Forcesilence Aero 460 - Ceiling fan CECOTEC - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Cecotec
Model	Forcesilence Aero 460
Product type	Ceiling fan
Blade diameter	117 cm (46 inches)
Number of blades	3 aerodynamic blades
Blade material	ABS (plastic)
Motor material	Steel and copper
Color	White or black (depending on version)
Power supply	220-240 V ~ 50 Hz
Rated power	60 W
Speeds	3 adjustable speeds
Reverse function	Yes, for winter/summer
Control	Remote control included
Remote control	Infrared, with timer
Lighting	No (model without light)
Noise level	≤ 40 dB (silent)
Mounting height	From 2.5 m from the floor
Blade pitch	12°
Net weight	5.5 kg
Housing dimensions	20 x 20 x 15 cm (approx)
Mounting type	Ceiling, mounting kit included
Maintenance	Clean with a soft dry cloth
Safety	Automatic shutdown in case of overheating
Warranty	2 years

Frequently Asked Questions - Forcesilence Aero 460 CECOTEC

How to install the Cecotec Forcesilence Aero 460 ceiling fan?

Installation must be carried out by a qualified electrician. Make sure the ceiling support is solid and the power is off. Follow the steps in the manual: attach the mounting plate, connect the wires (phase, neutral, ground), then attach the motor and blades. Use the remote control to test.

How to use the fan remote control?

The infrared remote control allows you to control the 3 speeds, on/off, and reverse function. Point it at the receiver on the fan. Replace the battery (CR2032) if the range decreases.

How to reverse the rotation direction for winter?

Press the 'Reverse' button on the remote control. Clockwise (summer) pushes air down for cooling; counterclockwise (winter) circulates warm air from the ceiling to the floor.

The fan is noisy, what should I do?

Check that the blades are well balanced and the screws are tight. Slight imbalance can cause vibrations. Use the provided balancing kit. If noise persists, contact customer service.

How to clean the fan blades?

Turn off the fan and wait for it to stop. Use a soft dry cloth or slightly damp cloth to wipe the blades. Do not use abrasive products or solvents.

Can the fan be used with a light dimmer?

No, this fan is not compatible with light dimmers. Use only the supplied remote control. Using a dimmer may damage the motor.

What is the recommended minimum ceiling height?

The minimum height between the floor and the blades should be at least 2.3 meters for safety. For optimal comfort, install the fan at 2.5 m or higher.

How to replace the remote control if lost?

You can order a replacement remote control from Cecotec customer service. Refer to the Forcesilence Aero 460 model to get the correct frequency. A universal remote may also work if compatible.

Does the fan get hot after prolonged use?

Slight motor heating is normal. If the housing becomes very hot to the touch, it may indicate a problem. The fan is equipped with overheat protection that shuts it off automatically. Contact customer service if this occurs frequently.

Where to find spare parts for this fan?

Spare parts (blades, remote control, mounting kit) are available on the official Cecotec website or from authorized dealers. Use the model number to identify compatible parts.

USER MANUAL Forcesilence Aero 460 CECOTEC

1. Parts and components 40
2. Before use 40
3. Product assembly 41
4. Operation 44
5. Cleaning and maintenance 45
6. Technical specifications 45
7. Disposal of old electrical and electronic appliances 46
8. Technical support and warranty 47
9. Copyright 47

SOMMAIRE

Read these instructions thoroughly before using the product. Keep this instruction manual for future reference or new users.

• Make sure that the mains voltage matches the voltage stated on the rating label of the appliance and that the wall outlet is grounded.
• Inspect the wiring of the appliance for visible damage. In case of damage, please contact the official Technical Support Service of Cecotec to avoid any type of danger.
• This appliance is designed for domestic use only and is not intended for bars, restaurants, farmhouses, hotels, motels, and offices.
• Do not use the appliance in spaces with explosive or toxic vapours.
• Make sure the installation location you choose allows the fan blades to rotate without any obstructions.
• Do not use the product if its structure or any of its parts is damaged or not working properly, has been dropped, or damaged.
• The appliance shall be installed in accordance with national wiring regulations.
• Never insert objects or body parts between rotating fan blades.
• To reduce the risk of injury, attach the fan directly to the support structure of the building as indicated in this manual and use only parts and components provided or recommended by Cecotec.
• Turn off the mains power by turning off the circuit breakers before installing your fan to avoid risk of electric shock.
• Switch off the power before connecting or repairing the fan.

