VORNADO Pivot3 Compact Air Circulator Fan User Guide
- June 15, 2024
- Vornado
Table of Contents
VORNADO Pivot3 Compact Air Circulator Fan
Product Information
Specifications
- Model: PIVOT3C WHOLE ROOM CIRCULATOR
- Intended Use: Circulating air in indoor living spaces
- Country of Use: United States
- Not intended for commercial or industrial use
- Manufacturer’s Contact: vornado.com, 800-234-0604, help@vornado.com
Product Usage Instructions
Installation
Follow these instructions to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury:
- Place the product away from curtains, draperies, tablecloths, and other fabrics to prevent them from being drawn into the product and causing damage or a fire.
- Ensure no part of the product, including the appliance, power cord, plug, or packaging, is damaged.
- Supervise children aged 12 and younger and individuals with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities to prevent them from playing with the appliance, its parts, or packaging material.
Safe Use
To ensure safe usage of the product, follow these guidelines:
- Do not operate the product with a solid-state speed device, such as a dimmer control switch, to avoid circuit overload, fire, and electric shock.
- Do not use the fan if the power cord or plug is damaged.
- Discard or return the fan to an authorized service facility for examination and/or repair.
- If the unit has been dropped or damaged, do not operate it.
Only use original replacement parts, and if the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer.
Servicing
Follow these instructions for servicing and maintenance:
- Clean the product regularly as instructed in the manual.
- To service the product, follow these steps:
- Using the product controls, turn off the appliance.
- Grasp the plug (not the cord) and disconnect it from the outlet.
- Replace the fuse only with a 2.5 Amp, 125 Volt fuse as specified.
- Slide the fuse cover closed using a screwdriver. Ensure the cover fits completely in the plug without sticking out.
- Plug your appliance into the outlet and turn the power on.
- If the replacement fuse blows, there may be a short circuit.
Discard or return the product to an authorized service facility for examination and/or repair.
Features
The PIVOT3C WHOLE ROOM CIRCULATOR offers the following features:
- Efficiently circulates air in the whole room
- Suitable for indoor living spaces
FAQ:
Q: Can I use this product for commercial or industrial purposes?
- A: No, this product is intended for indoor living spaces only and should not be used for commercial or industrial purposes.
Q: What should I do if the power cord or plug is damaged?
- A: If the power cord or plug is damaged, do not operate the product. Discard it or return it to an authorized service facility for examination and/or repair.
Q: How often should I clean the product?
- A: Clean the product regularly as instructed in the manual to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
- We expect this product to be perfect.
- If it is not, we will make it right.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- This owner’s guide and any additional inserts are considered part of the product. They contain important information about safety, use, and disposal. Before using the product, please familiarize yourself with all operating and safety instructions. Please keep all documents for future reference and pass these documents on, together with the product, to any future owner. See www.vornado.com/circulators-manuals to view, download, and print the most current version of these instructions.
- INTENDED USE: This product is intended to circulate the air in indoor living spaces only in the United States. This product is not intended for commercial or industrial use. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for damage or injury due to unauthorized use or product modification. Failure to follow these directions will void the product warranty.
- WARNING: Risk to Children and Impaired Persons
- Supervision is required during the installation, operation, cleaning, and maintenance of this product by children 12 years of age and younger and anyone with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance, its parts, and packaging material.
- INSTALLATION WARNING—To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons, observe the following:
- Place this product away from curtains, draperies, tablecloths, and other fabrics, since they may be drawn into the product, damage the motor, and/or cause a fire.
- No part of this product (the appliance, power cord, plug, packaging, etc.) should be placed near furnaces, fireplaces, stoves, or other high-temperature heat sources. Do not use this product in a window, on an uneven or unstable surface, or near water.
- The appliance, power supply, power cord, and plug cannot come into contact with water. Do not use this product on wet surfaces. Do not use this product in a bathtub or shower or position the product where it may fall into a bathtub, laundry, swimming pool, or other water container. Do not use this product outdoors or expose it to weather or elements.
- Do not run the cord under carpeting. Do not cover the cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. Do not route the cord under furniture or appliances. Arrange the cord away from the traffic area so that it
will not be tripped over. The cord should not hang over the edges of counters or be placed where it can be crimped or closed indoors. Place the appliance near an easily accessible outlet so the product can be unplugged quickly during an emergency.
SAFE USE WARNING—To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons, observe the following:
- WARNING: To reduce the likelihood of circuit overload, fire, and electric shock, do not operate with a solid-state speed device, such as a dimmer control switch.
- Do not operate any fan with a damaged cord or plug. Discard the fan or return it to an authorized service facility for examination and/or repair.
