VTM34 - Fan Bimar - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Pedestal / column fan
Brand	Bimar
Model	VTM34
Intended use	Domestic indoor ventilation
Power supply	220-240 V ~ 50 Hz
Rated power	Approximately 45 W
Number of speeds	3 (low, medium, high)
Horizontal oscillation	Yes, button-controlled
Vertical tilt	Yes, adjustable by screw
Blade diameter	Approximately 34 cm
Total height	Approximately 50 cm
Net weight	Approximately 2.5 kg
Grille material	Corrosion-protected metal
Aroma diffuser function	Optional (essential oils not included)
Cleaning	Soft damp cloth; do not immerse
Safety precautions	Do not insert objects into the grille; unplug before maintenance
Max ambient temperature	40 °C
Power cord length	Approximately 1.5 m
Protection class	II (double insulation)
Included accessories	User manual

Frequently Asked Questions - VTM34 Bimar

How to choose the fan speed?

Use the speed selector (mark 6 in the manual): position 1 for low speed, 2 for medium speed, 3 for high speed. To stop, set the selector to 0 and unplug the appliance.

How to activate horizontal oscillation?

Press the oscillation button (mark 5) located on the motor body. To stop the movement, lift the button. The fan will then oscillate from right to left.

How to adjust vertical tilt?

Unscrew the screw (mark 8), tilt the fan head in the desired direction, then retighten the screw to lock the position.

Can I use the fan with an aroma diffuser?

Yes, if your model is equipped with it. Attach the aroma diffuser (not supplied) on the front or back grille using the hooks. Pour a few drops of essential oil on the filter without overdoing it to avoid damaging the paint.

How to clean the fan?

Always unplug the appliance before cleaning. Use a soft, slightly damp cloth. Do not use abrasive or corrosive products. Never immerse the fan in water. Ensure the motor ventilation holes are free of dust.

What to do if the fan stops working?

First check that the plug is properly inserted and the power outlet works. If the problem persists, turn off the appliance and contact a qualified technician. Do not attempt to repair it yourself.

The fan is noisy, is this normal?

A slight operating noise is normal. If the noise becomes loud or abnormal, check that the blade is not obstructed and that the fan is placed on a stable surface. If the noise persists, have the appliance checked by a professional.

Can I use the fan outdoors?

No, this appliance is intended for indoor use only. Do not expose it to weather (sun, rain, etc.) as this could cause electric shock or fire.

How to store the fan during prolonged non-use?

Unplug the appliance and clean it. Store it in its original packaging away from dust and humidity. If you no longer use it, cut the power cord after disconnecting to render it harmless.

What to do if the power cord is damaged?

Do not use the appliance. The cord must be replaced by the manufacturer, its after-sales service, or a qualified person to avoid any hazard. Contact Bimar technical support.

USER MANUAL VTM34 Bimar

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Please read these instructions carefully before using the appliance, and instruct other persons using it, too, when necessary. Keep booklet Hndy for further use. If when reading this instructions manual certain parts should remain difficult to understand, or if there is any confusion, contact the company indicated on the last page before using the product.

This symbol highlights instructions and precautions for safe use. Warnings and appliance installation, use, cleaning and maintenance procedures may be updated slightly from those described in this manual; for further details, please consult the updated on-line manual at www.bimaritaly.it.

GENERAL NOTICES

- This device is intended for home use only, to ventilate rooms, and in the manner described in this manual: do not use it for any other purpose. Any other use is to be considered inappropriate and therefore dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for eventual damage caused by inappropriate, improper or irresponsible use and/or for repairs made to the product by unauthorised personnel.

This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

• staff kitchen in shops, offices and other working environments;
• farm houses
• by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments
• bed and breakfast type environments

- Do not touch the appliance with wet hands or feet.

- Do not insert any tool, or your fingers, into the grille protecting the blades.

- This appliance can be used by children aged from 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 use of the appliance in a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

- This appliance can be used by children aged 8 and older and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they are properly supervised or if they have

received instructions regarding the safe use of the appliance and have understood the related dangers. Children should not play with the appliance. Cleaning and maintenance should not be performed by children unless they are older than 8 years of age and are supervised.

