Ventamatic HVFF 20 User Manual [en, es]

20” HIGH VELOCITY FLOOR FAN

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PURCHASE OF THE
MaxxAir™ 20” HIGH VELOCITY FLOOR FAN.

With proper care and maintenance the fan will aord you
many years of use. Please read the safety instructions

below, and save for future reference.

THIS FAN IS FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY.

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

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

1. Read all instructions before using the Fan.

2. Make certain that the power source conforms to the
electrical requirements of the Fan.

3. Use the Fan only as described in these instructions. Any
other use not recommended by the manufacturer may
cause re, electrical shock or injury to persons.

4. To reduce the risk of personal injury and electric shock,
the Fan should not be played with or placed where small
children can reach it.

5. Unplug power cord before installing, servicing or
moving the Fan. Warning: Do not depend upon the

on-o switch as the sole means of disconnecting
power when installing or servicing the fan. Always
unplug the power cord.

6. This Fan must NOT be used in potentially dangerous
locations such as ammable, explosive, chemical-laden
or wet atmospheres.

7. DO NOT use Fan in or near a window. Rain may create
an electrical hazard.

8. Completely assemble the Fan according to the
assembly instructions on the reverse of this page before
connecting to power supply. Warning: this appliance

has a polarized plug (wide blade of plug to wide slot,
fully inserted). If the plug does not t fully into the
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not t, contact a
qualied electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this
safety feature. Warning: this plug is a safety device.
To reduce the risk of re, shock, and personal injury,
do not remove, replace, repair or tamper with the
originally supplied plug. If the fan does not function
properly, it may be due to the safety device incorpo­rated in this plug. Call 800-433-1626, monday-friday,
between 8:00 a.m. And 5:00 p.m. CST. If the plug
warning label is missing or damaged, call the toll free
number for a replacement label.

9. Where possible, avoid the use of extension cords. If
they must be used, minimize the risk of overheating by
ensuring that they are UL listed. Never use a single
extension cord to operate more than one Fan. Do not

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MODEL: HVFF 20

plug the Fan into any other cord-connected device such
as a power strip, cord reel, surge protector, multiple
outlet adapters or outlet-type air fresheners. The use of
such devices may create a re hazard.

10. Do not operate any Fan with a damaged cord or plug
or after the Fan malfunctions, has been dropped or
damaged in any manner.

11. Do not insert or allow ngers or foreign objects to
enter any ventilation or exhaust opening, as it may cause
an electric shock, re or damage the Fan. Do not block or
tamper with the Fan in any manner while it is in operation.

12. Always place the Fan on a stable, at, level surface
when operating to avoid the chance of the Fan overturn
ing. Locate the Power Cord so the Fan or other objects are
not resting on it. Do not run Power Cord under carpeting.
Do not cover Power Cord with throw rugs, runners, or the
like. Arrange Power Cord away from room trac and
where it will not be tripped over.

13. This Fan is not intended for use in wet or damp
locations. Never locate a Fan where it may fall into a
bathtub or other water container.

14. Do not use Fan outdoors.

15. This Fan is not suitable for use in agricultural facilities
including areas where livestock, poultry or other animals
are conned. Please refer to National Electric Code ( NEC)
Article 547-7 (2008) or applicable state or local codes or
standards relating to electrical requirements for
Agricultural Buildings. THIS FAN DOES NOT MEET THE
REQUIREMENTS OF NEC ARTICLE 547-7 (2008).

16. This Fan is not suitable for use in hazardous locations.
Please refer to National Electric Code (NEC) Article 500 or
applicable state or local codes or standards relating to
electrical requirements for Hazardous locations. THIS FAN
DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF NEC ARTICLES
500 (2008).

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT USE THIS FAN WITH ANY
SOLID STATE SPEED CONTROL DEVICES.

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20” HIGH VELOCITY FLOOR FAN

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

MODEL: HVFF 20

Your MaxxAir™ fan requires minimal assembly. Only a Philips screwdriver is required to
complete the assembly.

TUBE BASE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Remove two screws from V-shaped
tube base. Retain screws for use in
Step 4 below.

2. Slide one end of V-shaped tube
base to the fan support tube with
smaller end (Fig 1 A in diagram).

3. Slide the other end of the
V-shaped tube base to the second
other fan support tube with
smaller end (Fig 1 B in diagram).

4. Align the holes in each side of the
tube base with the holes in each
side of the fan tube. (Fig 1 C in
diagram). Secure with screws
removed in Step 1.

HOW TO ADJUST TILT

1. Use adjustment knobs on either
side of fan to loosen tilt nut by
turning counterclockwise.

2. Adjust fan head to desired tilt.

3. Tighten both knobs by turning
clockwise.

SPEED CONTROL

1. Rotate switch to LOW (3), MEDIUM
(2) or HIGH (1) speed for respective
air velocity.

PLEASE NOTE:

It is normal for the fan motor to feel
warm to the touch after continuous
operation. This fan features a
thermal cuto that will automatically
shut o the motor should it overheat
for any reason. If this happens,
unplug the fan from the outlet
immediately.

FIGURE 1

1 A

1 C 1 C

CLEANING

WARNING: Unplug the fan from
electrical supply before cleaning.

• Use soft, damp cloth to clean fan.

Remove any moisture with clean,
dry cloth.

• Do not use any cleaning solution

that is harmful to paint or plastic.

• Do not bend blades when cleaning

fan.

1 B

PLEASE NOTE: The motor bearings in your MaxxAir™ fan are permanently sealed and
DO NOT REQUIRE additional lubrication.

If you should have any questions about the operation of your MaxxAir™ High Velocity Floor

Fan, please contact Ventamatic, Ltd. toll free at 1.800.433.1626