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WHOLE ROOM CIRCULATOR
OWNER’S GUIDE
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Important Safety Instructions ............................................................. 4
Features ..............................................................................................7
Getting Started ................................................................................... 8
Cleaning .............................................................................................. 9
Troubleshooting ............................................................................... 11
Warranty ............................................................................................12
CONTENTS
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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 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. This product is intended for
oor use only. 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 Impaired Persons
Supervision is required during the installation, operation, cleaning and
maintenance of this product by children 12 years of age and younger
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 re, electrical shock
and injury to persons, observe the following:
- Place this product away from curtains, draperies, tablecloths and
other fabrics, since they may be drawn into the product, damage the
motor and/or cause a re.
- Do not use in areas where gasoline, paint, or ammable liquids are
used or stored.
- 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 to
weather or elements.
- Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw
rugs, runners, or similar coverings. Do not route 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 re, electrical shock and
injury to persons, observe the following:
- 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 the unit has been dropped or damaged. Do
not use this product if it has a damaged power cord or plug. To
avoid risk of electrical shock, do not attempt to repair or replace
parts. Only original replacement parts may be used. If the power
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cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent, or similarly qualied persons in order to avoid a
hazard. Contact Vornado Consumer Service at 1-800-234-0604
(phone) or [email protected] (email) for further
instructions about replacement and repair.
- 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.
- Do not sit or stand on product.
- 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 product’s power cord is equipped with a three-prong,
grounded plug that must be inserted into a grounded receptacle.
- 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.
SERVICING WARNING—To reduce risk of re, 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 5 Amp, 125 Volt fuse 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 Fig. A).
5. Remove fuse by using the screwdriver to gently lift each end of
the fuse (See 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 (See Fig. C).
8. Plug your appliance into the outlet and turn the power on.
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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.
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FEATURES
FULL 360° PIVOTING HEAD
POWERFUL DUSTPROOF
WATER-RESISTANT IP-54
RATED MOTOR
TOOL FREE ASSEMBLY
EXTRA LONG 10’
GROUNDED POWER CORD
NON-MARKING FEET STURDY STEEL BASE
3 VERSATILE SPEEDS
EASY CLEAN
REMOVABLE GRILLE
BUILT IN CUSHIONED
CARRY HANDLE
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GETTING STARTED
BASE ASSEMBLY
1. Loosen the pivot knob by turning counter-clockwise. Remove the
pivot knob and slip the legs of the base onto the bolts, in between
the large washer and the knob.
2. Re-install the pivot knobs onto the pivot bolts and tighten by
turning clockwise.
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1. Depress one of the grille clips by placing your thumb
against the outside surface of the clip and pressing
downward towards the motor, applying slight pressure
forward. Usually by releasing one clip, the grille can be
removed. If the grille cannot be removed, repeat the process
on remaining clips.
A athead screwdriver can also be used if the clips are
difcult to release.
2. Replace by lining up the clips with the holes and rmly
snapping the grille back into place.
CLEANING
GRILLE REMOVAL
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock and injury to persons, unplug the circulator before removing grille.
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CLEANING
BLADE REMOVAL
1. Pull the blade straight out from the shaft.
2. Wipe the Blade with a damp cloth. If your 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. Do not place blade in the dishwasher. The
excessive heat can distort the plastic.
3. To reattach - be certain the at side of the shaft aligns
directly with the corresponding at side on the blade’s
socket. 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.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock and injury to persons, unplug the circulator before removing blade.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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 on page 5).
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.
The unit fails to power on.
Airow is weak or slow.
GFCI has tripped.
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Vornado Air LLC (“Vornado”) warrants to the original consumer or purchaser this Vornado®
Whole Room 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 service: Call 1-800-234-0604 or email [email protected] to obtain a Return
Authorization (“RA”). Please have or include your Product’s model number and serial
number, as well as your name, address, city, state, zip code, e-mail, and phone number
when contacting Vornado for warranty service. To le a contactless warranty claim, visit
vornado.com/contact-us.
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 assure
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 2-3
weeks for warranty service and return of your Product after the Product is received.
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 caused by failure
to follow these instructions or improper product use. 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.
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