Central Machinery 61845 Assembly instructions

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REV 14e
Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
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Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.
Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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CAUTION
Read Rules for Safe Operation and
Instructions Carefully.
WARNING
1. To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not use this Fan with
any solid-state speed control
device.
2. This appliance has a polarized
plug (one blade is wider than
the other). To reduce the risk
of electric shock, this plug is
intended to fit into 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.
Do not change the plug in any way.
Do not attempt to defeat this safety
feature.
3. Do not leave Fan running while
unattended.
RULES FOR SAFE
OPERATION
1. Do not leave Fan running while
unattended.
2. Never insert fingers, pencils, or any
other object through Front or Rear
Blade Guards.
3. Disconnect Fan when moving it from
one location to another.
4. Disconnect Fan before removing
grilles for cleaning.
5. Be sure fan is on a stable surface
when operating to avoid overturning.
6. DO NOT use fan in window. Rain
may create electrical hazard.
7. Complete the assembly of the fan
before switching on the fan.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
Safety Symbols
In this manual, on the labeling,
and all other information
provided with this product:
This is the safety alert
symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.
DANGER indicates
a hazardous
situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING
indicates a
hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION, used
with the safety
alert symbol, indicates a
hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE is used to
address practices
not related to personal injury.
CAUTION, without
the safety alert
symbol, is used to address
practices not related to
personal injury.

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Additional Safety Instructions
1. Maintain labels and nameplates on
the tool. If unreadable or missing,
contact Harbor Freight Tools for a
replacement.
2. Do not run Power Cord under
carpeting. Do not cover cord with
throw rugs, runners or similar
coverings. Arrange cord away from
traffic area and where it will not be
tripped over.
3. Use only in dry environments. Do not
use in bathrooms, laundry area, near
sinks or other sources of water.
4. Do not alter the angle of the blades or
install a different blade on this fan.
5. This product is not a toy. Keep it out
of reach of children.
6. WARNING: The cord of this product
contains lead, a chemical known
to the State of California to cause
cancer, and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling. (California Health & Safe-
ty Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
7. The warnings, precautions, and
instructions discussed in this
instruction manual cannot cover all
conditions and situations that may
occur. It must be understood by
operator that common sense and
caution are factors which cannot be
built into this product, but must be
supplied by operator.
SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical Requirements 120 VAC / 60 Hz / 2.5 A
Speeds
Low: ~900 RPM
Medium: ~1,030 RPM
High: ~1,080 RPM
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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UNPACKING
When unpacking, make sure that
the item is intact and undamaged. If any
parts are missing or broken, please call
Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown
on the cover of this manual as soon as
possible.
Save This Manual
Keep this manual for the safety
warnings and precautions, assembly,
operating, inspection, maintenance and
cleaning procedures. Write the product’s
serial number in the back of the manual
near the assembly diagram (or month
and year of purchase if product has no
number). Keep this manual and the
receipt in a safe and dry place for future
reference.

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ASSEMBLY
Read the ENTIRE RULES FOR
SAFE OPERATION section at
the beginning of this manual
including all text under
subheadings therein before set
up or use of this product.
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK:
Before assembly, cleaning or
adjustment, make sure the
switch is turned off, the cord
is unplugged, and the unit has
cooled.
Note: For additional information regarding
parts listed, refer to Assembly
Diagram at back of manual.
Pedestal Assembly
1. Place the Spring (26) inside the Outer
Column (20).
2. Attach the Outer Column (20) to the
Base Plate (22) using five Carriage
Bolts (21), five Lock Washers (23
not shown), and five Nuts (24, not
shown) underneath the Base Plate.
Figure A
3. Loosen the Cap Screw (17). Extend
the Extension Pole (13) to the desired
height and tighten the Screw fully.
Figure A
21
22
21
20
17
13
20
17
13
Figure A
Head Assembly
4. Mount Motor (8) to Extension
Pole (13) with 1/2" - 13 x 1" Bolt (14),
one Lock Washer (9), one Flat
Washer (6), one Nut (10), one 5/16"
Knob (15) and one 5/16" x 31mm
Screw (12). Keep the Knob and Bolt
heads on the same side. Figure B
5. Tilt Motor up slightly, and then tighten
motor mounting Nut (10). Figure B
14
15
13
6
9
10
8
12
Figure B

