KuulAire PACKA50 Portable Evaporative Cooling Unit with 350 Square Foot Cooling Capacity, 750 CFM, Beige Review

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(More customer reviews)I think the KA50 does a great job at what its designed to do. Since I live in Arizona, it is very dry here. I end up using it all year round. In the summer its used to cool the house down and the winter to add humidity to the air since its on the extreme side of dry. When the manufacture states 350 sq ft, they mean it.
Since it does hold a lot of water it can be a pain to fill so I use a hose from my laundry sink. If you don't have one you can use a fish water siphon in reverse direction. There is a meter that tells you how much water is in the unit (Min - Max). It's just a float connected to a piece of plastic pushing the meter up. FYI if the unit is empty or very low, the float can tend to get stuck and end up overfilling the unit because it will still say Min when its full. A simple tap on the machine looses the float and you are good to go. Something to keep in mind but wouldn't deter me from buying.
The unit has 5 casters on it and move with little effort on tile or carpet. (no complaints here)
Sleep mode: I don't see myself using this all that much. All it does is cycle through low, medium, and high fan rates and can get a little annoying with the varying noise levels since there is a drastic sound difference between low and high.
Air direction is easy to control. There is a button that allows the system to pivot left to right or stationary. The vertical control is adjusted by manually moving the vertical fins up and down in pre set positions that they snap into. (no complaints here)
Size: Large. Upon ownership I was wowed by its size. I know dimensions are posted but when you look at it in a store vs the room its going in, it changes perspective greatly. Not something that would deter me from buying, just something to keep in mind. Measure for where its going before purchasing.
It has a removable filter on the back. Basic design. Snap off, clean, snap back on. (no complaints here)
Timer: again, basic. You have an option for 1 through 8 hours incrementing 1 hour at a time.
The unit can be used for cooling (with water pump on) or just as a fan (you guessed it, water pump off).
Has a remote and a cradle to hold it when not in use. (reduces the change of remote getting lost)
It has an extremely powerful fan and has a knob that you can adjust to control how much humidity to add to the air. My only complaint is that it is a little on the loud side.
All in all it's a great machine and does what's advertised. If you are using it in the same room you are sleeping in, you might want to use ear plugs, lol. As stated earlier it's not exactly the quietest piece of equipment in the house. For best use I would probably use it while you are at work or have the machine in a different room blocking some of the noise. Watching TV with this unit next to you isn't exactly an easy task. It is not meant for smaller rooms as the output of this machine is large. Very high output levels. It's more for a living area than a single room or a whole apartment. FYI, if you have high humidity levels in your area, any evaporative cooler will be useless. They are meant for dry climates.


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

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(More customer reviews)Room 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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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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Rival 4071-WN 32-Ounce Hot Pot Express Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought one of these close to ten years ago and it's still going strong, though I've taken it on three cross-country trips, countless weekend getaways and even to Guatemala.
Why? First, I don't like using hotel/motel coffee units -- who knows how clean their innards are? This holds more liquid, is easy to clean, and I know where it's been!
Second, it's useful for more than just heating water. I once took my daughter to a nice Disneyland hotel for four days, and did all our cooking in this little pot because food was so pricey. I heated soup, ramen, veggies, all kinds of things... and we actually ate well (though simply) the whole time.
Other reviewers have noted that it doesn't have auto shut-off. That's a good point, and it's a bit of a pain, particularly when you're as forgetful as I am. But the water always boils loudly enough that I hear it. Could be a problem in everyday use if you are wandering from room to room; fine for a motel.
The flip side is being able to adjust the heat level, which I don't think you could do if the unit shut off automatically. I've found that VERY handy for things that need a gentle heat, and use that feature a lot.
Power cord is frustratingly short, but necessarily so for safety reasons.
Naturally, anything that holds 32 oz. of water is a little bulky, but when I put it in my suitcase I just jam socks and breakables into it, so it ends up taking less room than you'd think. You can snap the top off, which is also a help when packing it. It's fairly lightweight.
The reason I'm back at this page is that my daughter just went to college and took the pot with her. I need a replacement for my travels without her! I was amazed to find the same pot is still being sold after all these years. That's probably a good sign about its quality in an era when things get redesigned every year.
At this price, if it lasted a year or two of steady use, I think I'd still be happy.

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Great for cooking soups, noodles, vegetables, and much more.The Hot Pot boils water up to 60% faster than a microwave and it's easy to clean non-stick cooking surface.

