TORNADO HI-FAN-20HVWM- WR-1P 20 Inch Outdoor Rated Water Resistant High-Velocity Metal Wall Fan User Manual
- June 8, 2024
- Tornado
Table of Contents
TORNADO HI-FAN-20HVWM- WR-1P 20 Inch Outdoor Rated Water Resistant High-
Velocity Metal Wall Fan
Intended Use
This product is intended for industrial or commercial use only. Use only with
electrical wiring that is in good working order and that meets applicable
codes and ordinances. If you have any questions whether your wiring is
adequate, consult a qualified electrician.
This fan is suitable for outdoor use.
While using your fan, you should follow the IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS listed
below. As part of those instructions, we have used the word “WARNING” to
indicate the level of hazard: WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not
avoided, could result in injury or death.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
As with all electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or injury to persons, including the following precautions:
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Read all the instructions before using this fan.
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Use this fan only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause electrical shock, fire or injury to persons.
Do not operate the fan with a damaged power cord or after the fan malfunctions or has been dropped in any manner. -
Use of extreme caution is necessary when any fan is used by or near children, disabled persons or pets and whenever the fan is left operating unattended.
Do not place the fan on a small, unlevel, uneven or any surface which might allow fan to tip or fall. -
Always unplug fan when not in use, when moving from place to place, when assembling or disassembling parts, and before cleaning.
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The use of attachments, not recommended or sold by the manufacturer, may cause hazards.
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To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not use this fan with any solid state speed control device.
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Do not operate the fan with blade guards or any safety device removed.
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Automatically operated device – To reduce the risk of injury, disconnect from power supply before servicing.
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If the power supply cord is damaged, contact your local service center or a qualified electrician to install an appropriate replacement cord to prevent any injury or damage.
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Do not use an extension cord with this fan.
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To reduce the risk of injury to persons, install fan at least 2.1m (7 feet) above the floor.
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Do not run power cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners or the like. Arrange cord away from traffic area where it will not be tripped over.
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Do not insert or allow any object to enter any openings on the fan. Doing so may cause electric shock and/or fire hazard. Avoid contact with moving parts.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with
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WARNING:
Risk of electrical shock—This fan is supplied with a grounding conductor and
GFCI type plug. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, make sure that it is
connected only to a PROPERLY grounded outlet.
Use only on GFCI protected receptacles.
To Reduce The Risk Of Electric Shock, Connect Only To An Outlet Provided With
A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupting Device.
Do not under any circumstances remove the power plug’s ground prong or ground
fault unit. For your personal safety, the fan must be grounded.
The fan is equipped with a power supply with ground fault circuit interrupting
device. Removal or tampering of power cord will void warranty.
Never use an extension cord to connect the fan to an outlet. All installations
must be made into a grounded outlet.
WARNING: Electrical Shock Hazard
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Use with adequate electrical system that
is up to code.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, connect only to an outlet
WARNING: to Reduce the Risk of Fire or Electric Shock, do not use this product with any solid‑state speed control device.
DANGER: Do not submerge motor in water or allow motor to be exposed to water. Personal injury and/or death could result. Never handle the fan or motor with wet hands or when standing on wet or damp surface or in water. Fatal electrical shock could occur.
Installation Instructions
Use the following information as a guideline only. It is the user’s
responsibility to be sure the location and the wall surface can handle the
weight of this fan (14.6 lbs).
The wall fan must be mounted on 12 inch (300mm) thick dry and cement ‑ grouted
firm wall or on 4 by 5 inch wood studs / joists.
Use wall bracket as a template for locating the holes to be drilled.
After determining the hole locations, use an appropriate sized drill bit and,
drill holes through mounting surface.
It is recommended that a minimum of grade 5 fasteners be used. The following
are acceptable surfaces for mounting wall mount assembly.
STEEL SURFACE ‑ When mounting to a steel surface, such as vertical I‑beam,
drill through holes at pre‑marked locations, using a 9/32″ drill bit. Attach
wall mount assembly to mounting surface using 1/4″‑20 hex screw, in
combination with 1/4″ flat washers, 1/4″ lock washers, and 1/4″‑20 hex nuts.
MASONRY SURFACE ‑ When mounting to a masonry surface use a 1/4″ expansion type
bolt or 1/4″ masonry lag with
shield designed to handle the weight of this fan. Drill holes
at pre‑marked locations using appropriate sized drill bit as recommended for
the fastener.
Usage
Fan operation: Always operate the fan in the upright position following all
instructions and recommendations listed in this manual.
Fan location: Place the fan in the area of the room that will provide proper
fan cooling.
Fan connection: Plug fan directly into 120 volt A.C., 60 Hz wall outlet. Be
sure plug fits tightly in outlet. A loose connection may cause overheating and
damage to the plug or fan.
Note: To prevent overloading a circuit, do not plug the fan into a
circuit that is servicing other electrical needs.
Speed control: To operate the fan, each pull of the string will cycle through
the following settings:
- OFF
- LOW
- MED
- HIGH
- OFF
Care and Maintenance
Cleaning: CAUTION‑Before cleaning the fan be sure to disconnect power cord
from the plug. Clean the grille surface with a clean damp cloth. Do not use
harsh chemical or abrasive cleaners. DO NOT IMMERSE THE FAN OR ANY WIRES IN
WATER. Replace front grille before fan use. Allow fan to dry completely before
use. Periodic grille cleaning with a vacuum will prevent dust build up. The
motor is sealed and does not require any interior maintenance, cleaning or
lubrication.
Maintenance: The Internal motor bearings are permanently lubricated at the
factory and do not require any additional lubrication.
Repair: DO NOT OPERATE THE FAN WITHOUT THE GRILLE IN PLACE. DO NOT USE THE FAN
IF IT HAS MALFUNCTIONED OR BECOME DAMAGED IN ANY WAY.
Storage: Keep original carton for storage of the fan. Coil and tie the power
cord to avoid damage during storage.
Limited Warranty
Hexago LLC warrants this product to be free of defects in material and
workmanship for the applications specified in the Owner’s Manual for a period
of 12 months for the whole fan from date of purchase. This warranty only
applies to the original purchaser of this product.
This warranty excludes damage, accidental or otherwise, to the unit not caused
by a defect in material or workmanship.
The warranty also exlcudes damage caused by misuse, tampering, modification,
missassembly, repairs or alternations, or failure to adequately maintain and
care for the unit. Operating this product under any conditions others than
those recommended or at voltages other than indicated will also void this
warranty. For warranty issues, contact the place of purchase for repair/
replacement opportunities. The original dated receipt or proof of purchase
must accompany all returns.
All warranties, expressed or implied, are limited for 12 months for the whole
fan from the date of purchase. Please contact us at
www.tornadofans.com if you have any questions.
Tornado is a registered trademark of Hexago LLC.
Some states do not allow for the limitation or exclusion of incidental or
consequential damages, or do not allow limitation on implied warranties. The
above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and may also include other rights that vary state by
state.
- Customer service email: info@tornadofans.com
- Website: www.tornadofans.com
FOR CALIFORNIA CONSUMERS WARNING:
This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which
are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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