Argos Challenge User manual

Read all instructions before using this appliance. Carefully retain these
instructions for future reference.
Thank you for choosing a CHALLENGE desk fan. It is a remarkably versatile product which offers
a choice of air-circulation for summer comfort. This CHALLENGE desk fan has been designed and
manufactured to high standards of engineering and with proper use and care, as described in this
leaflet, this appliance will give you years of useful service.
Please read these instructions carefully.
GENERAL CARE AND SAFETY GUIDE
zUse only the voltage specified on the rating plate of the fan.
zDo not cover or restrict airflow to the inlet or exhaust grilles in any manner as the appliance may
overheat and become a fire risk.
zNEVER cover the fan : this may cause fire.
zDo not block air inlets or outlets in any manner. Check the openings from time to time for
accumulated dust. Ensure long shag carpet does not obstruct airflow under the unit.
zDo not place appliance close to a radiant heat source.
zDo not operate in areas where gasoline, paint or other flammable liquids are used or stored.
zDo not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening, as this may cause
an electric shock, fire or damage to the appliance.
zDo not operate any appliance with a damaged cord, plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has
been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return to a qualified electrical person for examination,
electrical or mechanical adjustment, service or repair.
zThis appliance is intended for household use only and not for commercial or industrial use.
zUse this appliance only as described in this manual. Any other use is not recommended by the
manufacturer and may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
zDo not use abrasive cleaning products on this appliance. Clean with a damp cloth (not wet) rinsed in
hot soapy water only. Always remove plug from the mains supply before cleaning.
zDo not connect the appliance to the mains voltage until completely assembled and adjusted.
zSwitch off and use handles where provided when moving.
zAlways operate on a flat horizontal surface.
zDo not remove plug from power socket until the appliance has been switched off.
zDo not remove plug from power socket by pulling flex - always grip plug.
zAlways unplug appliance when not in use.
zDo not allow cord to come in contact with heated surfaces during operation.
zDo not run cord under carpeting, throw rugs or runners etc. Arrange cord away from traffic areas so
that it will not be tripped over.
zDo not twist, kink or wrap the cord around the appliance, as this may cause the insulation to weaken
and split. Always ensure that all cord has been removed from any cord storage area.
zAlways keep the fan out of the reach of children.
zYoung children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
zDo not use this appliance in the immediate surrounds of a bath, a shower or a swimming pool or other
liquids.
zDo not use this appliance outdoors, or on wet surfaces. Avoid spilling liquid on the appliance.
zAlways switch off the fan at the controls and at the power outlet then unplug fan from the power outlet
when not in use.
zImportant-This fan is intended for floor or desk use only. Do not mount on ceiling or walls.
zIf the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
zDo not operate the fan with wet hands.
zDo not operate the fan near to curtains or any other fabric which could be sucked into the fan unit.
zEnsure that the fan is switched off from the supply mains before removing the guard.

KNOWING YOUR MACHINE (fig. A)
1. Front Grille 14. Set Screw
2. Clips 15. Inner Pipe
3. Blade Cap 16. Collar (for tube height adjustment)
4. Fan Blade 17. Base Cap
5. Grille Nut 18. Bolts (4 pcs)
6. Hook 19. Mains Cord
7. Rear Grille 20. Stand Pipe
8. Holes Motor Shaft 21. Flange
9. Motor Shaft 22. Cross-bar Base
10. Locking Sscrew 23. Cross-bar Base and Caps
11. Motor Unit 24. Speed Control button
12. Oscillation Knob (0=off, 1=Low speed, 2=Medium speed,
13. Fan Housing Support 3=High speed)
Fig. A