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Soleus Air LX-140, 14,000 BTU Evaporative Portable Air Conditioner, 12,000 BTU Heater, Dehumidifier and Fan Review

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(More customer reviews)The Soleus LX-140 is actually the third portable AC we had in the household. The fist, a discontinued Hampton Bay model worked well and is still operating in a second bedroom. The next, the Sunpentown WA-1010e, was terrible, could only cool the room by about 4 degrees, and broke after a year.
On to the Soleus. The most important thing in a portable AC is obviously cooling ability, and the Soleus lives up to its claims of being one of the more powerful units available. At 14,000 BTU, it has proven capable of getting my 150 sq ft bedroom down to 70 degrees on hot nights, and on sweltering summer days when it's in the upper 90's, it can drop the temp around 15 - 20 degrees if we completely shut out any sunlight and leave the unit runnign on high. This may not seem like a huge drop, but it's about the best one can expect from a portable unit. It is also capable of cooling our larger 300 sq ft master suite, although it maxes out at about a 15 degree drop when it's hot and sunny. Unlike most of the other portable ACs we have looked at and used, this one does produce a steady stream of pretty cold air, and while it is massively huger and more expensive than window units, it rivals them in cooling capacity.
Features - The unit has three fan speeds on all the settings and includes a dehumidifier and heater mode in addition to AC and fan. There is temperature control on the main unit that allows you to select anywhere between 61 and 95 degrees, which is a nice feature since some portable ACs just run and run until you are freezing in the middle of the night. If you set the Soleus to 71 degrees, it will run in AC mode until the room cools down, then it will switch to fan mode until the room warms up again. This is a nice feature that not all portable ACs have. There is a timer setting that can be accessed from the main unit, and allows you to run the unit for a specified number of hours. See the remote control section below for info on the 'time of day' timer. It's not the quietest unit in the world, but most of the noise is a result of the air being pushed through the unit rather than the annoying refrigerator noise you get from some. Light sleepers might not like it, but it drowns out the noisy neighbors with its rather non-offensive white noise. It could also stand to have better circulation features. There is a 'swing' mode on the remote that makes the vent rotate in an up and down direction, but it does not move side to side and the up-down differential is not all that huge.
Exhaust and drainage - The unit comes with two 6 ft plastic hoses that need to be stuck out a window so that it can exhaust the hot air. The dual hose method is supposed to make the unit work a lot better, and between the dual hoses and the high power of the unit it seems to perform superior to any other unit we have looked at. The hoses are a bit wide and cumbersome and could stand to be insulated, but they do the job. While the manufacturer claims the unit does not usually need to be drained, I find their statistics a little optimistic. While I don't need to drain it when I am using it at night to drop the temp from 80 to 70, on really hot and humid days the water reservoir will fill up and need to be emptied every 2 days. Unfortunately, a big design flaw is that there is no automatic shut off on the unit. While the 'drain unit' light will come on in plenty of time, if you ignore it for more than a couple hours the water will start to seep out the bottom of the unit and it will just keep running. I did this once overnight and woke up to find about a gallon of watter puddling on the hard wood floor with all the electrical cords lying in it - not the safest of situations. A second design flaw is that the drain is on the very bottom rear of the unit. If you place it on the floor, only a very very shallow pan can catch the water. There is a rubber hose that comes with the unit that can be used to drain the water either out a window or into a bucket, although either option feels a little poor white trash to me.
Power - At 1500 watts, the unit is a bit of a power hog. All AC units are, and when it's 110 degrees outside the electricity expense is well worth it. However, it should be noted that many circuit breakers and fuse boxes can be overloaded when you throw this unit on with a bunch of other stuff. We had to find a plug on a breaker that was separate from our other main electronics, because running this unit, a tv, stereo and computer all on one breaker was not going to work.
Portability - The unit is moderately heavy, although it does have wheels to make portability a little easier. The photos in the ads hide that it is a little deeper than you might think, and it's foot print is a rather large 20 x 20 inches. There are two exhaust hoses that reach about 6 ft in length, so it needs to be right under or right next to a window. We purchased a small table at Ikea for it to sit on so that the hoses extend straight into the window, which helps cooling capacity greatly since the primary exhaust hose is where all the heat from the room goes, and it can get rather warm. Extanding it to its full 6 feet greatly reduces the colling capacity of the unit, since that's like having a long tubular heater in the room. Better insulated exhaust hoses should be at the top of every portable AC designers list, but none of them seem to have them.

