INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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ONLY THE FINEST SINCE 1945
®
VFAN MINI
MODELS: VFANMC (MINI CLASSIC)
& VFANMM (MINI MODERN)
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HERE IS WHAT'S INSIDE
Important Safety Instructions ...................................................................................... 4
Features and Benets ................................................................................................ 10
Grill Removal .............................................................................................................. 11
Blade Removal ........................................................................................................... 12
Cleaning ..................................................................................................................... 13
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................... 14
Warranty ..................................................................................................................... 15
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READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This owner’s guide and any additional inserts are considered part of the product.
They contain important information about safety, use and disposal. Before using
the product, please familiarize yourself with all operating and safety instructions.
Please keep all documents for future reference and pass these documents
on, together with the product, to any future owner. See www.vornado.com/
circulators-manuals to view, download and print the most current version of these
instructions.
INTENDED USE: This product is intended to circulate the air in indoor living
spaces only in the United States and Canada. This product is not intended for
commercial or industrial use. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for
damage or injury due to unauthorized use or product modication. Failure to
follow these directions will void the product warranty.
WARNING: RISK TO CHILDREN AND IMPAIREDPERSONS
- Supervision is required during the installation, operation, cleaning and
maintenance of this product by children under age 12 and anyone with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance, its parts and
packaging material.
INSTALLATION WARNING—TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL
SHOCK AND INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
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- Place this product away from curtains, draperies, tablecloths and other fabrics,
since they may be drawn into the fan, damage the motor and/or cause a re.
- No part of this product (the appliance, power cord, plug, packaging, etc.)
should be placed near furnaces, replaces, stoves or other high temperature
heat sources. Do not use this product in a window, on an uneven or unstable
surface, or near water.
- The appliance, power supply, power cord and plug cannot come into contact
with water. Do not use this product on wet surfaces. Do not use this product
in a bathtub or shower or position product where it may fall into a bathtub,
laundry, swimming pool or other water container. Do not use this product
outdoors or expose it weather or elements.
- Do Not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners,
or similar coverings. Do not route the cord under furniture or appliances.
Arrange cord away from trafc area and where it will not be tripped over. The
cord should not hang over edges of counters or be placed where it can be
crimped or closed in doors. Place appliance near an easily accessible outlet so
the product can be unplugged quickly during an emergency.
SAFE USE WARNING—TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK
AND INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THEFOLLOWING:
- WARNING: To reduce likelihood of circuit overload, re and electric shock, do
not operate with a solid state speed device, such as a dimmer control switch.
- Do Not operate any fan with a damaged cord or plug. Discard fan or return
to an authorized service facility for examination and/or repair. Do not operate
unit if it has been dropped or is damage is apparent to any part of the unit. To
avoid risk of electrical shock, do not attempt to repair or replace parts. Only
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original replacement parts may be used. Contact Vornado Consumer Service
at 1-800-234-0604 (phone) or [email protected] (email) for further
instructions about replacement and repair.
- Risk of re. Your appliance may be equipped with a detachable power supply
or a cord/plug with a safety device such as a fuse. Use only the power cord and
plug provided.
- Before plugging power cord into electrical outlet, be sure that all electrical
information on the rating label, including voltage, is compatible with your
outlet’s power supply.
- Never use the cord as a handle or otherwise yank, strain or stretch the
power cord.
- While the product is plugged in, do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter
any input or output opening as this may cause risk of electric shock or re, or
damage the product.
- A loose t between wall outlet (receptacle) and plug may cause overheating
and distortion of the plug. Discontinue use of the product in this outlet.
Contact a qualied electrician to replace loose or worn outlets.
- This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other.) To
reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to t in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not t fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.
If it still does not t, contact a qualied electrician. Do not attempt to defeat
this safety feature.
- Before moving, repositioning, servicing, cleaning and when not in use, use
the product controls to turn off the power and then unplug. To disconnect
from outlet, grasp and pull only the plug. Also, power off and unplug if the
product will be left unattended for an extended period of time or during
electrical storms.
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SERVICING WARNING—TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK
AND INJURY TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
- Clean your product regularly, only as is instructed in this manual. Prior to
cleaning, turn off the power on your product and unplug. Do not use gasoline,
thinners, solvents, ammonias or other chemicals for cleaning. Refer to the
CLEANING instructions provided.
