When the characteristics of an installation dictate that
one or more of the extraction vents will not be used,
these vents should be sealed using the special
blanking caps provided. This will stop any leaks and
ensure that air from the areas involved is properly
extracted.
Safety
• Do not use this appliance for functions other than
those described in this booklet
• After removing the appliance from its packaging,
ensure that it is complete and undamaged. If in
doubt contact a professionally qualified electrician or
VORTICE. Do not leave packaging within the reach
of children or infirm persons
• Certain fundamental rules must be observed when
using any electrical appliance, including:
- never touch electrical appliances with wet or damp
hands;
- never touch appliances while barefoot;
- never allow children or infirm persons to operate
appliances unattended
• Do not sit on or leave objects on the appliance.
• Store the appliance out of the reach of children and
infirm persons after deciding to disconnect it from
the power supply and use it no more.
• Do not use the appliance where flammable vapours
are present (spirit, insecticides, petrol, etc.).
•
This appliance can be used by
children no less than 8 years of
age and by individuals with
limited physical, sensory or
mental capacities, or by
inexperienced or untrained
individuals, provided that they
are supervised or have been
instructed in safe use of the
appliance and understand the
associated risks. Children must
not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and maintenance
procedures that can be
undertaken by the user must not
be entrusted to children, unless
under supervision.
•
The appliance must be installed
by a professionally qualified
electrician.
•
The electrical system to which
the product is connected must
be in compliance with applicable
regulations.
•
Precautions must be taken to
prevent gas coming from the gas
flue pipe or from other fuel
combustion units from entering
into the room
.
• Do not make modifications of any kind to this
appliance.
• Do not expose this appliance to the weather (rain,
sun, etc.).
• Regularly inspect the appliance for visible defects.
If any faults are found, do not operate the appliance;
contact VORTICE immediately.
• If the appliance does not function correctly or
develops a fault, contact VORTICE immediately.
Ensure that only genuine original VORTICE spares
are used for any repairs.
• Should the appliance be dropped or suffer a heavy
blow, have it checked immediately by VORTICE.
• The appliance must be installed by professionally
qualified personnel.
• The electrical system to which the appliance is
connected must conform to applicable standards.
• The appliance is double insulated and therefore
does not need to be earthed.
• The electrical power supply/socket to which the
appliance is to be connected must be able to provide
the maximum electrical power required by the
appliance. If it cannot do so, arrange for a qualified
electrician to make the necessary modifications.
• A multi-pole switch must be used to install the
appliance. The gap between the switch contacts
must be no less than 3 mm.
• Switch off the system’s main switch: a) if the
appliance does not function correctly; b) before
cleaning the inside and outside of the appliance;
c) if you decide not to use the appliance for any
length of time.
• Maintenance/Cleaning: On a yearly basis, have
professionally qualified personnel check the level of
grime that has accumulated. If necessary, use a dry
cloth or a brush to clean the control components and
fan blades. Water should only be used to clean the
adjustment vents. Do not immerse the appliance in
water or other liquids.
• Check that the air intake section, situated towards
the outside, is clear.
• The flow of air or fumes to be carried outside must
be clean (that is free of grease, soot, chemical and
corrosive agents, and explosive or flammable
mixtures).
• The appliance must not be used to activate water
heaters, room heaters, etc. and it must not discharge
ENGLISH
Warning:
this symbol indicates that care must
be taken to avoid injury to the user
!
Caution:
this symbol indicates that care must
be taken to avoid damaging the appliance
!
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