The remote that comes with the unit is so-so. It allows you to access most of the functions, although you need to point it straight at the unit or it will not pick up the signal. Even when the unit does communicate with the remote, it doesn't function 100% properly. For example, if I press 'mode' to switch from AC to fan, the unit will beep to tell me it received the signal. However, it may switch from AC to fan like I asked, or it may stay on AC, or it may switch to heater. Unfortunately you can't tell without looking at the top of the unit. There is also a timer setting on the remote that supposedly lets you program what time of day you want the unit to switch on, probably so you can come home to a cool room after work. This does not work all that well, since you have to remember to point the remote at the unit before leaving and hope it actually turns the unit on when it's supposed to. There is no clock or time of day setting on the main unit at all, so for this feature you have to depend on the remote 100%. The remote is not backlit, so it is hard to see at night.
Overall, the unit gets an A for cooling, a B+ for features, and a C- for remote control. Since my primary objective was to cool a room and getting around the difficulties with the remote is relatively simple, I would indeed recommend this to anyone looking to cool a 200 - 400 sq ft room.


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14,000 BTU Evaporative Portable Air Conditioner with Dehumidifier and Fan has dual motors offering a 3 speed fan with WaveFlo oscillation, along with a 12,000 BTU Heat pump heater, a 60 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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Haier HLP23E Electronic 1-1/2-Cubic-Foot Touch Pulsator Top-Loading Portable Washing Machine Review

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(More customer reviews)I live in a one-bedroom unit in a massive apartment building with 6 laundry machines in the basement. I did not buy this unit from Amazon but rather from a Chinese electronics dealer in my area. Haier is very popular in China and the machine came highly recommended by the dealer.
The dealer delivered it to me, set it up and away we went. I have had this unit for about a month and here are my comments:
1) The unit is quieter than a traditional laundry machine.
2) I have had no problems with balancing the machine or with water intake. It fills quickly so long as there is high water pressure. The machine balances itself by stopping and starting until the clothes are balanced.
3) The high water level can accommodate a lot of clothes. I do about 3 loads a week: shirts/undies, pants, and towels.
4)It uses a lot less soap than traditional washers (about half I would say)
5)The regular wash runs for about 45 mins which I found excessive. The quickwash runs for about 22 minutes and I find that my clothes are perfectly clean. I only use the regular wash for very soiled items.
6) My unit came with casters so I had no problem. You may also buy casters at the hardware store... the casters are fairly standard.
7) Hooking it up to the sink did require a trip to the hardware store but it was easy to find the adapter as I brought the intake hose with me.

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Ideal for small apartments or homes with limited space, this portable washing machine connects to a sink in just five easy steps with the included quick-connect sink adapter. The appliance features a 1-1/2-cubic-foot tub that can accommodate loads both large and small, plus an electronic control panel with an LED display for simple operation. Choose from four wash cycles (soak, wash, rinse, or spin); four water-level settings (very low, low, medium, or high), depending on the size of the load; and six cycle programs (standard, heavy, gentle, quick wash, wash, or spin). It also provides a power "on/off" button, a "start/pause" button for starting or pausing the wash cycle, function indicator lights, a beep to signal the end of the cycle, and automatic shut-off after about 10 minutes. Leveling legs make it possible to stabilize the unit even if it sits on uneven ground, and its see-through top lid allows for checking in on the wash cycle at a glance. To ensure safety, the unit will not operate with the lid open. Accessories include a power-cord clip, a water inlet hose, a drain-hose outlet plug, a gooseneck drain hook, a drain hose clamp, a lint filter, and a water filter--both filters can be removed for cleaning as needed. Fully assembled, the CSA-approved washing machine measures 19-11/16 by 21-1/8 by 34-23/32 inches and carries a one-year warranty.

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PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER Review

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(More customer reviews)Although 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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"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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Champion Cooler 650Cfm Portultra Cooler Cp65 Evaporative (Swamp) Cooler Review

