Vortice VORT PRESS 140 I, Instruction Booklet

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• Do not use this appliance for purposes 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 basic rules must be observed when using electrical appliances: a) Never touch electrical appliances
with wet or damp hands; b) Never touch electrical appliances while barefoot; c) Never allow children or infirm
persons to operate appliances unattended.
• Store the appliance out of reach of children and infirm persons after disconnecting it from the power supply.
• Do not operate the appliance where inflammable vapours or substances are present (alcohol, insecticides,
petrol, etc.)
• If the product is installed at a height less than 2.3 metres, fit a protection grille over the air outlet to prevent
access to the fan impeller.
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This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above
and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play
with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be
made by children without supervision.
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The appliance must be installed by a professionally qualified
electrician.
• Do not make modifications of any kind to the appliance.
• Do not expose the appliance to the weather (rain, sun, etc.).
• Periodically inspect the appliance for damage. If any faults are found, do not operate the appliance; contact
Vortice* immediately.
• In the event that the appliance malfunctions or develops a fault, contact Vortice* immediately. Ensure that
only genuine original Vortice spares are used for repairs.
• In the event that the appliance is dropped or suffers a heavy blow, have it checked immediately by Vortice*.
• The appliance is double insulated and therefore does not need to be earthed.
• Check that the electrical power supply/socket provides the maximum electrical power required by the
appliance. If this is not the case, arrange for a qualified electrician to make the necessary modifications.
• The timer should be adjusted by qualified personnel only.
• Switch off the appliance at the main switch: a) if the appliance does not function correctly; b) before cleaning
the outside of the appliance, c) if the appliance is not to be used for any length of time.
• Ensure that the room has an adequate source of fresh air to ensure correct appliance operation. In the event
that other non-sealed combustion-based appliances (such as water heater or gas stove) are installed in the
same room, check that air replacement is sufficient for all appliances to work effectively together.
• Do not use the appliance to control activation of water heaters, room heaters, etc., nor should it discharge
into the hot air flues of such appliances.
• Ensure that the appliance discharges into a single duct (dedicated to this product) or directly to the outside.
• The air to be extracted from the room must be clean (i.e. free of grease, soot, chemical and corrosive agents,
explosive or flammable mixtures).
• Keep the appliance intake and outlet grilles free to ensure optimum air flow at all times.
• Install the appliance in such a way that the impeller is inaccessible from the air delivery side, as verified by
contact with the Finger gauge (Fig. B), in compliance with statutory accident prevention regulations. If
necessary, fit the fixed protective grille.
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These appliances are designed for use in residential and commercial
properties.
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The electrical system to which the product is connected must be in
compliance with applicable regulations.
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An omnipolar switch with a contact opening distance of 3 mm or
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WARNING - CAUTION 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
!