- Do not operate the unit if the unit has been dropped or damaged. Do not use this product if it has a damaged power cord or plug. To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not attempt to repair or replace parts. Only original replacement parts may be used. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons to avoid a hazard. Contact Vornado Consumer Service at 1-800-234-0604 (phone) or consumerservice@vornado.com (email) for further instructions about replacement and repair.
- Before plugging a power cord into an electrical outlet, be sure that all electrical information on the rating label, including voltage, is compatible with your outlet’s power supply.
- Do not sit or stand on the product.
- Never use the cord as a handle or otherwise yank, strain, or stretch the power cord.
- While the product is plugged in, do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any input or output opening as this may cause a risk of electric shock fire, or damage to the product.
- A loose fit between the wall outlet (receptacle) and the plug may cause overheating and distortion of the plug. Discontinue use of the product in this outlet. Contact a qualified electrician to replace loose or worn outlets.
- This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other.) To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
- Before moving, repositioning, servicing, cleaning, and when not in use, use the product controls to turn off the power and then unplug.
- To disconnect from the outlet, grasp and pull only the plug. Also, power off and unplug if the product will be left unattended for an extended time or during electrical storms.
- SERVICING WARNING—To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons, observe the following:
- Clean your product regularly, only as instructed in this manual. Before cleaning, turn off the power on your product and unplug it. Do not use gasoline, thinners, solvents, ammonia, or other chemicals for cleaning. Refer to the CLEANING instructions provided.
- Do not open appliance housing while the product is plugged in. To avoid the risk of shock, all service and/or repairs must be done by a Vornado Authorized Service Center.
- This product employs overload protection (fuse). A blown fuse indicates an overload or short-circuit situation. If the fuse blows, unplug the product from the outlet. Replace the fuse as per the user servicing instructions (follow product marking for proper fuse rating) and check the product. If the replacement fuse blows, a short-circuit may be present and the product should be discarded or returned to an authorized service facility for examination and/or repair.
User Servicing Instructions
- Using the product controls, turn off the appliance.
- Grasp the plug (not the cord) and disconnect from the outlet.
- Risk of Fire. Replace fuse only with 2.5 Amp, 125 Volt fuse as approved by Vornado Consumer Service. For an authorized replacement fuse, please contact Vornado Consumer Service.
- Once the replacement is received, use a small flat-head screwdriver to slide open the fuse cover (located on the plug) (See next page, Fig. A).
- Remove the fuse by using the screwdriver to gently lift each end of the fuse (See next page, Fig. B).
- Install the replacement fuse by using the screwdriver to gently push each metal end of the fuse into the receptacle one at a time. Do not push on the center of the fuse—it is fragile and may break.
- Slide the fuse cover closed using the screwdriver. When closed, the cover should fit completely in the plug. No part of the cover should stick out (See next page, Fig. C).
- Plug your appliance into the outlet and turn the power on.
- If the replacement fuse blows, a short-circuit may be present and the product should be discarded or returned to an authorized service facility for examination and/or repair.
Risk of fire. Do not replace the attachment plug. Contains a safety device
(fuse, AFCI, LCDI) that should not be removed. Discard the product if the
attachment plug is damaged.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FEATURES
- Save energy by maximizing the performance of heating and cooling systems. When you use a Vornado Circulator, you will not have to set your summertime thermostat as low or your wintertime thermostat as high.
FINGER FRIENDLY DESIGN
- Resists curious fingers.
PIVOTING HEAD
- Direct the airflow where you want it.
SWIVELING BODY
- 360° directable airflow
ROBUST CLIP
- Attaches to surfaces up to 1.5″ thick
THREE SPEEDS
- Speed setting for every comfort level.
REMOVABLE GRILLE
- For easy cleaning.
AIR INLETS
- Signature inlets and a powerful motor to move more air.
INTEGRATED CORD WRAP
- Convenient cord management
SILICONE PADS
- Non-marking pads were added for stability.
GETTING STARTED
SECURING PIVOT3 CLIP
- Choose a 1.5″ or thinner strong, solid horizontal surface from which to secure the product. Do not clip this fan to any delicate surface, as this may leave a permanent mark.
- Loosen the clip mechanism by rotating the knob on the very bottom of the clip.
- Secure the product onto the surface and retighten the clip knob.
- Route the cord through the cord clip located on the back of the product.
NOTE: Be careful not to hang the product in such a way that it prevents
normal fan operation or damages the cord. Keep the electrical cord safely
routed to avoid being tripped over or pulled. Avoid placing the product where
it could be easily bumped or dropped.
CONTROLS
CLEANING
GRILLE REMOVAL Screwdriver required
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock and injury to persons, unplug the circulator before removing the grille.