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(More customer reviews)Well it's 107 w/ 27 percent humidity in the shade outside right now, 84 with 55 percent humidity in the room with the CP65. It actually feels more like 78 with the breeze it creates. This is a 325 square foot room.
Yes, it does spit very tiny droplets of water out the front. It's not much but it is there.
This is replacing an M150 which leaked, leaked, leaked. DO NOT USE the M150 inside a home, it is probably fine out in a garage with a concrete floor.
The CP65 is quieter than the a/c unit in the room and much quieter than the M150. Doesn't have that low hum of a compressor running.
The a/c unit in the room pulls 700 watts, this uses just 76 watts.
Pros:
Has a good breeze on high, it will blow your hair back if you are right in front of it
LED display - Stays back lit for a couple of minutes after you touch it, shows the 3 speeds, whether it's pumping or not, has a low water indicator and shows if it's oscillating
Has an easy to see water level indicator on the front of the unit
LED display will show when it's low on water
When it gets really low on water and subtle audible alarm goes off for a minute
The pump shuts off when water gets too low
Only .83 amps, that's just 99 watts or .13 horsepower for comparison to other coolers
Quiet
Cons:
Does spit tiny droplets of water out the front, not a big deal for all the cooling it provides, I have a towel on the floor in front of it.
Air inlet is on the side of the unit. Technically the inlet should be in front of a slightly open window to draw dry air on from outside. Seems to be working fine though and this may be helping keep the noise down.

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Small Fan & Mini-Air Conditioner: Stay Cool Anywhere with Handy Cooler - BLUE Review

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(More customer reviews)This product is an amazing innovation. It might not resemble any sort of product you see on the Walmart shelves, but it sort of looks like a hand held camera. It's actually a little air cooler that helps cool air by using a cooling filter that needs water refilled every couple of hours.
It's great for people to are always on the go, or for those of you who can't bear the outdoor heat. I go back to Japan every year, and I'm surprised I finally see something in the states that Japan does not have yet! YES very surprising.
Anyhow, I decided to do my first video review. Please be easy on your comments. Before I bought this, I was confused how this thing works. The description says to add water to the device, but it isn't very clear on how this is done. You basically have to manually remove the cover and pour water onto the cooling pad which can be quite troublesome when you are outside. I hope this video gives a better understanding.
Funny how the unit sounds really noisy in the clip whilst in real life it really isn't noisy at all. The unit is barely noticeable while I work on my computer. Sometimes its so quiet that I even forget that I left it turned on.
The cooling test part was performed with a dual reading thermometer. It was a rather-cool-day, the temp was around 76 degree F, and 55% RH. The cooling it produced was 10F. If you used it in a hotter and drier place, the air coming out can be alot cooler. Fair enough, at quite a `cool' room temperature the unit doing 10F temperature is quite comfortable, especially when you are irritated from your sweating underwear!
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Small fan that can cool air up to 30F. This revolutionary evaporative cooling fan is the closest thing to a hand held mini air conditioner! Use it outdoors or keep it indoors as a desk fan. Provides gentle cool breeze. Uses evaporative cooling technology. Add water to soak the cooling filter. Ambient air is forced through the wet cooling filter and cools down. Works best in dry and hot climates. Fully portable and mobile, take it literally anywhere you want. Rotatable turbine wheel allows adjustment of the cool breeze of air. Humidifies air - makes breathing comfortable and alleviates allergies. Variable power control. Stands by itself on any flat surface. Comfortable adjustable leather strap. Ergonomically designed, user-friendly, and easy to use. Environmentally friendly. 4xAA batteries allow 5 hours portable operation. Connect to USB (cable included) or home socket power (sold separately) for continuous operation. Includes dedicated 60ml water bottle, USB cable and 1x cooling filter. Best for hot flashes, home and office use, camping, outdoor sports, watching the game, and more. Mere 12oz with batteries loaded! Cooling filter life expectancy: 1 year. Patent-pending. Version 2.0. Comes with 1 year manufacturer's warranty. Wall Socket Home Adapter (extra 30% power), Replacement Cooling Filters Pack (x2pcs) and Flexible Air Tube (redirects air anywhere) finally available on sale on amazon! Add them to your order. Either search for keywords or browse on our 'Genexus' amazon storefront.

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Portable Countertop Ice Maker - White Review

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(More customer reviews)I've had this product for 7 months. I've used it regularly & had absolutely no problems at all with it. Except for the initial start up (which only lasts a couple of minutes) it runs quietly. It makes ice fast, the first batch is usually ready within 5-10 minutes and each successive batch takes about 4-6 minutes on medium sized cubes.
I use the medium sized cube setting, though there isn't a lot of difference between the 3 sizes. The ice will be wet because this is an ice maker, not a freezer. This isn't a problem if you are going to use the ice right away. It comes with a handy little scoop too. If you want to store the ice for later use, you will need to freeze it before adding it to an ice dispenser. I just pour the ice into gallon sized zipper freezer bags & stash them away. It's simple to separate the cubes after they've hardened up a bit. I usually pour them into the ice dispenser in my refrigerator freezer at that point.
I bought this ice maker because we have a big family & lots of guests and our ice maker in the refrigerator freezer has trouble keeping up with demand. This is the perfect solution. You can make ice quickly as needed or make it & store it ahead of time.
We keep it out on the counter all the time. Most people think it's a bread maker. I have found it to be quick, quiet & dependable. I'm very satisfied with it. For the money spent on it (less than $200 including shipping) I consider it one of the best appliance investments I've ever made.

