BIONAIRE BW2300 User Manual

FAN CLEANING

Clean the fan grills, extender screen, and extender panels
with a soft, damp cloth. Please use caution around the
motor housing area. Do not allow the motor or other
electrical components to be exposed to water. Also, using
a soft bristle brush attachment, a vacuum cleaner may be
used to extract dust buildup on the grill areas.
NOTE: Remember to turn your fan to the off position prior
to cleaning.

FAN STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS

Your fan can be stored in the off-season, however it is
important to keep it in a safe, dry location.

• We recommend using the original (or appropriately
sized) box.

• Remember to protect the fan from dust.

5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden
Consumer Solutions or if in Canada, Sunbeam Corporation
(Canada) Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer
Solutions (collectively “JCS”) warrants that for a period of
five years from the date of purchase, this product will be
free from defects in material and workmanship. JCS, at its
option, will repair or replace this product or any component
of the product found to be defective during the warranty
period. Replacement will be made with a new or
remanufactured product or component. If the product is no
longer available, replacement may be made with a similar
product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive
warranty. Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical
or mechanical functions on this product. Doing so will void
this warranty.
This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from
the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable.
Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is
required to obtain warranty performance. JCS dealers,
service centers, or retail stores selling JCS products do not
have the right to alter, modify or any way change the terms
and conditions of this warranty.
This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or
damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use
or misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or
current, use contrary to the operating instructions,
disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than JCS
or an authorized JCS service center. Further, the warranty
does not cover: Acts of God, such as fire, flood,
hurricanes and tornadoes.

What are the limits on JCS’s Liability?

JCS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential
damages caused by the breach of any express, implied or
statutory warranty or condition.
Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any
implied warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness
for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the
duration of the above warranty.
JCS disclaims all other warranties, conditions or
representations, express, implied, statutory or otherwise.
JCS shall not be liable for any damages of any kind
resulting from the purchase, use or misuse of, or inability to
use the product including incidental, special,
consequential or similar damages or loss of profits, or for
any breach of contract, fundamental or otherwise, or for
any claim brought against purchaser by any other party.

Some provinces, states or jurisdictions do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply
to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights that vary from province to province,
state to state or jurisdiction to jurisdiction.

How to Obtain Warranty Service

In the U.S.A.
If you have any question regarding this warranty or would
like to obtain warranty service, please call 1-800-253-2764
and a convenient service center address will be provided
to you.
In Canada
If you have any question regarding this warranty or would
like to obtain warranty service, please call 1-800-253-2764
and a convenient service center address will be provided
to you.
In the U.S.A., this warranty is offered by Sunbeam
Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer
Solutions located in Boca Raton, Florida 33431. In
Canada, this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Corporation
(Canada) Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer
Solutions, located at 20B Hereford Street, Brampton,
Ontario L6Y 0M1. If you have any other problem or claim in
connection with this product, please write our Consumer
Service Department.

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO ANY
OF THESE ADDRESSES OR TO THE PLACE OF
PURCHASE.

© 2007 Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden
Consumer Solutions. All Rights Reserved. Distributed by
Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden
Consumer Solutions, Boca Raton, Florida 33431.

BW230007EM1 Printed in China

16” STAND fan with

Remote Control

MODEL

BASF1522RC

9100010009530

Read instructions before operating.

Retain for future reference.

Instruction Leaflet

INFO-LINE

If after having read this leaflet, you have any

questions or comments on your fan,

call 1-800-253-2764 in North America.

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remote control

WINDOW fan

MODEL BW2300

If you have any questions regarding your product or
would like to learn more about other Bionaire®products,
please contact our Consumer Service Department at
1-800-253-2764 or visit our website at
www.bionaire.com

WINDOW FAN ACCESSORIES

Window Fan
Extender Panel

To order please go to www.bionaire.com
or call 1-800-253-2764

Issue

Potential

Cause

Potential Solution

The air is not
moving in the
direction that I
want it to.

