TORNADO HI-FAN-DRUM24W-1 P 24 Inch Metal Portable Tilt Blower Drum Fan Instruction Manual
- June 3, 2024
- Tornado
Table of Contents
TORNADO HI-FAN-DRUM24W-1 P 24 Inch Metal Portable Tilt Blower Drum Fan
Intended Use
This product is intended for indoor residential and office use only, not for
industrial or other commercial applications. 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.
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.
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Do not operate the fan with a damaged power cord or after the fan malfunctions or has been dropped in any manner.
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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.
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Do not place the fan on a small, unlevel, uneven or any surface which might allow fan to tip or fall.
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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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Do not use outdoors.
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To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose to
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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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To reduce the risk of injury to persons, install fan at least 2.1m (7 feet) above the floor.
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Avoid the use of extension cords due to risk of fire. If an extension cord must be used, the cord must be minimum
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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
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Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
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WARNING: Shock Hazard
Use your fan only in dry environments. This fan is not intended for use in a
bathroom, laundry area, or similar locations, or near sinks, washing machines,
swimming pools or other sources of water. Never locate fan where it may fall
into a bathtub or other water receptacle. Do not use in damp environments such
as flooded basements.
WARNING: Hot Surfaces
Do not touch fan motor when in use. This motor is hot when in use, to avoid
burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces.
WARNING: Fire Hazard
Fans have arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use near combustible
materials or flammable gases or sources of heat.
DO NOT USE in areas where gasoline, paint or flammable materials are used or
stored. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any
manner. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or
exhaust opening as this may cause an electric shock, fire, or damage the fan.
WARNING: Electrical Shock Hazard
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Use with adequate electrical system
that is up to code.
CAUTION: to Prevent Electric Shock, this product has a three prong grounded plug that must be inserted into a matching properly grounded outlet to reduce the risk of electrical shock. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
WARNING: to Reduce the Risk of Fire or Electric Shock, do not use this product with any solid‑state speed control device.
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 AC., 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.
Turning Fan On: Place fan on stable level surface. Plug fan into properly
grounded outlet. To start the fan, turn the switch from the OFF position to
the desired fan speed.
Turning Fan Off: To turn the fan off, turn the switch from the current
fan speed setting to the off position. Remove plug from outlet.
Adjusting Fan Tilt: To adjust the tilt angle, use supplied knob wrench to
loosen the adjustment screw. After adjustment, retighten the adjustment screw.
Save knob wrench for future use.
Fan Assembly
WARNING: There is one small hole on each side of the two cradle bases.
The two small holes should be kept inner side and at the same directions.
WARNING: C astors must be installed before use.
For Detailed Step By Step Assembling video please go to: https://www.tornado- fans.com/drumfan/
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.
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.
Fuse Replacement
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Grasp plug and remove from the receptacle or other outlet device. Do not unplug by pulling on cord.
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Open fuse cover by sliding open fuse access cover on top of attachment plug towards blades. See Fig. 2.
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Remove fuse carefully. Use a small tool to pry the end of the fuse from holder cavity. Be careful not to break glass window.
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Replace fuse.
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WARNING: Risk of fire. Replace fuse only with identical 2.5 or 5.0 Amp, 125 Volt fuse (3.6mm x 10mm).
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Close fuse cover by sliding it back to its original closed position.
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: [email protected]
Website: www.tornadofans.com