• The appliance must be kept out of children’s reach.
• Attention: when using electric appliances, the basic safety precautions must always be observed to avoid risks of fire, electric shocks and physical injury.
• Do not use the appliance if it is not operating correctly or seems damaged; if in doubt, contact professionally qualified personnel.
• Make sure that the appliance is working correctly: if not, turn the appliance off and have it checked by professionally qualified personnel.
• Do not move the appliance when it is operating.
• Unplug the appliance when not in use.
• Do not use the device at room temperatures above 40 °C.
• Do not move the appliance when it is in function.
• Do not leave the device exposed to the weather (sun, rain, etc.).
• Do not pull on the cord to disconnect the plug from the socket.
• Do not allow children, or irresponsible persons, to use the device without supervision.
• If the electric cord is damaged, it has to be replaced by the supplier or an authorized service center or a professionally qualified, to avoid any risks.
• Do not use the appliance with a timer or a programmer or with a system that can switch on the appliance automatically, to avoid risk of fire, since a fire risk exists if the appliance is covered or positioned incorrectly.
• Ensure that the fan is switched off from the supply mains before removing the guard.

INSTALLATION

- After removing the packing materials, check the integrity of the heater; if you are unsure, do not use it and ask for qualified professional help. The packing materials (plastic bags, polystyrene foam, nails, etc.) must be kept out the reach of children because they are potential sources of danger. Attention: any stickers or advertising material applied to the grid removed before using the

appliance. The manufacturer declines all responsibility in case this is not safe working practices will be respected.

• Before connecting the appliance, check that the voltage shown on the data plate matches that of your electricity, and that the electric plug is grounded. In the event of incompatibility between the electric outlet and the plug of the appliance, have the outlet replaced with another more suitable type by professionally qualified personnel, who will make sure that the section of the wires of the outlet is appropriate for the absorbed power of the appliance. In general, the use of adapters or extension cords is not recommended; if their use is indispensable, they must conform to existing safety standards and their current capacity (amperes) must not be less than the maximum of the appliance.
• The power socket must be easy to reach so the plug can be removed quickly in case of emergency.
• Do not place the fan on a shelf and/or near sinks or other container of liquids (minimum distance of 2 meters) to avoid the risk of it falling in.
• Keep the fan far away from fabrics (curtains, etc.) or unstable materials that could obstruct the air intake grille; make sure that the front is free of unstable materials (dust, etc.).
• Make sure that the electric cord is not touching rough, hot or moving surfaces and not twisted or wrapped around the appliance.
• Stand the appliance on a horizontal, flat surface or table; do not stand on a inclined plane (the appliance could upset).
• Do not place the appliance near an open flame, cooking or other heating appliance.
• In the event of a breakdown or poor operation, turn the fan heater off and ask for professionally qualified help.

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1. Grid
2. Propeller
3. Handle
4. Motor cover

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1. Oscillation button
2. Selector
3. Base
4. Clutch screw (tilt up/down)

USE

Before using, check that the equipment is in good state, that the electric cord is not damaged. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer of its technical service, or by a similarly qualified professional, to prevent any and all risk.

Insert the plug into the electric socket.

Fan: select the speed desired using the selector switch (6):

1 - Minimum speed 2 - Medium speed 3 - Maximum speed

To turn off the fan, press the "O" button and then remove the plug from the electric socket.

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Horizontal oscillation (right-left): this motion is obtained by pressing the dedicated button (5) located on the motor body. To eliminate the movement and keep the fan still, lift the selector switch.

Vertical inclination (raise-lower): unscrew the screw (8), adjust the inclination in the direction desired, and tighten the screw to lock the fan head in place.

During long periods of inactivity, remove the plug from the electric socket.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Attention: before normal cleaning, remove the plug from the socket.

• Ensure that the fan is switched off from the supply mains before removing the guard.
• Clean the body with soft, slightly damp, cloth; do not use abrasive or corrosive products.
• Do not immerse any part of the fan in water or other liquid: if this should happen, do not put your hand in the liquid, but first remove the plug from the socket. Carefully dry the appliance and make sure that all the electrical parts are dry: in the case of doubt, ask for professionally qualified help.
• It is essential that the motor's air holes be kept from dust and lint.
• If the fan will not be used for long periods, it must be protected from dust and humidity; we recommend storing it in its original packaging.
• Should you decide not to use the appliance any more, we recommend making it inoperative by cutting the power cord (after making sure you have disconnected the plug from the socket) and make dangerous parts harmless if children are allowed to play with them (such as the blade).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WITH EC DIRECTIVE 2011/65/EC.

At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed of as urban waste. It must be taken to a special local authority differentiated waste collection centre or to a dealer providing this service. Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible negative consequences for the environment and health deriving from inappropriate disposal and enables the constituent materials to be recovered to obtain significant savings in energy and resources. As a reminder of the need to dispose of household appliances separately, the product is marked with a crossed-out wheeled dustbin.

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GEBRAUCH

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UTILISATION

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ENSAMBLAJE

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