Twister prestige TVC 14 - Fan FAKIR - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	USB Table Fan
Brand	Fakir
Model	Twister prestige TVC 14
Colour	Grey-white
Article Number	69 66 009
Voltage	5 V / 1.2 A
Maximum Power Consumption	5 W
Grille Diameter	165 mm
Blade Diameter	140 mm
Number of Speeds	4
Modes	2 (Normal, Natural Wind)
Battery Type	2 x Li-Ion 18650
Battery Voltage / Capacity	3.7 V / 4000 mAh (total)
Charging Time	Approx. 5 hours
Operation Time	3.5 to 12 hours (depending on speed)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	Approx. 268 x 166 x 135 mm
Weight	0.5 kg
Charging Indicator	Red LED flashes during charging, green LED when full
Low Battery Alarm	Red LED flickers and fan turns off
Wind Direction Adjustment	Tilt angle up/down, max 40°
Cleaning	Wipe with damp cloth; avoid abrasive cleaners
Included Accessories	USB charging cable
Warranty	24 months (12 months for commercial use)
CE Certification	Yes

Frequently Asked Questions - Twister prestige TVC 14 FAKIR

How do I turn the fan on and off?

Press the On/Off button for approximately 2 seconds to turn the fan on or off.

How do I change the fan speed?

Press the On/Off button repeatedly to cycle through 4 speed levels and Natural Wind mode. The number of indicator lights shows the current speed.

How long does it take to charge the fan?

Full charging takes about 5 hours. The red LED flashes during charging and turns green when fully charged.

How long does the battery last?

Battery life ranges from 3.5 to 12 hours depending on the selected speed (lower speed lasts longer).

Can I use the fan while charging?

Yes, the fan can be used while connected to a USB power source.

How do I clean the fan?

Switch off and unplug the fan. Wipe the housing with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or alcohol. Dust inside can be removed with a vacuum cleaner or compressed air.

What does the low battery alarm look like?

When the battery is low, the red LED flickers and then the fan automatically turns off to protect the battery.

What should I do if the fan is unusually loud?

Check for foreign particles stuck in the blades. If the noise persists, contact Fakir service.

Is the fan suitable for outdoor use?

No, the fan is designed for indoor use only. Never use or store it outdoors to avoid damage from rain or dirt.

What is the warranty period?

The fan comes with a 24-month warranty (12 months for industrial/professional use) covering material and assembly defects. Batteries and wear parts are excluded.

USER MANUAL Twister prestige TVC 14 FAKIR

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EN User manual

USB table fan

Table of Contents

General

General.... 23

Information on the manual.... 23

Liability.... 23

Notices in the user manual.... 23

Safety Warnings

CE Declaration of Conformity.... 24

Intended Use.... 24

Using against instructions.... 24

WARNING! Children 25

Attention! Electrical current.... 27

Transferring.... 28

In case of failure.... 28

Overview

Scope of delivery.... 29

Technical information 30

Operation

Unpacking.... 31

Charging.... 31

On/Off.... 32

Speed / Modes 32

Wind direction 32

Cleaning and Maintenance

Cleaning.... 33

Troubleshooting.... 34

Recycling.... 36

Warranty.... 37

Notes...... 38

General

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Information on the manual

Thank you for choosing a Fakir cooling fan. It was designed and constructed for many years of trouble-free operation.

These operating instructions are intended to enable the safe and proper handling and operation of the appliance.

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the appliance for the first time.

Keep the operating instructions in a safe place. Include these operating instructions when passing the appliance on to another user.

Liability

We will accept no liability for damage resulting from failure to comply with the operating instructions.

We cannot assume any liability for damage resulting from use other than as intended, or from incorrect operation or unauthorized repairs or maintenance.

Notices in the user manual

WARNING!

Indicates notices which, if ignored, can result in risk of injury or death.

CAUTION!

Indicates notices of risks that can result in damage to the appliance.

NOTE!

Specifies tips and other useful information in the user manual.

EN

Safety Warnings

CE Declaration of Conformity

This appliance fulfils the requirements of the Product Safety Law -ProdSG-, as well as the EU Directives 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU, 2001/95/EG, 2011/65/EU, 2009/125/EG, 2010/30/EU. This appliance bears the CE-Mark on the rating plate. Fakir reserves the right to change the design and equipment.

Intended Use

This cooling fan may only be used for its intended purpose – ventilating homes or offices. The cooling fan is not suitable for commercial use. Any other use is considered unauthorized and is prohibited Use the appliance with original Fakir accessories only. Any other use is considered unauthorized and is prohibited.

Using against instructions

Using the appliance against the instructions specified above may cause damage to the appliance or personal injuries.

WARNING! Children

• This appliance may be used only by children from the age of 8 years and over, persons with limited physical, sensory or mental capacities or by persons lacking in experience, if they will be supervised, or they have been properly instructed with regard to safe use of the appliance and they are aware of the possible resulting risks.
  • Children should not play with this appliance.
• Cleaning and maintenance shall not be carried out by children without supervision.
• Keep plastic packaging foils away from children - danger of suffocation!