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Get a great value in this Koldfront portable ice maker. This countertop ice maker pumps out up to 28 pounds of ice per day and stores about two pounds at a time in its insulated storage bin. Plus, the attractive white finish looks great almost anywhere. Just plug this compact ice maker in, fill its internal water reservoir (capacity is about a gallon), and turn it on- you'll have cool, fresh ice in less than 10 minutes! Additionally, that this ice maker is truly portable - anywhere you can plug it in to a standard 110V outlet and fill it with water, you can get ice! No permanent installation is required. Of course, is is perfectly sized for the countertop, wet bar, RV, and many other applications. Note: As mentioned above, this ice maker is not a freezer. The ice stored in the insulated storage bin melts and is steadily recycled into more fresh ice.

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Handy Cooler - First-ever Evaporative Cooling Mini Fan / Battery Fan / Small Desk Fan / mini air conditioner - BLACK Review

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(More customer reviews)OVERVIEW
Handy Cooler is the perfect travel/everyday must-have. It weighs a little over 4 ounces I would say. The size of the handy cooler is astonishing for an air cooler. It is about the size of a water bottle and the handle fits very well. I love how you can adjust the angle of the blowout direction. The air that comes out is cooler than fans, and it doesn't come off too strong. However, don't expect it to be as cold as and as powerful as a full-size AC.

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It works by evaporation. For cool air, you need to wet the sponge with the mini-bottle provided or wet it with water over the sink. I think it might even be a good idea to put it in the fridge for a while so that the air that comes out is even cooler.

BATTERIES
It can be powered by plugging it into a computer with the USB cord provided, or by 4 AA batteries which lasts about 5 hours. You can even purchase a 6V wall adapter for it.

CONCLUSION
- cooler than the most fans
- great design
- humidified air
- easy to use
- portable

SCORE/VERDICT
09/10: Recommended

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Mini air conditioner / small portable fan that can cool air up to 30F. The only mini fan in the world that is hand held! Can also be used a desk fan. Provides gentle cool breeze. Uses evaporative cooling technology. Add water to soak the cooling filter. Ambient air is forced through the wet cooling filter and cools down. Works best in dry and hot climates. Fully portable and mobile, take it literally anywhere you want. Rotatable turbine wheel allows adjustment of the cool breeze of air. Humidifies air - makes breathing comfortable and alleviates allergies. Variable power control. Stands by itself on any flat surface. Comfortable adjustable leather strap. Ergonomically designed, user-friendly, and easy to use. Environmentally friendly. 4xAA batteries allow 5 hours portable operation. Connect to USB (cable included) or home socket power (sold separately) for continuous operation. Includes dedicated 60ml water bottle, USB cable and 1x cooling filter. Best for hot flashes, home and office use, camping, outdoor sports, watching the game, and more. Mere 12oz with batteries loaded! Cooling filter life expectancy: 1 year. Patent-pending. Version 2.0. Comes with 1 year manufacturer's warranty. Wall Socket Home Adapter (extra 30% power), Replacement Cooling Filters Pack (x2pcs) and Flexible Air Tube (redirects air anywhere) finally available on sale on amazon! Add them to your order. Either search for keywords or browse on our 'Genexus' amazon storefront.

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Port-a-Cool KuulAire KA70 Portable Cooler (150 Sq. Ft.) Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this unit to cool a small area in my basement because there are no windows down there to vent a air conditioner. I didn't think a company would sell me a fan for 200.00!!! I'm so "HOT" right now(pun intended). According to the description you would be led to believe that this unit is a bit more than a fan. There is absolutely no need for this product, it is absolutely unneccasary. It's less than a fan! A fan covers more area than this box of nothing. It is described as an air cooler that can handle approx 150 square feet. That's a lie! I called the company and they told me that depending on where you live it might not work! If you are in the market for something more than a fan this is not the product for you. The sad thing is I paid extra for shipping and I have to pay to send it back to them I'm gonna be out of 73 bucks!!!. Choose wisely.

