10,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Review

Hyundai 10,000 BTU Portable Air ConditionerThis is manufactured overseas, therefore temp adjustments are via a Celcius scale, not Fahrenheit, even though it shows Fahrenheit.Therefore adjustments are in 2 degree f (68, 70, 72, 74, etc).You can't select 73 degrees f.It does not offer full control over fan speed/sound.Even on low speed, the fan will accelerate when the unit is more then 2 degrees higher than the set temp.The remote is IR, not RF and needs clear line of sight to the unit.Otherwise, it does cool well.My kilowatt meter showed that it used about 50 cents an 8 hour period (10cent KWH) to cool a room about 8 degrees cooler than ambient temp... It is by no means a energy star product, however I do not think any of these portable units meet that standard.It does cool a medium sized room well (19x12) with a vaulted ceiling.Given that the sound level increases, even with the fan set on low, this may not be the best air conditioner for a bedroom.I use it in my home office during the day and turn the other thermostats off/up, so it works for me.

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Product Description:
Enjoy the comfort and convenience of cool air wherever it's needed with Hyundai's 10,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner. Designed for rooms up to 250 square feet, this compact, clean-lined unit moves easily on sturdy casters and offers three speed settings, an adjustable thermostat, a 24-hour timer, and a self-evaporating system. It also comes with a remote control and a generous 59-inch exhaust hose. Things cooling down outside? Simply stow the air conditioner in a closet, garage, or basement until the first heat wave hits next summer.

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7/30/2010

Whynter Eco Friendly 13000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner - White Review

Whynter Eco Friendly 13000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner - WhiteI am so far extremely pleased with this air conditioner. It's very well designed and as an engineer, albeit industrial engineer, it's well built and is impressive in it's cooling ability. Very nice styling overall but surprisinly heavy given the size. I would give this top marks in all categories.

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Product Description:
The Sno Arctica portable air conditioner line by Whynter provides a convenient and efficient solution for your comfort needs.This 13000 BTU portable air conditioner has the smallest profile of any high output portable air conditioner, and also the highest EER (Energy Efficiency Rating) of all portable air conditioners in its class (11.06 EER).It is designed to be used in almost any indoor location (up to 420 sq. ft).The compact and modern design allows you to use this room air conditioner on the counter, in the bedroom, or even behind the sofa.The ergonomic design features an integrated handle, retractable pull cord, built-in caster and large back wheels, making it easy to transport from room to room. The self-evaporating design exhausts most condensate automatically.Available in two colors:Frost White and Platinum.Specs:.Dehumidifying Capacity: 43 Pts / day.Air Flow (at high speed): 380 m3/h. Maximum power consumption: 1175 W/ 10.21 A.Power supply: 115 V / 60Hz / 1 Phase.Noise level (dBA): 34 - 43.Weighs 79 lbs. Additional Features:Digital remote control, automatic comfort and night program,LCDI (Leakage-Current Detection and Interruption) plug, 3 fan speeds, two easy clean air filters, full thermostatic control (64 - 86 degrees), 24 hour programmable timer, extendable exhaust hose (up to 5ft.), upgraded plastic window kit (max length 51") Assembly level/degree of difficulty: Easy.

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7/27/2010

Soleus Air PE2-08R-62, Evaporative Portable Air Conditioner, Dehumidifier and Fan, 8,000 BTU's, White with Blue cover Review

Soleus Air PE2-08R-62, Evaporative Portable Air Conditioner, Dehumidifier and Fan, 8,000 BTU's, White with Blue coverI cannot get a window unit due to my window size, and this unit came with a window kit that fit my windows. It worked absolutely perfect for 2 months. Then, on a particularly hot day, the bucket filled up with water and the unit shut off. I drained all the water, which is an absolute pain in the rear to do due to the drain being less than half an inch off the floor. The unit leaks water like a faucet ever since, all over the floor. There is really no effective way to use it anymore. I ordered a different brand that doesn't have water leakage issues. I should have listened to all the reviews I read. I practically paid several hundred dollars for a few months use. What a waste. The unit cools great, but what good is that with water all over your carpet? Stay away from this product.UPDATE: The unit only leaks when moved. If the water reservoir fills up, and must be drained, the unit must be moved to do so because the drain plug is literally right on the floor and there is no pan or container you can get under it. The reservoir will fill eventually, the unit will have to be drained, will have to be moved, will leak. Once all the water leaks out that is going to leak the unit works great until its time to drain again. Like I said, it took 2 months before I had to drain, but this process was a major PIA. I would avoid this unit, but I still gave in another star because it does not leak except during the drainage process.

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Product Description:
8,000 BTU Evaporative Portable Air Conditioner with Dehumidifier and Fan has dual motors offering a 3 speed fan with oscillation, a 50 Pint evaporative dehumidifier, and adjustable thermostat with 24 hour programmable timer with memory, from 64° to 90°F.A washable and reusable air filter keeps circulation clean and loss of power protection with auto restart feature. Heavy duty casters and remote control offer you assistance in unit placement and controls.All in one appliance to fulfill all your comfort needs.

