VST414C - Fan INVENTUM - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL VST414C INVENTUM

1. safety instructions page 11

5. cleaning and maintenance page 15

general terms and conditions of service and warranty page 16

• First carefully read the instruction manual in full prior to using the appliance and store the manual in a safe place for future reference.

• Only use this appliance for the purposes described in the instruction manual.

• Caution: never insert objects into the ventilation grid when theappliance is switched on.

• Only connect the appliance to alternate current, with a mains voltage that corresponds with the information provided on the information plate of the appliance.

• Never bend the power cord sharply or allow it to run across hot parts.

• Fully unwind the cord to prevent it from overheating.

• Never place the appliance near appliances that give off heat, such as ovens, gas cookers, hotplates, etc. Keep the appliance away from walls or other objects that could catch flame, such as curtains, towels (cotton or paper, etc.).

• Always make sure the appliance is placed on an even, flat surface.

• Only use the appliance indoors.

• Do not leave the appliance unsupervised if the appliance is operational.

• If you want to move the appliance, make sure the appliance is switched off.

• Do not use the appliance if the plug, cord or appliance are damaged, or if the appliance no longer functions properly or if it is damaged in any other way. If this is the case, consult the retailer or our maintenance service.

• If the cord of the appliance is damaged, it should be replaced by themanufacturer, his customer service or a similarly qualified person in order to prevent hazardous situations.

• Never replace the plug or cord yourself. Repairs to electrical appliances should only be performed by skilled persons. Incorrect repairs may expose the user to serious hazards.

• Never use the appliance with parts that are not recommended orsupplied by the manufacturer.

• Do not pull the cord and/or appliance to remove the plug from the wall socket. Never touch the appliance with wet or damp hands. English • 11• Never connect the appliance to an external timer or a separate remote control system, in order to prevent hazardous situations.

• Keep the appliance out of reach of children. Children do not see thedangers associated with handling electrical appliances. Therefore,never allow children to operate electrical appliances without supervision. Keep the appliance and cord out of reach ofchildren younger than 8 years of age.

• The appliance can be used by children of 8 years and older and persons with a limited physical, sensory or mental capacity or lack of experience or knowledge, provided they use the appliance under supervision or have been instructed about its safe use and understand the hazards involved.

• Children must not play with the appliance.

• The appliance may not be cleaned or maintained by children, unless this is done under supervision.

• If the appliance is not being used or is being cleaned, fully switch off the appliance by removing the plug from the socket.

• Extension cords may only be used if the mains voltage (see the information plate) and capacity are identical to or higher than thatofthe appliance. Always use an approved extension cord.

• If you decide to cease using the appliance due to a defect, we recommend cutting off the cord after removing the plug from the wall socket. Take the appliance to the waste processing department concerned of your municipality.

• Never submerge the appliance, cord or plug in water.

• This appliance is intended for household and similar use, such as: - in staff kitchens, shops, offices and other work environments; - by guests of hotels, motels and other residential environments; - in Bed&Breakfast type environments; - farms.

• If the appliance is not used as intended, no compensation can be claimed in case of defects or accidents and the warranty will be invalidated.

• If you decide to stop using the appliance due to a defect, werecommend cutting the cord after removing the plug from the wall socket. Small household appliances do not belong in the dustbin. Take the appliance to the waste processing department concerned of your municipality. 12 • Englishproduct description

1. Protective guard - rear

3. Protective guard - front

7. Wooden parts of tripod

8. Metal connection pieces with wing nuts

12. Adjusting screw for tilting

English • 13Before using the fan for the first time, please proceed as follows: carefully unpack the appliance and all components and remove all packaging material and any promotional stickers. Keep the packaging (plastic bags and cardboard) out of reach of children. Afterunpacking the appliance, carefully check it for external damage that may have occurred during transport. Assemble the fan in accordance with the instructions. 1. Each wooden leg of the pedestal has a screw and a wing nut. Use a screwdriver to attach the wooden legs to the pedestal. Placealong screw through the metal connectors and fasten it with a wing nut. Do the same for all three wooden legs - fig. 1.

2. Connect the metal coupling pieces of the pedestal using a screw and wing nut, thus creating a tripod - fig. 2.

3. Place the motor section on the pedestal and fasten it with the screws, according to the drawings - fig. 3.

4. Remove the four screws from the motor section - fig. 4.

5. Place the rear protective guard on the motor shaft and fasten it with the screws that you have just removed - fig. 4.

6. Place the fan blade on the motor shaft and use a screwdriver to fasten it to the pen with a screw - fig. 5. Test the fan blade byrotating it by hand. When rotating, the blade should not create any friction with the rear protective guard.