Airflow direction
switches are
not in the
correct position.

Adjust the airflow direction switches to
intake, exhaust, or air exchange.

Fan will not
operate even
though I am
turning on the
fan with the
speed control
knob.

Fan is not
plugged in.

The fan is
plugged in and
is set to the Off
position.

Preset
temperature on
the fan is set
too high.

Plug the cord into a 120V AC outlet.

Turn the fan on using the speed button.
Refer to Manual or Automatic Operating
Instructions.

Set the temperature on the fan so that it is
lower than the room temperature. Refer to
Automatic Operating Instructions.

Fan is not secure
in my window
and moves
during operation.

Fan may not be
set in the
window
properly.

Ensure that the bottom edge of the window
sash fits into the groove along the top of the
fan. Close the sash completely on top of the
window so it is secure. Refer to the Window
Fan Installation section.

My window fan
will not fit
horizontally in the
window.

Fan may need
to be installed
vertically.

Window fans can be installed either vertically
or horizontally. Please note that when
installing vertically, the internal adjustable
extender panel must be located on the top of
the window fan and never on the bottom.
Refer to the Window Fan Installation section.

My window fan
has become
dirty.

Long term on
continued use.
This is normal
when circulating
unfiltered air.

First unplug the fan from the outlet. The
outside of the fan can be wiped down with a
damp cloth. Use a vacuum cleaner with a
dust brush attachment. Refer to the
Cleaning/Maintenance Instructions section.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

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Step 2: To turn the fan on press the Speed Control Button.
Step 3: Set the speed to high, medium (med) or low by

pressing the Speed Control Button.

Step 4: Set the airflow direction to Exhaust (out), Intake (in)

or exchange (one blade blowing air in and the
second blade blowing air out) by pressing the air
flow button.

Step 5: To turn the fan off press the Speed Control Button

until the fan stops.

AUTOMATIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Your window fan is equipped with the digital control
thermostat that automatically turns the fan on and off
depending upon the preset comfort level. For example, if
you have set your thermostat to 75 degrees and the room
temperature drops to 74 degrees or lower then the fan will
automatically shut off. The fan will then turn on again when
the room temperature exceeds 75 degrees. In order to
take advantage of this feature, make sure your window fan
is in automatic mode (this will be indicated by a red light on
the left of the control panel).
Step 1: Set the fan to Automatic Mode by pressing the

Mode button located on the Control Panel. The
Auto On light will illuminate when the unit is in
Automatic Mode.

Step 2: Press the Temp Set (+,–) buttons on the front of

the Control Panel or use the remote control to
program the desired temperature or switch to the
manual mode.

Step 3: When you are finished setting the temperature, let

go of the button. The display will blink a few times
and then will return to displaying the current room
temperature.

IMPORTANT: If the unit will not start in automatic mode,
please make sure that the set temperature is below the
current room temperature. If the fan is stopped and you
would like to turn it back on, lower the set temperature or
switch to the manual mode.

REMOTE CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS

Your window fan is equipped with a remote control. This
remote control can be used to adjust the following
functions: Power, Manual/Automatic mode, Air Flow
Direction, Temperature adjustments.
Two “AAA” batteries have been included for your
convenience.

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc),or
rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.

CLEANING/MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Follow these instructions to correctly and safely care for
your fan. Please remember:

• Always unplug the fan before cleaning.

• Do not allow water to drip on or enter into fan housing.

• Be sure to use a soft cloth moistened with a mild soap
solution.

• Do not use gasoline, thinner or benzene as a cleaner.

Step 2: If the fan does not fit snugly to the top and bottom of

the window casing, attach the included extender
panel(s) and pull out the built-in extender screen until
the fan fits safely in your window (See Figure 3).

Step 3: To keep the fan in place, carefully close the

window so that the bottom edge of the window
rests on the flat area on the top of the window fan.