- Remove the 4 screws located in between the ribs of the inlet grille at roughly 2, 5, 7, and 10 o’clock positions.
- Dust or wash the Front Grille with a mild dishwashing soap. Do not place the grille in the dishwasher. Excessive heat can distort the plastic.
- To reattach – position the Front Grille so the Vornado logo in the center of the Front Grille is straight. Replace all the screws.
- Use the brush attachment on your household vacuum cleaner to vacuum any accumulated dust off the Front Grille and Air Inlets.
BLADE REMOVAL Pliers recommended
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock and injury to persons, unplug the circulator before removing the blade.
- First, remove the nut from the shaft by turning the nut clockwise to loosen it. Pull the blade straight out from the shaft.
- Wipe the Blade with a damp cloth.
- If your circulator is used in a greasy environment, such as a kitchen, mild soap or a common household cleaner may be necessary. Do not use solvents. Do not place the blade in the dishwasher. Excessive heat can distort the plastic.
- To reattach – be certain the flat side of the shaft aligns directly with the corresponding flat side on the blade’s socket. Push the blade on the shaft until it bottoms out. Do not use a hammer as this could result in bearing damage. Reinstall nut.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SOLUTION
The unit fails to power on.| |
The unit is not plugged in. Plug the Power Cord into an electrical outlet. Ensure the unit fan speed setting is selected.
The plug fuse has blown. Replace fuse (See USER SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS).
The unit is damaged or in need of repair. Cease usage and unplug. Contact Consumer Service for assistance.
The outlet is worn or damaged. Try another outlet or contact a qualified electrician.
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Airflow is weak or slow.| | The unit is set to a low-speed setting.
Adjust to a higher speed setting.
Airflow is blocked. Remove obstruction. Adjust the direction of airflow towards the user.
GFCI has tripped.| | Under certain conditions, it is possible for a reset GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlet to trip when the user is changing speeds on a Vornado circulator. In this event, change to an outlet that is not connected to a GFCI device. It could also indicate a weak or defective GFCI outlet. Contact a qualified electrician to check the GFCI outlet.
WARRANTY
- We expect this product to be perfect. If you’re not satisfied with this product, let us know.
- Vornado Air LLC (“Vornado”) warrants to the original consumer or purchaser that this Vornado® Whole room Circulator (“Product”) is free from defects in material or workmanship for five (5) years from the date of purchase. If any such defect is discovered within the warranty period, Vornado, at its discretion, will repair or replace the Product at no cost.
- For warranty or repair service: Call 1-800-234-0604 or email help@vornado.com to obtain a Return Authorization (“RA”) form. Please have or include your Product’s model number and serial number, as well as your name, address, city, state, zip code, and phone number when contacting Vornado for warranty service. To file a contactless warranty claim, visit vornado.com/contact-us.
- After receiving the RA form, ship your Product to Vornado Air LLC Attn: Warranty & Repair 415 East 13th Street Andover, KS 67002. For your convenience, please have your model number and serial number when contacting Vornado with service inquiries. To ensure proper handling, packages must be marked with the RA number. Packages not marked with the RA number may be refused at the receiving dock.
- Please allow 1-2 weeks for repair and return of your Product after the Product is received.
- Repairs not covered by the warranty or outside the warranty period will require a fee to cover the cost of materials, labor, handling, and shipping.
- This warranty does not apply to defects resulting from abuse of the Product, modification, alteration, mishandling, improper maintenance, commercial use, or repair or service of the Product by anyone other than Vornado; damages which occur in shipment or are attributed to acts of God. Improper product use, which includes using an external device that alters or converts the voltage or frequency of electricity, or shipping a Vornado product to a country not intended for use will void all warranties. Any unauthorized product modification, repair by an unauthorized repair center, or use of non-approved replacement parts is not recommended and any consequences will not be covered by support services or product warranties. The product warranty will be honored only on models that are being used in the country intended.
- REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. VORNADO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from state to state. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for damage caused by failure to follow these instructions or improper product use. Any such actions will invalidate the product warranty.
- All company names and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.
- All rights reserved. All technical information, data, and instructions for the installation, connection, and operation contained in these instructions for use correspond to the latest available information at the time of printing.
- The contents of this manual may differ slightly from the actual product. Observe any additional supplements.
- Designed, engineered, and supported in Andover, KS
- © 2023 Vornado Air LLC Andover, KS 67002 U.S. Patent Pending. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
- Vornado® is a trademark owned by Vornado Air LLC.
- 800.234.0604
- vornado.com
- help@vornado.com
- Vornado Air, LLC 415 East 13th Street, Andover, Kansas 67002 800.234.0604vornado.com
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