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Port-A-Cool KuulAire KA70 Portable Evaporative Swamp CoolerThe KuulAire KA70 Portable Evaporative Swamp Cooler and provides a flow of cool, refreshing air into a hot, uncomfortable environment. It has a modern appearance and features manual switch operation for easy adjustment. The KA70 features 3 fan speed settings and can function as a cooler, fan and humidifier. It can hold 4 gallons of water, so you don't have to refill it often. Oscillating louvers are included, so the cool air is spread throughout the room. The KA70 is completely portable. The design is compact and attractive and will fit into any setting. A 1-year warranty is included. Dimensions: 14.2" W x 15" D x 31.3" H 22 lbs.

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O2Cool 8101 Deluxe Battery-Operated Handheld Water-Misting Fan Review

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(More customer reviews)Although the fan spins rather fast it produces almost no breeze. And the spray bottle is not a mist, rather a fairly concentrated stream. The effect is the same as if the fan were not even on and I just squirted myself in the face. Kind of defeats the whole purpose. A very poor product that I won't get any use out of. Also the bottle leaks and the battery compartment won't stay closed.

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On even the hottest of summer days, stay cool and refreshed with this clever personal misting fan. Ergonomically designed for comfort, yet compact enough to tote just about anywhere, the unit features a dual-purpose design that both fans and mists for superior cooling capacity. Simply fill the reservoir with water, reattach the fan head, and squeeze the fingertip-activated pump trigger to create a gentle mist that evaporates when fanned, drawing away body heat with it. Powerful enough to generate a soothing breeze, the unit's flexible blades won't injure fingers, making it a safe and smart choice for days at the beach, pool parties, sporting events, and more. The handheld misting fan requires two AA batteries (not included) and measures approximately 4 by 5-2/7 by 12-4/5 inches.

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Gulpy Pet Water Dispenser Review

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(More customer reviews)I got this product at a petco/petsmart and it worked for several months, but then another family member of mine dropped it and it broke.
But while we were using it, it worked great!
The only thing I wished it had was a stand so it could stand up on its own, without needing someone to hold up. That is why I subtracted a star.

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Gulpy Pet Water Dispenser - FEATURES: EXCLUSIVE FLIP OPEN/FLIP CLOSE DESIGN, AUTOMATICALLY SEALS WHEN NESTED, CONVENIENT BUILT-IN BELT CLIP, GENEROUS 20oz. CAPACITY, SLIP PROOF BOTTLE GRIP, LIFETIME WARRANTY. FITS BICYCLE WATER BOTTLE HOLDERS. WE HOPE YOU

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MovinCool Office Pro 60 60,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner With Electronic Thermostat Control Review

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(More customer reviews)At some point, anyone with a server room will experience overheating problems. Whether it's caused by building cooling failure, or by overtaxing the air handling system to your server room, heat will be the source of trouble at some point in your server room operations.
I should clarify what I mean by "server room". I am not referring to data centers, which are specifically designed to house hundreds or even thousands of high heat generating server racks, with raised floors, sub-floor cooling systems, large UPS rooms, and days worth of backup generator power. In this case "server room" refers to a dedicated room in a small or medium sized business, where anywhere from one to about five server racks house the data servers for the business's computer operations. (e.g. Law Offices, Insurance Companies, Security Firms, Software Developers, etc.)
For many small businesses, the idea of a server room is an unplanned necessity, resulting from the realization that the receptionist's computer is no longer a sufficient data server for the entire office. When server rooms are set up in existing office space, as most are, they are usually provided the same amount of cooling as the "people space." The problem is that servers produce much more heat than people in an office.
Enter the Movincool Office Pro 60 Portable Air Conditioner. This unit provides five cooling tons of air conditioning to these undercooled areas. While it's not as easy to set up as the manufacturer claims, it's still a very reasonable option. Movincool makes it sound like you just roll it in, plug it in, and you're ready to go. In reality, it's a little bit more involved than that. Specifically, you need to have a dedicated 50 amp, 230 volt circuit available for this unit. It does not plug into a normal outlet. Depending on the location of your power panel and your relationship with your local electrical contractor, installing the dedicated circuit and outlet can cost as little as a $150, to well over $1000.
Another issue to take into consideration is that this unit, like all refrigeration units, produces condense water that needs to be drained. The Movincool handles this very well. It has a built-in condensate pump that will pump the condense water out of the unit, through the included 25' drain hose. This allows you to drain the water into a drain above the level of the A/C unit itself, such as a kitchen or bathroom sink, or even outside, through a wall.
After power and water drain issues have been addressed, the next important consideration is the venting the unit. Air conditioners pump heat from one source to another, in this case air to air. While you have ice cold air blasting out of the front of the unit, you also have hot air billowing up from the top of the unit. An air duct mounts to the top to carry this hot air out and away, usually into the building air return system above your ceiling tiles. (There is even a ceiling tile adapter for the air duct.) The air that blows out of the top of the unit is pulled in from the side, thereby drawing out conditioned room air and replacing it with air from the surrounding office area. If this isn't a problem in your case, don't worry about it. If you have a sealed room that can't readily replace air being pulled out of it, Movincool makes an adapter that allows you to hook up another air duct from the building supply air (cooling register) to the air intake on the side of the unit. Problem solved.
Lastly, remember to take size into consideration. It's hard to get a perspective of the size of this unit from pictures. It's not like those little home units that are only a little bit bigger than a paper shredder. This unit is 30" wide, by 52" long, by 64" high, more like an entertainment center than an air conditioner. If you need to use the air intake adapter on the side, add about another 24" to the width, just to be safe.
While these four considerations definitely need some planning, it's still a very feasible installation, even on short notice; not to mention much cheaper than a permanent installation. Best of all, if you are in leased office space, you can take your investment with you when you decide to move to a new location. Overall, this unit is a great investment.