WARNING: Be sure fan is securely installed in your
window at all times. Do not lean or push on fan while it is
in the window.
NOTE: For slider windows, set the fan vertically in your
window opening, with the left side on the bottom.

INSTALLATION GUIDE

The extender panels can be secured to the fan by simply
sliding the extender panels into the grooves located on the
left hand side of the fan.

The extender screen can be adjusted by pulling out the
extender locks located on the top and bottom of the right
side of the fan. Push the locks back into place to secure
the extender screen at the desired length.

For 24 inch to 27 inch (61-69cm): Use up to 3 inch
(7cm) of right side, pull out extender screen.

For 28 inch to 34 inch (71-86cm): Use one 3 inch (7cm)
extender panel on the left side. Adjust the pull out extender
screen on the right side for a tight fit
(from 0.5 inch to 7 inch (1.3-17.8cm) ).

For 35 inch to 37 inch (89-94cm): Use two 3 inch (7cm)
extender panels on the left side. Adjust the pull out
extender screen on the right side for a tight fit
(from 0.5 inch to 7 inch (1.3-17.8cm) ).

Larger than 37 inch (94cm): Additional extender panels
will be required.

MANUAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: To operate the fan continuously, make sure that the

auto on light located to the left of the control panel is off.
Step 1: Plug your window fan into any 120V AC electrical

outlet.

NOTE: The temperature display will always be on when

the fan is plugged into the electrical outlet.

FAN SAFETY

PLEASE READ AND SAVE
THESE IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and injury to persons, including the following:

1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.

2. To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance
directly into a 120 V AC electrical outlet.

3. Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. DO NOT let
the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter. To
avoid fire hazard, NEVER put the cord under rugs,
near heat registers, radiators, stoves, or heaters.

4. To protect against electrical hazards, DO NOT
immerse in water or other liquids. Do not use near
water.

5. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is
used by or near children or disabled people.

6. Always unplug the fan before moving it, putting on or
taking off parts, cleaning, or whenever the fan is not in
use. Be sure to pull by the plug and not the cord.

7. Avoid contact with moving parts. DO NOT operate
without fan grills properly in place.

8. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord
or plug, if motor fan fails to rotate, after the appliance
malfunctions, or if it has been dropped or damaged in
any manner. Return appliance to manufacturer for
examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or
repair.

9. DO NOT operate in the presence of explosive and/or
flammable fumes.

10.Use appliance only for intended household use as
described in this manual. Any other use not
recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons. The use of
attachments not recommended or sold by Bionaire

®

may cause hazards.

11.DO NOT use outdoors.

12.Always use on a dry, level surface.

13.Keep unit away from heated surfaces and open flames.

14.DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or
mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void
your warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user
serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed
by qualified personnel only.

PLEASE SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION

THIS APPLIANCE HAS A POLARIZED
AC 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 to install the proper outlet.

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MODIFY THIS PLUG OR
DEFEAT THIS SAFETY FEATURE IN ANY WAY.

PLEASE READ AND SAVE
THESE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WINDOW FAN INSTALLATION

The window fan has been designed to fit double-hung,
slider and casement windows.
Step 1: Set the fan into your window opening.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Figure 1

A

B

C

D

E

PULLS OUT UP TO 7.0 inch (17.8cm)

LEFT

Extra Extender Panels

RIGHT

Built-In, Pull Out Extender Screen

24 inch (61cm) long

FRONT VIEW

Two 3.0 inch (7cm) extenders, (Included in your box packed at both ends)

Figure 3

F

G

J

K

L

H

I

Figure 2

G. Speed Control Button J. Mode Button
H. Temp Up Button K. Dimmer Button
I. Air Flow Direction Button L. Temp Down Button

A. Front Grills
B. Extender Screen (not shown)
C. Extender Locks(2)

D. Control Panel
E. LCD Display
F. Remote Control

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