WARNING! Children

• Children younger than 3 years shall be kept away from the appliance if they are not supervised constantly.
- This appliance may be used by persons (including children) with limited physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or with limited experience and/or knowledge, only under the supervision of a person responsible for their safety, or in accordance with the instructions of that person.
• Children shall be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
- Suffocation risk due to packaging foils. This appliance shall not be used for play.

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Safety Warnings

• Children older than 3 years and younger than 8 years may switch the appliance on and off only if they are under supervision or are informed of the safe use of the appliance and if they understand the hazards that may be caused by the appliance. In this respect, it is a prerequisite for the appliance to be in normal usage position or that it is installed properly.
• Children older than 3 years and younger than 8 years shall not plug the appliance to the system, adjust the appliance, and do not perform any cleaning or maintenance operations.
• The appliance shall not be used without supervision.

WARNING! Danger from overheating!

Always keep the openings on the appliance free.

WARNING! Damage to appliance due to rain and dirt may occur!

Never use or store the appliance outdoors.

WARNING!

• Never use or store the appliance outdoors.
• If a battery has leaked fluid, don't allow the fluid or liquid to come in contact with skin or eyes. Just touch them with suitable gloves.
• Do not try to open batteries and do not throw it in fire.

Attention! Electrical current

• Incorrect voltage may cause damage to the appliance. Operate the appliance only if the voltage specified on the rating plate corresponds to the voltage of your system.
• Use extension cords designed for the power input of the appliance only.

WARNING! Risk of electrocution!

• Never touch the plug with wet hands.
• When unplugging the appliance, always pull directly on the plug and never on the connection cable.
• Do not kink, pinch or run over the connection cable and do not expose it to heatsources.
• If the connection cable of this appliance is damaged, it shall be replaced by the manufacturer or the manufacturer's customer service department or a person with similar qualifications to prevent any hazards.
• Do not put the appliance in operation if you detect any visible damage on the housing, if the connection cable is defective or if you suspect a defect (e.g. after a fall).
• Do not use any damaged connection cable.

WARNING! In case of danger!

- In case of danger or an accident, unplug the appliance immediately.

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Safety Warnings

Transferring

Pack the appliance with its original package or with similar packaging materials with proper filling to prevent damage to the appliance.

In case of failure

WARNING!

Never operate a defective appliance or an appliance with a defective connection cable. Risk of electric shock.

Before contacting our Hotline, check to see if you can eliminate the problem yourself.

Note!

Please contact our Hotline first, if you cannot trouble-shoot a problem by yourself or in case of an intentional product return.

Hotline (Germany)

[phone]

Always keep the serial number of the product and appliance/model name at hand before calling.

You may find these information on the type label of the appliance.

WARNING!

Repairs and maintenance shall be carried out only by trained specialists (e.g. an authorized Fakir service center). Use genuine Fakir replacement parts for these procedures. Appliances that are repaired by unauthorized persons or that are not maintained properly pose a risk for the user.

Scope of delivery

1. Guard grille ring
2. Front cover
3. Upper cover of base
4. Rubber
5. Back grille
6. Back cover
7. Motor cover
8. Brigde
9. Column
10. Lower cover of base
11. USB charging cable (no illustration)

Technical information

prestige | Twister TVC 14

Article number 69 66 009

Colour grey-white

Voltage 5 V / 1,2 A

Maximum power consumption 5 W

Grille diameter 165 mm

Diameter of blades 140 mm

Speeds 4

Mode 2 (Normal, natural)

Measurement approx. 268 x 166 x 135 mm

Weight 0,5 kg

Charging time About 5 h

Operation time 3,5 - 12 h

Battery 2x Li-Io 18650 / 3,7 V / 4000 mAh

Operation

Unpacking

Unpack the appliance and check the contents for completeness (see „scope of delivery“).

If you notice any transportation damage, please contact your dealer immediately.

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Note!

Keep the packaging material for storage or transfer of the appliance (e.g. changing household, service operations).

Warning!

Never use a faulty appliance.

Charging

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Charging pole

When you connect micro USB cable and charging adaptor to input of the main body, LED charging lights will light up ad charging begins.

- The red LED flashes while charging, and the green LED lights when charging is completed.

Low battery alarm:

- When the product is in use, the charging indicator lights up with a red LED.

- When the remaining battery power is less, the red light flickers and the fan turns off.

Charging display indicator

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Operation

Operation

CAUTION!!

Do not place the appliance directly next to any heat sources and avoid exposure to direct sunlight. Heat may cause damage to the cooling fan.

On/Off

After charging, press the On / Off button (a) for approx. 2 seconds.

Speed / Mode

The fan begins to operate in the lowest speed. Continue to press to select the fan speed / mode:

Minimum wind speed and one indicator (c) lights.

Second level wind speed and 2 indicator lights.

Third level wind speed and 3 indicators lights.