- Do Not open appliance housing while product is plugged in. To avoid risk
of shock, all service and/or repairs must be done by a Vornado Authorized
Service Center.
- This product employs overload protection (fuse). A blown fuse indicates
an overload or short-circuit situation. If the fuse blows, unplug the product
from the outlet. Replace the fuse as per the user servicing instructions
(follow product marking for proper fuse rating) and check the product. If the
replacement fuse blows, a short-circuit may be present and the product should
be discarded or returned to an authorized service facility for examination and/
or repair.
USER SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Using the product controls, turn off the appliance.
2. Grasp the plug (not the cord) and disconnect from the outlet.
3. Risk of Fire. Replace fuse only with 2.5 Amp, 125 Volt fuse with amperage as
approved by Vornado Consumer Service. For an authorized replacement fuse,
please contact Vornado Consumer Service.
4. Once the replacement is received, use a small at-head screwdriver to slide
open the fuse cover (located on the plug) (See next page, Fig. A).
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5. Remove fuse by using the screwdriver to gently lift each end of the fuse (Fig. B).
6. Install the replacement fuse by using the screwdriver to gently push each
metal end of the fuse into the receptacle one at a time. Do not push on the
center of the fuse—it is fragile and may break.
7. Slide the fuse cover closed using the screwdriver. When closed, the cover
should t completely in the plug. No part of the cover should stick out (Fig. C).
8. Plug your appliance into the outlet and turn the power on.
9. If the replacement fuse blows, a short-circuit may be present and the
product should be discarded or returned to an authorized service facility for
examination and/or repair.
Risk of re. Do not replace attachment plug. Contains a safety device (fuse,
AFCI, LCDI) that should not be removed. Discard product if the attachment plug
is damaged.
FCC CONSUMER ADVISEMENT
This equipment may generate, use and/or radiate radio frequency energy that
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
contact Vornado Consumer Service at 1-800-234-0604. Changes or modications
to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Fig. A Fig. B Fig. C
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DISPOSAL WARNING TO REDUCE WASTE AND ENVIRONMENTAL HARM,
OBSERVE THEFOLLOWING:
PACKAGE RECYCLING: The packaging protects the appliance from
transport damage. The packaging materials are selected from the point
of view of their environmental friendliness and disposal technology and
are therefor recyclable. Dispose of all packaging materials in an
environmentally responsible manner.
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FEATURES and BENEFITS
Inlet Guide Cones direct air to the most efcient
parts of the propeller blades.
Deep-pitched propeller blades “bite” off and
circulate more air.
Dual injector cones and powerful blades cause
the air leaving to spiral - allowing it to travel
farther than typical fans.
For fully exible performance, Vornado gives you
as much or as little air as you desire.
Direct the airow with the touch of your ngers
with the easy-to-adjust head.
All moving parts are enclosed for safety
and silence.
TWIN AIR
CONES
DEEP-PITCHED
PROPELLER
BLADES
VORTEX
TORNADO
ACTION
TWO
SPEEDS
FULL ACTION
PIVOT HEAD
SAFE and QUIET
DESIGN
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GRILL REMOVAL
FOR ALL VFAN MINI MODELS
WARNING: To avoid risk of re, electrical shock, or injury to persons, unplug the Air
Circulator before removing the grill.
Tip: To prevent scratching, gently cover the tip of a at screwdriver with a soft cloth.
Place at screwdriver against the angled section of the grill support tab, (as shown)
and press outward to allow the grill wire to be released from the support tab. Repeat
on second and third grill support tab. To reinstall, relocate grill wire ends into the
support tabs, use the at screwdriver to ex back the support tabs to allow grill to
snap into place. Be sure all three grill wire ends are engaged.
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WARNING: To avoid risk of re, electrical shock, or injury to persons, make sure the Air
Circulator is still unplugged before removing the blade.
It is possible to remove the blade should something accidentally get wrapped
around the motor shaft. Once the grill is removed (see GRILL REMOVAL section)
pull the blade straight out from the shaft. When replacing, push the blade all the
way on the shaft until it bottoms out. Do not use a hammer as this could result in
bearing damage.
