Question 1

How do I order media for my equipment?

Accepted Answer

Pulling out pieces is highly recommended to ensure accuracy of measurement.  Measure depth, width, and height of each piece. You can also measure the space in your equipment that the media needs to fill.  Watch the video for a full explanation and/or CLICK on the image below to see our how to order page.

Question 2

How do I install my media properly?

Accepted Answer

The 45-degree angle should be pointing into the airflow. Both manufacturers have put indicators on the media to help when you install.  Make sure all your pieces fit together snug to allow even water distribution and airflow.  
For our full install guide and other install tips Click the photo below.

Question 3

What is this thin long piece of media with my order? (Distribution Pad)

Accepted Answer

Distribution pad allows water to evenly distribute over the top of your bank of media (grouping of media). The distribution pad always goes on top. 
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Question 4

When do I replace my media?

Accepted Answer

3-5 years is a general estimation. Of course depending on water quality, environmental conditions,  and/or other factors can shorten or lengthen the media lifespan.  
Some telling signs could be scale build that can not easily spray off of soft or mushy media. You can also measure the pressure drop anything above .45”w.c. is time to replace.  It is crucial to replace your media to help with your equipment and efficiency. Media is much cheaper than equipment!
CLICK the photo for our most recent blog on replacement.
You can always send us pictures of your media and we can help you determine the life of your media at office@haveacoolday.com
 
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Question 5

Why does my media smell?

Accepted Answer

New media does have a start-up smell.  Running a few cycles will get rid of the smell.  
If you notice that the media smells overtime: take your media out spray it off and let it dry.
 
Old media can smell and be a big indicator of replacement time
If you ever have any questions about the smell of your media, we are here to help troubleshoot. 
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You can also email us at office@haveacoolday.com or call us at 303-816-7075

Question 6

Should I use a water softener?

Accepted Answer

Soft water has chemicals that will break down your media and shorten the life of your media. It will become soft and mushy because of how the soft water reacts with the glue that holds the media together.

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Question 7

What if I have hard water?

Accepted Answer

Hard water can cause build up but regular cleaning will help.

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You can also purchase tablets that help with build up.  
For ordering details please email office@haveacoolday.com or call at 303-816-7075.

Question 8

Should I use chemicals in my water for my media?

Accepted Answer

It is not a great idea to use chemicals with your media, especially bleach. When you use chemicals it can break down your media and make it soggy and mushy. It will also shorten the life of your media.

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Question 9

Fiberglass media vs. Cellulose paper media?

Accepted Answer

The fiberglass made media is used by many companies that need fire rated material. The fiberglass design is fire resistant, UL-900, and will pass the needs for fire rating. 
The cellulose paper made media is the same as far as design elements go, but is not fire-rated. This media is less expensive and can be used in applications that do not require fire rating.
 
Click here for videos and more about material differences

Question 10

What is edge coating and should I use it?

Accepted Answer

Edge coating also known as MiT-edg or TuF-edg is a coating is dipped onto the media to help with durability. It gives an outer layer on the side of media that gets the most exposure and can help with media durability. 
 
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