• The electrical wiring must be in accordance with the local regulations.

• The fan must be properly grounded to avoid the risk of electric shocks.

• The appliance shall be installed in accordance with national wiring regulations.
• Never install the fan in a moist or wet room.
• Be careful when working near the rotating blades.
• To control the fan blades' speed, only use the means for speed control provided by Cecotec.
• Do not bend the blade-attachment system during the installation or cleaning process.
• Cleaning and maintenance must be carried out according to this instruction manual to make sure the appliance functions properly. Turn off and unplug the appliance before cleaning it.
• Make sure the fan is not placed close to curtains or other objects it may become entangled with.
• To ensure your children's safety, please keep all packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene, etc.) away from their reach.
• This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be carried out by unsupervised children.
• The blades must be over 2.3 m from the floor.
• It is recommended that two people install the products.
• This product is designed for indoor use. Do not use it for industrial or commercial purposes.

Instructions on cells

• Do not burn or expose the cells to high temperatures, as they may explode.
• Leaks from the cells can occur under extreme conditions. Do not touch any liquid that leaks from the cells. If the liquid gets into contact with skin, wash immediately with soap and water. If the liquid gets into the eyes, wash them immediately with clean water for a minimum of 10 minutes and seek medical attention. Wear gloves to handle the cell and dispose of it immediately in accordance with local regulations.
• Avoid contact between the cells and small metal objects such as paper clips, coins, keys, nails, or screws.
• Do not tamper with the cells in any way.
• Cells must be removed for safe disposal.
• Keep the cells out of the reach of children when there is a risk of ingestion.
• Cell ingestion can cause burns, soft-tissue perforation, and death. It can cause severe burns within two hours of the ingestion.
• In case of cell ingestion, please seek medical help immediately.
• The cells must be inserted in the correct position. When replacing cells, check the polarity.

INSTRUCTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ

1. Canopy
2. Downrod and hanging ball
3. Downrod
4. Mounting bracket
5. Decorative cover
6. Motor
7. Blade
8. Shade fitter plate
9. Glass shade
10. LED
11. Remote control
12. Assembly kit

NOTE:

The graphics in this manual are schematic representations and may not exactly match the product.

2. BEFORE USE

• This appliance is packaged in a way as to protect it during transport. Take the device out of its box and remove all packaging materials. You can keep the original box and other packaging elements in a safe place. This will help you prevent product damage when transporting it in the future. In case the original packaging is disposed of, make sure all packaging materials are recycled accordingly.
• Make sure all parts and components are included and in good conditions. If there is any piece missing or not in good condition, immediately contact the Technical Support Service of Cecotec.
• Carefully open the ceiling fan's box, take all the components out, and place them on a cloth or soft surface to avoid damage. Do not lay the motor's box on its sides to avoid damaging the housing.

Box contents

• EnergySilence Aero 460/470 ceiling fan
• Assembly kit
• Remote control
• Instruction manual

3. PRODUCT ASSEMBLY

The following tools are required to carry out the installation: screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, adjustable pliers or wrench, stepladder, wire cutter, epoxy resin, and rated electrical tape.

General assembly instructions

If you wish to install the fan with a hook, the minimum weight capacity of the hook must be 100 kg.

Fig. 2.

• Make sure that the building structure can hold the full weight of the fan.
• This fan can be installed on a normal or vaulted ceiling with a downrod. The hanging length can be extended by using a longer downrod.

Fig. 3.

1. Standard assembly where the device hangs from a straight flat ceiling.
2. Angled assembly where the device hangs from a vaulted or angled ceiling.

Mounting bracket assembly

Wooden ceiling

Fig. 4.