7. Place the front protective guard on the fan and use the clamps to attach it to the rear protective guard.

- Align the front protective guard with the rear protective guard using the positioning clamp [ a ] on the top side in order to attach both parts to each other properly - fig. 6. - Use the bolt and nut at the bottom side [ b ] of the guards to attach the guards to each other - fig. 7. - Press the clamps downwards in order to attach the front and rear protective guards to each other. Place the fan on a flat, stable surface. Clean the exterior of the fan using a slightly damp cloth and then wipe it with a dry cloth. Caution: only wipe the wooden parts with a dry cloth. The fan is ready for use. assembly instructions

fig. 7 14 • EnglishPlace the pedestal fan on a flat, stable surface. Insert the plug in a socket. Switching on/off Turn the position button to position 1 to 3 to switch on the fan. By turning the position button back to 0, you switch off the appliance. Position 0 = off Position 1 = lowest position Position 2 = middle position Position 3 = highest position Oscillation This fan is able to oscillate (swerve to the left and right) for a better air displacement. Press in or pull out the oscillation knob. If you want to change the wind to an upward or downward direction, you can simply tilt the fan head upwards or downwards. Adjusting the height of the pedestal In order to adjust the height, loosen the pedestal adjusting nut and move the fan upwards or downwards. Properly hold on to the fan when loosening the pedestal adjusting nut, so it cannot drop down unexpectedly. Re-tighten the pedestal adjusting nut when the fan is at the required height. using the fan

cleaning and maintenance

Before cleaning the fan, you must switch it off by means of the on/off button and remove the plug from the socket.

• Wipe the exterior of the appliance with a slightly damp cloth and dry properly.

• Make sure the wooden parts of the pedestal do not get wet.

• If necessary, you can clean the protective guard using a vacuum cleaner (nozzle).

• Do not use aggressive or abrasive cleaning agents for cleaning the appliance.

• Never submerge the fan in water or any other liquid. English • 15We do not need to remind you of the importance of service. After all, we develop our products to a standard so that you can enjoy them for many years, without any concerns. If, nevertheless, there is a problem, we believe you are entitled to asolution straight away. Hence our products come with an exchange service, on top of the rights and claims you are entitled to by law. By exchanging a product or part, we save you time, effort and costs. 2-year full manufacturer’s warranty 1. Customers enjoy a 2-year full manufacturer’s warranty on all Inventum products. Within this period, a faulty product or part will always be exchanged for a new model, free of charge. In order to claim under the 2-year full manufacturer’s warranty, you can either return the product to the shop you bought it from or contact the Inventum costumer service department via the form at www.inventum.eu/service-aanvraag.

2. The 2-year warranty period starts from the date the product is bought.

3. In order to claim under the warranty, you must produce a copy of the original receipt.

4. The warranty applies only to normal domestic use of Inventum products within the Netherlands.

Breakdowns or faults outside the warranty period 1. Breakdowns or faults in small or large domestic appliances outside the warranty period, can be reported to the costumer services department via the form at www.inventum.eu/service-aanvraag or by calling the costumer services department. 2. The costumer services department may ask you to send the product for inspection or repair. The costs of dispatch will be at your expense. 3. The inspection to establish whether repair is possible involves a charge. You need to grant your permission for this, in advance. 4. In the event of a large domestic appliance, Inventum, at your request, can send out a service engineer. In that case, you will be charged the call-out costs, as well as parts and labour. 5. In the event of an instruction to repair, the repair costs must be paid in advance. In the event of a repair by a service engineer, thecosts of the repair must be settled with the engineer onsite, preferably by means of PIN payment. Warranty exclusions

1. The following is excluded from the aforesaid warranties:

• normal wear and tear;

• failure to comply with the operating and maintenance instructions;

• unprofessional installation or repairs by third parties or the customer himself;

• non-original parts used by the customer;

• use for commercial or business purposes;

• removal of the serial number and/or rating label.

2. In addition, the warranty does not apply to normal consumer goods, such as:

• external connection cables;

• glass accessories and glass parts such as oven doors;

• and similar items. 3. Transport damage not caused by Inventum is also excluded. Therefore, inspect your new device before starting to use it. If you detect any damage, you must report this to the store where you purchased the product within 5 working days, or to the Inventum customer service department via the form at www.inventum.eu/service-aanvraag. If transport damage is not reported within this period, Inventum does not accept any liability in this respect. 4. The following are excluded from warranty and/or replacement: faults, loss of and damage to the device as a result of an event that is normally insured under the home contents insurance. Important to know 1. The replacement or repair of a faulty product, or a part thereof, does not lead to an extension of the original warranty period.

2. If a complaint is unfounded, all costs arising from it will be at the customer’s expense.

3. Following expiry of the warranty period, all costs of repair or replacement, including administration costs, dispatch and call-out charges, will be charged to the customer. 4. Inventum cannot be held liable for damage caused by external events, unless this liability arises from mandatory statutory provisions. 5. These warranty and service provisions are governed by Dutch law. Disputes will be settled exclusively by the competent Dutch court. general terms and conditions of service and warranty 16 • EnglishDeutsch Sicherheitsvorschriften