Evaporative Coolers

Select system that is ENERGY STAR^® certified or equivalent and complies with UL 1995 or UL/CSA/ANCE 60335-2-40

Select installation location based on service and utility access, occupant safety, and area to be cooled

Install indoor unit according to manufacturer specifications and applicable building code (e.g., IRC, IMC, IBC) and ANSI/ACCA Standard 5 (HVAC Quality Installation Standard) in a manner that provides ease of access for routine maintenance/service

Install unit a minimum of 3" above the ground on a solid durable pad (e.g., concrete slab) or

Suspended a minimum of 6" above the ground using secure and durable supports

Secure unit per applicable seismic restraint needs

Ensure unit is level, stable, and mechanically secured to any ductwork

Install equipment connections (e.g., electrical service, condensate drains, ductwork, fuel, venting, refrigerant lines) to allow for necessary service and repair access to all portions of the equipment

Install electrical wiring according to NFPA 70, and

Provide an electrical disconnect within site of the unit

Install all high voltage wiring inside of protective conduit and approved junction boxes, no wiring connections (high or low voltage) will occur outside of appropriate junction box

Install a float switch in the pan that is interlocked to the system power to prevent unit from overflowing

Pipe overflow tube to a properly sized sanitary drain or the outdoors and provided with traps as specified by the manufacturer and applicable building code

Install a back-flow preventor on the potable water supply

Locate intakes no closer than 10' to pollutant sources or a minimum of 3' below the source

Provide occupants/owners with user's manual, warranty information, installation instructions, and installer contact information