Assembly Instructions
BEFORE ASSEMBLING UNIT:
•Read these instructions carefully and familiarise your self with the procedure before assembling the unit.
•Check that you have all the component parts following the content list and familiarise yourself with each part before proceeding.
•Ensure you have enough space to lay out all the parts before assembly.
•Take all the parts out of the plastic bag and separate them into their groups.
•To avoid scratching it is recommended that you assemble the fan light on a soft level surface.
ASSEMBLY
•Loosen and remove the four bolts (18) from the two bars of the base (22 & 23). Cross the two bars as shown in fig. A.
•Position the flange (21) on to the base and align the holes.
•Secure the flange to the base with the four bolts.
•Remove the collar (16) from the stand pipe (20) by turning it counter -clockwise.
•Slide the base cap (17) down over the assembly and replace the collar (16).
•Loosen the set screw (14) by turning counter-clockwise with screw driver.
•Slide the fan housing support (13) down over the inner piper (15) until it contacts the inner stopper, aligning the groove in the
upper end of the inner pipe with the set screw.
•Tighten the set screw (14) by turning clockwise with screw driver. Unscrew the blade cap (3) from the motor shaft (9) .Please
note: unscrew clockwise.
•Remove the transparent plastic tube from the motor shaft (9).
•Unscrew the grille nut (5) from the shaft end of the motor until by turning the grille nut counter-clockwise.
•Mount the rear grille (7) on to the motor until by matching the holes on the rear grille to the pins on the front of the motor unit.
Push in firmly until the pins protrude through the holes.
•Secure the rear grille (7) to the motor unit with the grille nut (5).
•Insert the fan blade (4) onto the motor shaft so that the flattened side of the central hold corresponds with the flattened side of
the shaft. Press firmly until the fan blade stops.
•Secure the fan blade with the blade cap (3), turning counter-clockwise to tighten. Hold the fan blade while doing so.
•Test fan blade operation by rotating it with your hand. There should be no friction with the grille nut (5).If the blade does not
rotate freely, disassemble and repeat the procedure
•Remove the packing from the front grille (1)
•Open the four clips (2) by moving the lip of the clip outwards.
•Unscrew the locking screw(10) mounted on the rear grille(7). Mount front grille(1) onto rear grille(7) with the small round holes
on the top matched for the passage of locking screw. Fix both grilles with clips and then use screwdriver to tighten the locking
screw(10).
•Secure the two grilles by moving the lip inwards.

Operation
HEIGHT SETTING
•Loose the height adjustment collar(16) by turning it counter-clockwise(fig.2)
•Pull the fan housing support (15) upwards to the desired height(fig3)
•Re-tighten the collar by turning firmly clockwise (fig.4)
OSILLATION
•The fan will oscillate during operation when the oscillation knob(12) is in the down position (fig.5).When the oscillation knob is
in the up position the fan does not oscillate (fig.6)
POSITIONING
The direction of the air stream can be adjusted in a horizontal and vertical direction
•Horizontally : pull knob (12) upwards and then turn the motor until as illustrated in (fig.7) in the same manner the area through
which the fan oscillation can be adjusted (fig.8).You will hear a clicking sound while positioning.
•Vertically: Move the motor until upwards of downwards to alter the vertical angle (fig.9)
SPEED SELECTION
Depress the speed control button (24) to select the required speed. The fan can be turned off by pressing "0" button. (fig.10)

Cleaning and Maintenance
Your fan requires little maintenance and contains no user serviceable parts. Do not attempt to dismantle the Fan Motor body
yourself. The fan is permanently lubricated and will not require additional lubrication.
Cleaning: Always unplug the fan from the mains outlet before cleaning the appliance. The fan can be cleaned with a soft cloth.
Deposition of dust can be removed by using a vacuum cleaner, ensuring that the air vents and grilles remain free from dust to
prevent over-heating. The body of the fan can be cleaned with a damp cloth rinsed hot soapy water. Always remove the plug
from the mains outlet before cleaning.
Important: Do not allow water to run into the interior of the fan , as this cause an electric shock .DRY THE FAN THOROUGHLY
with a dry cloth, checking that the fan is completely dry before operating the fan.
Important Safety Instructions
When using electrical appliance, basic precautions should be followed to reduce the risk of fire and personal injury.( see inside
front cover of this leaflet)
•DO NOT connect the appliance to the mains voltage until completely assembled and adjusted.
•Before you connect the appliance, check if the voltage specified on the appliance corresponds to the mains voltage in your
home.
•To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse until plug or cord in water or spray with liquids
•Never put objects into the grille when the fan is connected to the mains
•Unplug from outlet when not in use, when moving fan from one location to another, before putting on or taking off parts and
before cleaning
•Keep a watchful eye on children. Never allow them to play with the fan.
•It is not advisable to expose people (esp. babies and older people)to a continuous cold air stream for a long time.
•DO NOT use fan in very hot to humid environment , such as bathroom.
•Make sure fan is on a stable surface when operating to avoid a chance of overturning .
•DO NOT use a fan in a window. Raining may cause an electric hazard.
•DO NOT use fan near curtains, plant, windows treatments, etc
•DO NOT operate in the presence of explosive and / or flammable fumes
•DO NOT place fan or any parts near an open flame, cooked or other heating appliance.
•DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or
damaged in any manner.
•DO NOT let allow the cord to overhang a table of workshop.
•To disconnect, grip plug and pull from wall outlet NEVER yank on cord.
•Always use on a dry surface.
•This product is intended for household use only and not for commercial or industrial use.
•Disconnect fan before cleaning.
•Never remove the inner pipe stopper or remover the set knob which holds the pipe stopper in place.
•DO NOT let the cord come into contact with hot surfaces.