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If what you need is supplemental cooling for hot spots, don't spend your entire budget! Order the MovinCool OfficePro60 60,000BTU portable air conditioner, which specializes in cooling areas like offices, server rooms, and other rooms with electronics. Make sure to protect your heat generating equipment from meltdowns that cripple daily operations. Practice effective risk management by having a MovinCool OfficePro60 in your workplace. No Costly Installation You don't need to worry about complicated and expensive installation with the MovinCool OfficePro60. This unit has been designed for you to easily install, simply roll in to the room, plug in, and turn it on. And its compact design allows it easily fit into tight spaces, providing you with a faster cooling solution.Powerful Cooling The OfficePro60 portable air conditioner will provide you with maximum spot cooling with its strong 60,000 BTU of cooling power. It's perfect for providing the fast and powerful spot cooling to the room that needs it the most.Low Cost Operation Are you in need of a portable AC with a low operation cost? Well the OfficePro60 60,000BTU portable air conditioner operates on a low 220v of power, so it can be used for as little as 15 cents per hour! It's the perfect low cost operation solution to your spot cooling problem.Effective Risk Management Don't risk a meltdown with you heat generating electronics! The OfficePro60 portable air conditioner will protect your important equipment by providing supplemental cooling and even emergency back-up cooling to prevent a heat-related crisis. And for the safety of your equipment, this unit is capable of being programmed to keep your equipment cooled after work hours and during weekends.

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SPT WA-1230E 12,000-BTU Portable Air Conditioner with Remote Control Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this AC unit during the excess heat wave this summer. The unit, (once properly vented) works really well for cooling my bed room but it shuts off when the water needs drained. Durning these hot temperatures this is after only 2-2.5 hrs. Draining the water is not an easy task because the drain is only 1 inch from the floor so you can only use a really really shallow dish. It does come with a hose to connect to a drain for continous drainage but the drain must be below or at the same level as the AC unit.
This drainage problem makes the unit NOT useful for long term cooling (you can't run it all night or use it to cool while at work)
As a long term solution I am working on buidling a stand to set the unit on for continous drainage into a bucket but it is heavey and vibration makes noise a problem. Other portable AC unit have a collecting bottle which is easy to revome for drainage.



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Ideal for rooms up to 400 square feet, this portable air conditioner features a 12,000-BTU cooling capacity and an energy-efficiency rating of 12.63. The unit also functions as a dehumidifier, removing up to 65 pints of moisture from the air per day (the dehumidifier functions automatically in AC mode). During the cooling process, its self-evaporating system extracts water from the air into the unit. Most of this water then gets recycled and used to cool the cooling coils for more efficient operation. The air conditioner comes equipped with a 3-1/5-pint water tank and two fan speeds, as well as a digital thermostat, digital temperature display, and remote control, which makes it simple to use. Choose between continuous operation or the programmable timer, which can be preset up to 12 hours. The unit also provides a 64- to 90-degree F thermostat, a washable air filter, an activated carbon filter to help remove odor, a built-in water tank or extended water tube for continuous drainage, and an easy-grip handle and large casters for convenient mobility. Other highlights include an LCDI plug, fire-resistant PVC plastic housing, a rotary compressor, directional air discharge louvers, and an extendable exhaust hose (up to 5 feet). The unit requires exhaust hose installation, and all standard accessories come included. Weighing 76 pounds, the air conditioner measures 15-1/4 by 16-1/2 by 30-1/2 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Portable Mini Spot Cooler Air Conditioner with Dehumidifier Review

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(More customer reviews)Cold air out the pipe warm air out the back. Don't expect this thing to cool down your garage or what ever, it isn't designed for that. Having this thing cool your room is like opening your refrigerator and expecting it to cool your kitchen. But if your in an open area it will blow cool air for you. Maybe be useful if you are stay in one area or spot cooling a machine, but other wise its use is limited.