Use the 4 provided self-tapping screws with its corresponding 4 washers to fix the mounting bracket to the ceiling.

Concrete ceiling

Fig. 5.

1. Drill 2 8-mm holes on the concrete ceiling.
2. Cover the surface of each screw with epoxy resin and introduce them in the previously drilled holes.
3. Let them sit for the time indicated on the product's box.
4. Then, introduce the visible part of the screws in the mounting plate holes.
5. Fix the mounting plate to the screws with the regular washers first, then the lock washers, and finally the nut.

Hanging the fan

Fig. 6.

1. Electric wiring
2. Canopy
3. Decorative cover
4. Hanging ball slot

ENGLISH

1. Stop pin
2. Stop pin clip
3. Adapter
4. Screws

Note

If you wish to extend the fan hanging length, remove the hanging ball from the downrod provided and use the extended downrod (included).

1. Remove the hanging ball from the downrod by loosening the screws in it and remove the stop pin clip and the stop pin.
2. Slide down the hanging ball from the original downrod to remove it.
3. Pass the desired downrod through the decorative cover's centre hole and then introduce it in the hanging ball again. Make sure the hanging ball is placed in the end with 2 pin holes and 1 screw hole.
4. Use the screws provided to tighten back the hanging ball to the rod and insert the stop pin and stop pin's clip again.

Note

Make sure the stop pin is aligned with the slots inside the hanging ball.

1. Loosen the screws and nuts on the top part of the motor housing and remove the pin and clip from the downrod.
2. Slide the downrod through the canopy.
3. Pass the cables through the downrod. To do it more easily, it is recommended to apply some rated electrical tape on the end to keep them together while passing through the downrod. Carefully pull from the cables to ensure there is enough cable length to continue with the assembly.
4. Introduce the downrod in the motor housing hole and reinsert the stop pin and stop pin clip that were previously removed.
5. Use 2 screws to fix the canopy to the motor housing.

Warning

The important safety precautions and instructions stated in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Bear in mind that common sense and caution are necessary factors in the installation and operation of this fan.

Cable connection

This ceiling fan has a quick connector for easy connection. For more information, the connection diagram is shown in Figure 7.

Fig. 7.

1. Ground wire
3. N
4. Input L (black)
5. N input (white)

Remote control receiver

1. L light (blue)
2. L fan (black)
3. N (white)
4. Green/yellow stripe
5. L light (blue)
6. L fan (black)
7. N (white)

Warning

- 2 people are needed to carry out the cable connection step. It is suggested that 1 person hold the assembled device while the other one connects the cables.

Canopy assembly

Fig. 8.

• Raise the canopy to the mounting bracket, aligning the loosened screws in the mounting bracket with the holes in the canopy.
• Twist the canopy until both screws safely hold the device, reinsert the screws, and tighten them with a screwdriver.

Note

For safety reasons, it is suggested that 1 person hold the stepladder during this step.

Blade assembly

Fig. 9.

• Time-saving tip: washers for blade screws can be set on each blade screw prior to installing blades.
• Align blade holes with motor screw holes, securing tighten all the screws once all the blades are attached. Before securing screws permanently, repeat with remaining blade arms.

Note

Tighten blade screws twice a year.

LED lamp support

Fig. 10-11.

Unscrew a set screw. Attach the LED up to the bottom of the fan by inserting the other two set screw heads into key hole slots. Rotate it to place, then secure the previous set screw by aligning screw hole and the hole at the bottom of the fan. Tighten the rest two set screw to secure the LED.

Note

While installing or removing the LED pan, please keep the insulation pads intact. Turning the set screws over-tightly or fast will damage the insulation pads.

Glass shade assembly

Fig. 12.

Restore the cover and the lamp shade back to the LED pan and secure them with decorative clips and bolt nuts.

4. OPERATION

Fig. 13.