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6. Place one Flat Washer (6) on each
of the four studs on front of Motor.
Place Rear Guard (7) on Motor studs.
Place four additional Flat Washers (6)
over Guard onto Motor studs. Secure
using four Nuts (4). Figure C
7
6 4
Figure C
7. Slide Fan Blade (3) onto motor shaft
with hub pointing toward the Motor.
The end of the shaft should be
flush with the front of the blade hub.
Tighten Set Screw (2) against shaft.
Figure D
Figure D
3
2
8. Attach the Front Guard (1) as follows:
a. Hang the Front Guard on the Rear
Guard (7) using the hanger at the
top.
b. Swing all hinged clips down over the
edge of the guard. Figure E
Figure E
b
7
1
a a
b
9. Double-check that the guard is
assembled securely and properly.
Assembly is complete. Check all
connections before plugging in or
operating the fan.

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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES
ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED
TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS
OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT
ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED
TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF
HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT
OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
OPERATION
Read the ENTIRE RULES FOR
SAFE OPERATION section at
the beginning of this manual
including all text under
subheadings therein before set
up or use of this product.
1. Pull the Pull Chain (25) on the
Motor (8) to turn on the fan and cycle
through low-medium-high-off settings.
2. To adjust the fan’s angle:
a. Unplug the fan and allow it to stop.
b. Loosen the Bolt (14) and the Knob
(15).
c. Adjust the fan’s angle, then tighten
the Bolt and Knob securely and plug
in the fan before further use.
3. To adjust the fan’s height:
a. Unplug the fan and allow it to stop.
b. Loosen the Cap Screw (17).
c. Adjust the Extension Pole (13) to the
desired height.
WARNING! Do not over-extend the
Extension Pole. Over-extension
can cause the pole assembly to
fall apart.
d. Tighten the Cap Screw securely
before further use.
INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL
OPERATION OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK:
Before appliance inspection
or maintenance, make sure
the appliance’s switch is
turned off, the cord is
unplugged, and the unit has
cooled completely.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS
INJURY FROM APPLIANCE
FAILURE:
Do not use damaged
appliances. If abnormal
noise or vibration occurs,
have the problem corrected
before further use.
1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect
condition of the Fan. Check for loose
screws, misalignment or binding of
moving parts, cracked or broken
parts, and any other condition that
may affect its safe operation.
2. Clean regularly to prevent dust from
accumulating on Blade. Use damp
cloth during cleaning and dry before
use.

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Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as
replacement parts.
PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
Part Description Qty.
1 Front Guard 1
2 Set Screw 1
3 Fan Blade 1
4 Nut 4
5 Dome Cover 1
6 Flat Washer #10 9
7 Rear Guard 1
8 Motor 1
9 Lock Washer 1/2" 1
10 Nut 1/2"-13 1
11 Nut 1/4"-20 1
12 5/16" X 31mm
Screw
1
13 Extension Pole 1
14 Bolt 1/2" - 13 X 1" 1
15 5/16" Knob 1
16 Collar 1
17 Cap Screw 1/4 -
20 X 1 1/4"
1
18 Power Cord 10 ft.
(Not Shown)
1
19 Screw #8 - 32 X
1/4"
1
20 Outer Column 1
21 Carriage Bolt
5/16" - 18 X .750
5
22 Base Plate 1
23 Lock Washer
5/16"
5
24 Nut 5/16 - 18 5
25 Pull Chain 1
26 Spring 1
27 Bottom Collar 1
1
2 3 467
8
5
6
25
18
10
11
26
27
22
9
12
14
15 13
17
16
19
20
21
23
24

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and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free
from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of
purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse,
abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal ac-
tivity, improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in
no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent,
special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product. Some states
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above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY
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