BLADE REMOVAL
FOR ALL VFAN MINI MODELS
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Because your Air Circulator moves a substantial amount of air, it will need regular
cleaning. To avoid risk of re, electrical shock, or injury to persons, unplug the unit
before any cleaning activity.
The motor is permanently lubricated and requires no oiling.
To clean motor cap and inlet ribs: Use a common household
vacuum. Do not use water to clean these parts of the
Air Circulator.
To clean grill: Remove grill (See GRILL REMOVAL instructions)
and dust or wash with a mild dishwashing soap. Do not
place grill in the dishwasher. The excessive heat can remove
the plating.
To clean blade: Wipe with a damp cloth. If your Air Circulator
is used in a greasy environment, such as a kitchen, mild soap
or a common household cleaner may be necessary. Do not
use solvents.
To clean base: Wipe with a damp cloth.
CLEANING
FOR ALL VFAN MINI MODELS
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Possible Cause and SolutionProblem
Unit is not plugged in. Plug Power Cord into electrical outlet.
Ensure unit fan speed setting is selected.
Plug fuse has blown. Replace fuse. See USER
SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS.
Unit is damaged or in need of repair. Cease usage and unplug.
Contact Consumer Service for assistance.
The outlet is worn or damaged.Try another outlet or contact a
qualied electrician.
Unit set to a low speed setting. Adjust to a higher speed setting.
Airow is blocked. Remove obstruction.
Adjust direction of airow towards the user.
Under certain conditions, it is possible for a reset GFCI (Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupter) outlet to trip when the user is changing speeds
on a Vornado circulator. In this event, change to an outlet that is not
connected to a GFCI device. It could also indicate a weak or defective
GFCI outlet. Contact a qualied electrician to check the GFCI outlet.
UNIT FAILS TO POWER ON
AIRFLOW IS WEAK
OR SLOW
GFCI HAS TRIPPED
TROUBLESHOOTING
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Vornado Air LLC (“Vornado”) warrants to the original consumer or purchaser this
Vornado
®
Personal Air Circulator (“Product”) is free from defects in material or
workmanship for a period of ve (5) years from the date of purchase. If any such defect
is discovered within the warranty period, Vornado, at its discretion, will repair or replace
the Product at no cost.
For warranty or repair service:
Call 1-800-234-0604 or email [email protected] to obtain a Return Authorization
(“RA”) form. Please have or include your Product’s model number and serial number,
as well as your name, address, city, state, Zip code and phone number when contacting
Vornado for warranty service.
After receiving the RA form, ship your Product to:
Vornado Air LLC Attn: Warranty & Repair 415 East 13th Street, Andover, KS 67002. For
your convenience, please have your model number and serial number when contacting
Vornado with service inquiries. To ensure proper handling, packages must be clearly
marked with the RA number. Packages not clearly marked with the RA number may
be refused at the receiving dock. Please allow 1-2 weeks for repair and return of your
Product after the Product is received.
Repairs not covered by the warranty or outside the warranty period will require a fee to
cover the cost of materials, labor, handling and shipping.
Personal Air Circulator 5 Year Limited Warranty
WARRANTY
5
year
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This warranty does not apply to defects resulting from abuse of the Product,
modication, alteration, mishandling, improper maintenance, commercial use or repair
or service of the Product by anyone other than Vornado; damages which occur in
shipment or are attributed to acts of God. Improper product use, which includes using
an external device that alters or converts the voltage or frequency of electricity, or
shipping a Vornado product to a country not intended for use will void all warranties.
Any unauthorized product modication, repair by unauthorized repair center or use
of non-approved replacement parts is not recommended and any consequences
will not be covered by support services or product warranties. The product warranty
will be honored only on models that are being used in the country intended. REPAIR
OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. VORNADO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY
APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO
THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from
state to state. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for damage or injury caused
by failure to follow these instructions, improper product use or unauthorized product
modications. Any such actions will invalidate the product warranty.
All company names and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.
©All rights reserved. All technical information, data and instructions for the installation,
connection and operation contained in these instructions for use correspond to the
latest available information at time of printing. The contents of this manual may differ
slightly from the actual product. Observe any additional supplements.
U.S. Patent 7,530,783.
Vornado Air, LLC
415 East 13th Street, Andover, Kansas 67002
800.234.0604 | vornado.com
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