1. Power light indicator
2. Speed control
3. Off button
4. Timer
5. Light
6. Remote control battery

7. Winter/summer function (blade spinning inversion)

8. The indicator will light up while the product is operating.

9. Use the 3 speed buttons to select the air power level: low, medium, or high.
10. Press the off button to turn the device off.
11. Use the 3 timer buttons to select the fan's operation time: 1, 3, or 6 hrs. The fan will turn off once the selected time has elapsed.
12. Press the light button to turn the fan's lamp on and off.
13. The remote control requires 2 x 1.5 V-3AAA batteries.

To activate the switch, press the Winter/Summer Function button (7, Fig. 13) on the remote control. This button allows you to change the rotating direction (clockwise or counterclockwise) of the fan blades.

Winter/summer function

• Winter function: press the button on the switch (7, Fig. 13) for the blades to start rotating counterclockwise (causing warm air to be distributed throughout the room). If this does not occur, press the button again.
• Summer function: press the button on the switch (7, Fig. 13) for the blades to start rotating clockwise (causing a cool breeze). If this does not occur, press the button again.

Warning

Invert the fan's spinning direction while it is operating. Hold down the button for approx. 3 seconds, the device will beep, and the blades will start slowing down until they practically stop spinning. After a few seconds, they will start spinning again in the opposite direction

Warnings

• The remote control operates through RF Wireless digital transmission technology. If both the fan and the lamp are equipped with switch, turn on the fan at top speed and turn the light on before using the remote control.
• If the fan or the light cannot be controlled through the remote control, check if the batteries in the remote control are in good conditions and if the make good contact, that the positive and negative electrodes are in the correct position and if the batteries are charged.
• If the fan or the light cannot be controlled with the remote, check if there are other remote-controlled devices nearby and if the transmitter buttons were pressed. Products with a similar remote-control system could cause interference. This does not include infrared remote controls.
• Pay attention to the product's voltage. A too-low voltage may impair the remote's proper operation. The technical specifications are indicated in this manual.
• If the remote control is not going to be used for a long time, remove the batteries.

5. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• Make sure to disconnect the fan before cleaning it.
• Do not immerse any of the parts of the device in water or splash them with any other liquid.
• Do not use solvents or any other chemical products for cleaning it.
• Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the device's surface.

6. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Model: EnergySilence Aero 460/EnergySilence Aero 470

Product reference: 05942/05943

Power: 49 W

Voltage and frequency: 230 V \~ 50 Hz LED 15 W

Description	Symbol	Value	Unit
Fan maximum flow	F	191.6	m3/min
Fan power consumption	P	49.0	W
Service value	Sv	3.9	(m3/min)/W
Power consumption on standby mode	PSB	0.5	W
Fan sound power level	LWA	53	dB (A)
Maximum air speed	C	3.1	m/seg
Service value measurement standard	IEC 60879
Contact details to obtain more information	Cecotec Innovaciones S.L.C/ de la Pinadeta s/n, 46930Quart de Poblet, Valencia (Spain)

This product features a light source with an energy efficiency grade F.
Technical specifications may change without prior notification to improve product quality.
Made in China | Designed in Spain

7. DISPOSAL OF OLD ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC APPLIANCES

This symbol indicates that, according to the applicable regulations, the product and/or cells must be disposed of separately from household waste.

When this product reaches the end of its shelf life, you should dispose of the batteries/accumulators and take them to a collection point designated by the local authorities.

Consumers must contact their local authorities or retailer for information

concerning the correct disposal of old appliances and/or their batteries.

Compliance with the above guidelines will help protecting the environment.

8. TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND WARRANTY

Cecotec shall be liable to the end user or consumer for any lack of conformity that exists at the time of delivery of the product under the terms, conditions, and deadlines established by the applicable regulations.

It is recommended that repairs be carried out by qualified personnel.

If at any moment you detect any problem with your product or have any doubt, do not hesitate to contact Cecotec's official Technical Support Service at [phone].

9. COPYRIGHT

The intellectual property rights over the texts in this manual belong to CECOTEC INNOVACIONES, S.L. All rights reserved. The contents of this publication may not, in whole or in part, be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, transmitted, or distributed by any means (electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or similar) without the prior authorization of CECOTEC INNOVACIONES, S.L.

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