Maximum wind speed and 4 indicators lights.

Natural wind mode (b).

Fan turns off.

Wind direction

This product can only adjust the pitch angle up and down, the maximum pitch angle is about 40 degrees. Hold the column with one hand and gently pull the fan head up and down with another hand.

Cleaning

! WARNING!

Switch off and unplug the appliance before cleaning and avoid contact to the On/Off button. This will prevent the appliance from accidentally being switched on.

CAUTION!

Do not use cleaning solutions, abrasive cleaners or alcohol. This would damage the housing.

Make sure the fan is switched off when you are ready to clean.

Clean the fan with a moist cloth and let it dry thoroughly.

Dust accumulations inside the appliance can also be removed with a vacuum cleaner or by blowing with compressed air. Protect from dust during storage.

Appliances that have not been in use for an extended period of time must be checked by a trained technician before being put back in operation. The same applies if the appliance shows dirt on the inside.

Dear Customer,

our products are subjected to stringent quality controls.

If this appliance should nevertheless fail to function properly, this is a matter of regret for us. Before contacting our Customer Services, check to see if you can eliminate the problem yourself.

Warning!

Turn off the appliance before troubleshooting after cooling period. Thus, you may prevent unintentional operation of the appliance.

Information!

Please contact our Hotline first, if you cannot troubleshoot a problem by yourself or in case of an intentional product return.

Hotline (Germany)

[phone]

Before calling, always have

the 7-digit product number with appliance/model name,

e.g. 69 66 009 and the date of production, e.g. 2019-05,

(you may find these information on the type label of the appliance.) or the 7-digit spare part number at hand.

Attention!

Repairs and maintenance shall be carried out only by trained specialists (e.g. an authorized Fakir service center). Use genuine Fakir replacement parts for these purposes. Appliances that are repaired by unauthorized persons or that are not maintained properly pose a risk for the user.

Troubleshooting

Problem Probable Cause	Remedy
Appliance does not operate	Battery empty. On/Off button not pressed long enough. Fan is defect.	Charge the battery. Press On/Off button for approx. 2 Sec. with the whole fingertip. Call service.
Appliance is unusually loud	Foreign particles may be stuck	Remove foreign particles.

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When the cooling fan has reached the end of its service life, especially in the event of malfunctions, render the appliance unserviceable by first unplugging and then cutting the power cord.

Dispose of the appliance in accordance with the applicable environmental regulations for your country.

Do not dispose of electrical equipment with the household refuse.

The packaging of the appliance is made of recyclable materials. Sort the packaging material and recycle accordingly.

For information about recycling, please contact your local authorities or your retail dealer.

Unserviceable electrical and electronic appliances and batteries contain hazardous substances, which were previously necessary for the proper functioning and safety of the appliances.

Never dispose of unserviceable appliances or batteries with the household refuse!

In household refuse, or if handled incorrectly, these substances are hazardous to human health and the environment.

Unserviceable electrical and electronic appliances and batteries often contain valuable materials.

Dispose of batteries separately!

Make use of your local recycling facilities for recycling of electrical and electronic appliances and batteries.

This appliance fulfills the requirements of the 2012/19/EU – WEEE Directive.

We offer a warranty under the following conditions for this appliance:

1. Your reseller's residential address / company address shall be located in the EU or the appliance shall be purchased from an authorized reseller in Germany.
2. We guarantee to ensure that you may send the appliance to us free of charge and to repair the faults which have been reported within 24 months due to material or assembly errors that occur within 24 months (12 months for industrial and professional uses).

Proper use of the appliance is a pre-requisite for fulfilling the warranty obligation. The warranty period begins with the date of sale.

1. Parts included in natural wear parts (drive belt, batteries, brushes, filters) are not covered under warranty.
2. Warranty claims shall be void in case of intervention or repair by persons who are not authorized us. In addition, aftermarket spare parts or accessories shall not be installed.
3. Warranty service consists of repair or replacement of defective parts. On-site repairs may only be requested for fixed large appliances. In order to document warranty claims, it is necessary to present the invoice or voucher with the date of purchase, stemp and signature from the dealer.
4. If the repair operation fails and the fault or defect can not be remedied after service, the appliance shall be replaced with an equivalent appliance. If a repair or replacement is not possible, you are entitled the right to return the appliance and to demand a refund of the sales value of the appliance. A fee may be requested for the period of use in case of a request for an exchange or refund of the sales value.
5. Warranty services do not cause an extension of the warranty period or start of a new warranty period. The warranty period for the parts installed inside the appliance ends with the end of the total warranty period of the appliance.
6. Contractual or statutory clauses for repair of faults remain in effect regardless of warranty terms.

Applies as of July 1st, 2017

Fakir Customerservice: Technik Service Profi GmbH

Ahltener Str. 4-8

D-31275 Lehrte (Germany)

Tel.: +49 51 32 / 88 73 858

Fax: +49 51 32 / 58 87 23

[e-mail]

Rights to make changes are reserved.

Subject to revision

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