Cooling​
Available May thru mid- October.
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The evaporative cooler at its highest efficiency may only cool the home up to 20 degrees cooler than the outside temperature.
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Our home should feel fresh. If it starts to feel musty or humid, that’s a sign we need more airflow or to turn down the evaporative cooler speed.
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Staying Cool​
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Close the blinds during the day to help cool the house and to prevent the sun from entering
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Open a window (About 6 inches is a starting point) in the room you want to cool
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Ensure the ceiling vent is open in the room you are cooling
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Adjusting Airflow
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Open windows or doors slightly to create a steady path for airflow through the home.
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Adjust openings room by room to direct cool air where it’s needed most.
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Avoid closing the house up too tightly—evaporative coolers need airflow to work effectively.
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If doors are hard to open or feel pressurized, that’s a sign more windows need to be opened to relieve pressure and improve airflow.
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Setting Thermostat
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The thermostat is located on the wall between the kitchen and living room
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Activate screen
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Select mode from the lower taskbar to "cool"
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Adjust the temperature on the thermostat
Overview of Touch Screen
Realistic Expectations of the Evaporative Cooler:
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Evaporative coolers require active participation to work efficiently. Windows and doors need to be opened or closed to properly direct airflow.
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They will not cool the home as quickly or to the same low temperatures as a standard air conditioner.
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Evaporative coolers perform best in dry, low-humidity conditions.
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They do not perform well during periods of rain or high humidity.
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These systems can provide excellent cooling before 10 a.m. and in the evenings, though they can be used throughout the day.
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Depending on the season and individual sensitivity to allergens, it may be better to use the evaporative cooler in the evenings rather than the mornings. Pollen levels are typically highest in the morning and can impact indoor air quality.