Evaporative coolers are an inexpensive, simple, and effective way to cool
a building in a hot, dry climate, but they got the nickname "swamp coolers"for a good reason. The fact that the evaporative cooler uses a system
that has both standing water and pads that are constantly kept wet means that
they can emit unpleasant odors. This is not a necessary inconvenience, however.
A little maintenance can remove these odors from your evaporative cooler. Follow the steps below to remove odors in evaporative coolers.
1. Disconnect the cooler from all electrical power, and
drain all the water.
2. Remove
the air filter, and wash it thoroughly with mild soap and water. Replace it if
it still has an odor after washing.
3.Wash
the reservoir out, and flush it with clean water. Prepare the disinfectant and
deodorizer following the instructions on the package. Add this mixture to the
reservoir, and refill it with fresh water.
4.Remove
the cooler pads, and clean them thoroughly with soap and water. Replace them if
they still have an odor. If you have aspen fiber pads, consider replacing them
with modern pads made from synthetic materials. These pads are less likely to
have mold or mildew problems.
5.Put
the filter and pads back on the cooler, reconnect the power, and your job is
complete. Repeat the procedure as needed throughout the summer to prevent
return of the odors.
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