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The iLIVING spot cooler Model No. ILG-918 is a safe and powerful spot cooler, designed to cool a spot instantly. The spot cooling technology comes from Japan and is in use for many years. it has proven to ben an excellent system for safety outdoor spot cooling while saving you on bills. Requiring no set up, the mini spot cooler comes with a Handle and 4 caster wheels for better portability. In fact, you can easily move it around the house, from room to room, to your garage or to an area where cool air is needed. Also ideal for outdoor sport leisure locations, shops, computer or server rooms where air conditioner is lacking. The iLIVING spot cooler is equipped with a water tank for simple condensation removal. The closed rotary compressor automatically shuts off when the water tank is full. Order one today, and let our compact size and quiet operation cooling unit bring you temprorary or permanent cooling relief.

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Mypressi Twist Portable Espresso Maker Review

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(More customer reviews)I originally got the Mypressi Twist in March. I was blown away by the great shots it was able to produce after only a few tries of getting used to it. Who would have thought such great espresso could have come from this little thing? I really loved the thing, and used it each morning for one double shot. However, as time went on the cartridge life continually declined. At first, I could get the 4 double shots from one cartridge, then 3, then just one. I could hear the gas leaking out slowly. Thought it might be bad cartridges, but it was not. I contacted MyPressi and they said there were problems with some of the early units having a 'slow leak.' On their website, they say they'll send you a "slow-leak patch kit," but in reality there is no kit, they just replace the unit. So I'm thinking, "Wow, what great customer service!" As they said they would, the replacement unit was sent. It was not a new unit, and it was obviously used. The end cap had extra metal soldered into the end, and I could instantly see some gas leaking out from around the bowl (cold on metal). And it made sounds not like my other. I knew it would not last. Again, the Mypressi worked for about a month of daily 1 double shot use. Then, just like the last unit, it is down to 1 double (or single, ONE TIME use only) per cartridge. I again contacted mypressi and they will not respond. I tried posting this info on the help and message board on their site, but all posts relating to the Mypressi not working well are IMMEDIATELY erased (vs 'how do I do this' posts). The Mypressi has a year warranty, but the thing only lasts two months. I am very disappointed as I did love it at first. I tend to think this company may go under...

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Enjoy delicious coffee and espresso-based beverages with a portable espresso maker that requires no external power, no lever, no dials, no power cords, and no complex set up. Voted best new consumer product of 2009/2010 by the Specialty Coffee Association of America (SCAA), the world's largest association of coffee professionals, the Twist is truly portable and incredibly easy to use. And it makes delicious, smooth espresso time after time. Producing single or double shots from either fresh-ground coffee or ESE pods, the Twist requires no external power. Just put in the pod or ground coffee, pour in some hot water, and pull the trigger. Espresso requires high pressure to make a perfect shot, and the Twist\'s extraordinary espresso engine uses the same 100-percent recyclable and affordable 8g pressure cartridges that have been safely used in whipped cream dispensers and soda makers around the world for over 80 years. Each cartridge has sufficient pressure to make up to four double shots and eight single shots of espresso. The Twist\'s patent-pending technology regulates the cartridge to provide the perfect amount of pressure required to make delicious shots of espresso time after time. The Twist also easily creates the espresso base for a delicious range of drinks and desserts like cappuccinos, mochas, lattes, affogatos, frozen coffee drinks, espresso martinis, and more. The Twist is also easy to clean without requiring special tablets or complex cleaning procedures. Just give it a quick rinse when you\'re done.* Delicious espresso delivered effortlessly in single or double shots from this stylish award-winning portable espresso maker * Perfect for the home or office, the great outdoors, or anytime you are among family and friends * High temperature stability ensures the espresso is extracted at the perfect temperature, while the dynamic pressure engine ensures a soft pre-infusion and build up, ensuring the ultimate in smooth-tasting coffee * Converts from ESE Pods to fresh ground coffee in just seconds; Easy for beginners while allowing espresso enthusiasts to get the most from their beans * This item is not for sale in Catalina Island

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