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7/23/2010

Hyundai HYU-P12ER 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner with heat electronic remote control Review

Hyundai HYU-P12ER 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner with heat electronic remote controlThis unit does what it was design to do, cool & heat.
I have the exhaust mounted in a wall.
Seems quieter than my smaller window unit in my bed room, its not that noisy.
I think the compressor is very quite, the fan makes most of the noise.
The casing seems a little cheap, all plastic.
It rolls easily and has side grips to lift it.
The unit was completely torn out of the base packaging when it arrived.
Parts were falling out, 1 was missing. Amazon made good on that.
After inspection there wasn't any damage so I am keeping the unit.
I would say that this is a decent unit and should give me a lot of service.

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Product Description:
The Hyundai 12,000 BTU Portable Room Air Conditioner will cool a room up to 275 sq. ft.It easily moves on casters from room to room.The unit can be controlled remotely so you can adjust the temperature without having to get up.This portable room air conditioner has 3 speeds, a self evaporating system, a 24 hour on/off timer, and an exhaust hose that expands to 59".An easy installation kit is included.

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7/17/2010

Whynter Eco Friendly 14000 BTU Dual Hose Portable Air Conditioner Review

Whynter Eco Friendly 14000 BTU Dual Hose Portable Air ConditionerThis unit was purchased to use in a small computer room. It is performing better than the previous 15000 BTU unit I had from a different manufacturer.

I hope with time it will stand up.

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Product Description:
mfr: Whynter Company This Whynter GREEN ARC-14S portable air conditioner features the ECO-FRIENDLY CFC free GREEN R-410A refrigerant and lead free RoHS compliant components.This unit features the advance self-evaporating technology, which uses and recycles moisture collected during cooling and heating process to produce cool air.This unit can cool up to a 500 sq. ft. space (ambient temperature and humidity may influence optimum performance).
- Platinum color
- Two tone design exterior- Platinum and Black
- 14,000 BTU Cooling
- Dual hose operation
- ECO-FRIENDLY CFC free GREEN R-410A refrigerant
- Lead free RoHS compliant components
- Self evaporating system fully exhausts all condensate automatically in most environments
- Three operational modes: Air conditioner, fan or dehumidifier
- Digital and remote control
- LCDI (Leakage-Current Detection and Interruption) plug
- Dehumidifying Capacity: 101 Pts / day
- Designed to provide quiet and efficient cooling to any room, with no permanent installation
- 3 fan speeds
- Carbon air filter and washable pre-filter
- Full thermostatic control (61ºF - 89ºF)
- Casters for easy mobility
- 12 hour programmable timer
- Extendable exhaust hose (up to 5ft.)
- Upgraded Plastic window kit included
- Window kit length: Max. 49"
- Refrigerant: R-410A
- Air Flow (at high speed): 360 m3/h
- Maximum power consumption: 1250 W/ 10.8 A
- Power supply: 115 V / 60Hz / 1 Phase
- Unit dimensions: 19" W x 16" D x 35.5" H

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7/07/2010

Unistar 4-in-1 Swamp Cooler with Ionic Air Purifier, DF268. Review

Unistar 4-in-1 Swamp Cooler with Ionic Air Purifier, DF268.pros:
- saves you in energy bills since it can cool the room instead of using the ac
- filters are washable
- the included remote gives you controls even in bed
- the 30 min interval timer feature is great specially when it gets too cold at night

cons:
- the ionizer feature is more of a display light than anything
- needs a weekly maintenance. water mineral builds up at the bottom, if you let it sit for more than a week, taking it out posts a problem.
- if you even find the time to actually clean the insides of the fan and and take out the dusts and water deposits, it would take a lot of patients since the machine wasn't designed for easy disassemble. (you'll need a thin long screw driver to take out some of the screws.)

bottom line:
machine is great as an alternative humidifier and room fan.It is a high maintenance machine make sure you clean it every week or two.

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Product Description:
No installation! Save 95% on your AC electric bill with this 4-in-1 cooler/ionizer/humidifier/fan rolling from room to room! This year, beat high energy costs with the Kaito Air-Cooler-Ionizer-Humidifier, yet the room temperature is reduced by as much as 12 F! The built-in fresh air anion generator releases streams of negative ions that attract dust and other allergens down and out of the air you inhale. Air feels as fresh as after a springtime rain. Rolls easily on large casters to a guest room, an enclosed porch, or to accompany you from room to room. There are no expensive filters to buy; just rinse the permanent filter. Other features include three air speed: H/ M/ L, four modes selectable, 7.5 hour timer and remote control. Unit comes with two ice packs.

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