Connection to power
Before connecting, check that the voltage indicated on the appliance (bottom of the jug kettle) corresponds with the
mains voltage in your home. If this is not the case, consult your dealer and do not use.
This appliance may be fitted with a non-rewireable plug. If you need to change the fuse in a non-rewireable plug, the
fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover is lost or damaged, the plug must not be used until a replacement is
obtained (available from the appliance manufacturer). It is important that the colour of the replacement fuse cover
matches the color marking on the base of the plug.
If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or becomes damaged, it should be cut off and
appropriate plug fitted following the wiring instructions. The plug removed must be disposed of safely as insertion
into a mains socket is likely to cause an electrical hazard.
For your own safety read the following instructions carefully before attempting to connect this unit to the
mains.
You should only plug the appliance into a 230V-240V AC, 50Hz supply. Connecting it to other power sources may
damage the appliance.
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
BLUE = NEUTRAL
BROWN = LIVE
GREEN + YELLOW = EARTH
IMPORTANT
As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The blue wire must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured black.
The brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured red.
The green and yellow wire must be connecting to the terminal marked with the letter E or the earth symbol. ( ).
If a 13 Amp(BS1363/A) plug is used, a 3Ampfuse must befitted, orifany other typeofplug is used, a 3Amp
fuse must be fitted, either in the plug, adaptor, or on the distribution board.
This unit must be earthed. This equipment must be disconnected from the mains when not in use. Do not allow this
unit to be exposed to rain or moisture.
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase. Any defect that arises
due to faulty materials or workmanship will be repaired free of charge during this period by the dealer
from whom you purchased the unit. The guarantee is subject to the following provisions: -
The Guarantee is only valid within the boundaries of the country of purchase.
The product must be correctly Installed and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in the
manual.
It must be used solely for domestic purposes. The guarantee does not cover accidental damage, misuse,
cabinet parts, knobs or consumable items such as batteries or drive belts.
The guarantee will be rendered invalid if the product is re-sold or has been damaged by inexpert repair.
The manufacturer disclaims any liability for incidental or consequential damages.
The guarantee is in addition to and does not diminish your statutory or legal rights.
Caution
To prevent electric shock disconnect from the mains
before removing the cover

PRODUCT GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of
This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase. Any
defect that arises due to faulty materials or workmanship will either be replaced,
refunded or repaired free of charge where possible during this period by the dealer
from whom you purchased the unit.
The guarantee is subject to the following provisions:
-  The guarantee does not cover accidental damage, misuse, cabinet parts, knobs
or consumable items.
-  The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the
instructions contained in this manual.
-  It must be used solely for domestic purpose.
-  The guarantee will be rendered invalided if the product is re-sold or has been
damaged by inexpert repair.
-  Specifications are subject to change without notice.
-  The manufacturer disclaims any liability for the incidental or consequential damages.
-  The guarantee is in addition to, and does not diminish your statutory or legal rights.
Guarantor: Argos Ltd
489 - 499 Avebury Boulevard
Central Milton Keynes
MK9 2NW
Year