Flex CF 18.0/230 User manual

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Symbols used in this manual
WARNING!
Denotes impending danger. Non-observance
of this warning may result in death or
extremely severe injuries.
CAUTION!
Denotes a possibly dangerous situation. Non-
observance of this warning may result in slight
injury or damage to property.
NOTE
Denotes application tips and important
information.
Symbols on the power tool
To reduce the risk of injury, read the
operating instructions!
Disposal information for the old
machine (see page 13)!
For your safety
WARNING!
Before using the power tool, please read and
follow:
these operating instructions,
the “General safety instructions” on the
handling of power tools in the enclosed
booklet (leaflet-no.: 315.915),
the currently valid site rules and the
regulations for the prevention of accidents.
This power tool is state of the art and has
been constructed in accordance with the
acknowledged safety regulations.
Nevertheless, when in use, the power tool
may be a danger to life and limb of the user
or a third party, or the power tool or other
property may be damaged.
The cooling fan may be used only
as intended,
in perfect working order.
Faults which impair safety must be repaired
immediately.
Intended use
The cooling fan is designed
–for household use in industry and trade,
–for general ventilation for indoor spaces
Safety warnings for cooling fan
■Indoor use only.
■Do not allow the appliance to be used
as a toy. Close attention is necessary when
used by or near children.
■Use only as described in this manual.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
■Do not handle the charger, including
charger plug, or charger terminals with
wet hands.
■Do not put any object into any openings.
Do not use with any opening blocked;
keep openings free of dust, lint, hair,
and anything that may reduce air flow.
■Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all
parts of body away from openings and
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or
long hair can be drawn into air vents.
■Do not charge the battery pack outdoors.
■Do not incinerate the appliance even if
it is severely damaged. The batteries can
explode in a fire..
■Do not leave the appliance unattended when
the battery is inserted. Remove the battery
when the fan is not in use and before servicing.
■Keep the appliance and its handle dry,
clean and free from oil and grease.
Always use a clean cloth when cleaning.
Never use brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, or any strong
solvents to clean your fan. Following this
rule will reduce the risk of loss of control and
deterioration of the enclosure plastic.
■Batteries can explode in the presence of
a source of ignition, such as a pilot light.
To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, never use any cordless product
in the presence of open flame. An
exploded battery can propel debris and
chemicals. If exposed, flush with water
immediately.
■Save these instructions.. Refer to them
frequently and use them to instruct others
who may use this tool. If you loan this
tool to someone else, also loan these
instructions to them to prevent misuse of
the product and possible injury.
■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

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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
■If the appliance is to be stored unused for
a long period, the batteries are removed.
■The supply terminals are not to be short-
circuited
■If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent
or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a
hazard.
Noise information
The noise values have been determined in
accordance with EN 62841. The evaluated
noise level of the power tool is typically:
–Sound pressure level LpA: 70 dB(A);
–Sound power level LWA: 81 dB(A);
–Uncertainty: K = 3 dB.
CAUTION!
The indicated measurements refer to new
power tools. Daily use causes the noise and
vibration values to change.
CAUTION!
Wear ear protection at a sound pressure above
85 dB(A).
Technical specifications
See figure B
CF 18.0/230
Machine type Cooling Fan
Battery AP
18.0/2.5 AP 18.0/5.0
Weight of battery kg 0.42 0.72
Working time h 2.2 4.5
Max. Air volume m³/h 1095
Max Air Speed m/
min 294
Overview (see figure A)
The numbering of the product features refers to
the illustration of the machine on the graphics
page.
1 Carrying handle
2 Adjustable head
3 Battery bay
4 Control switch
5 AC/DC socket
6 Hooks
7 Tripod mounting holes ( 15.87mm or
6.35mm)
8 Rod Pockets (2)
9 Key Holes (4)
10 Release button for battery
11 Li-ion battery
12 AC/DC adapter
Operating instructions
NOTE
For further information on the manufacturer’s
products go to www.flex-tools.com.
WARNING!
Remove the battery before carrying out any
work on the power tool.
Before switching on the power
tool
Unpack the cooling fan and check that there are no
missing or damaged parts.
NOTE
The batteries are not fully charged on
delivery. Prior to initial operation, charge the
batteries fully. Refer to the charger operating
manual.
Inserting/replacing the battery
■Make sure that the control switch 4 is in the
OFF position.
■Press the charged battery 11 into the
power tool until it clicks into place. (see
figure C)
■To remove, press the release button 10
and pull out the battery.

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CAUTION!
When the device is not in use, protect the
battery contacts. Loose metal parts may short-
circuit the contacts; explosion and fire hazard!
Installing/Removing AC adapter
for use with AC Power
■Turn the control switch 4 to the OFF
position.
■Insert the cylindrical end of the AC/DC
adapter 12 into the AC/DC socket 5.
(see figure D)
■Connect the AC/DC adaptor plug to the AC
power source.
■Make sure that the AC/DC adaptor 12 is
secured before beginning operation.
To Start/Stop the Fan
■Connect the portable fan to a power cord
or to an approved battery pack.
■Turn the control switch 4 clockwise to turn
the fan ON and to adjust the fan speed.
(see figure E)
■To stop the fan, turn the control switch
counterclockwise to the OFF position.
Changing Fan Speed
■For high speeds, rotate the control switch
4 clockwise.
■For low speeds, rotate the control switch
counterclockwise.
Adjusting Fan Angle
■To adjust the fan angle, grasp fan by the
carrying handle 1 and tilt fan head forward
or backward. (see figure F)
■The fan can pivot forward within a range of 50°,
the fan can pivot backward within a range of
130°.
Hanging/Mounting the Fan
Your fan has a variety of hanging options.
Choose the option that is best suited for your
location.
NOTE: The portable fan can hang in a vertical
or horizontal position. Be careful not to hang
the fan in such a way that it prevents normal
fan operation or damages the cord.
Hanging the fan using the key
hole
■Place the wide portion of at least two of
the key holes 9 over the heads of a screws.
(see figure G)
■Slide the portable fan down until the
screws are inside the narrow portion of the
key hole and the fan is secure.
Hanging the fan using the hooks
■Pull the hooks 6 completely out of their
slots and rotate them as needed. (see
figure H)
■Hang the fan from a sturdy location.
NOTE: Hooks will not rotate until they are
fully extended.
Mounting the fan to rods using
the rod pockets
The fan can be mounted to secured rods,
tubes, or rebar using the two rod pockets 8
on the base of the fan. (see figure I)
NOTE: The mounting posts must have a
diameter between 12.7 and 17.78 mm. Align
the rod pockets with the rods and slide the
fan down onto the rods.
Mounting the fan to a tripod
using a tripod mounting hole
■Place the fan on the tripod mounting
screws (15.87mm or 6.35 mm). Make sure
the mounting hole 7 on the base of the fan
seats completely onto the mounting screw.
(see figure J)
■Turn the fan clockwise to secure it to the
tripod.
Maintenance and care
WARNING!
Remove the battery before carrying out any
work on the power tool.
Cleaning
■Clean the power tool and grille in front
of the vent slots regularly. Frequency of
cleaning is dependent on the material and
duration of use.
■Regularly blow out the housing interior
and motor with dry compressedair.
Spare parts and accessories
For other accessories, in particular tools and
cooling fan accessories, can be found in the
manufacturer’s catalogues.
Exploded drawings and spare-part lists can
be found on our homepage:
www.flex-tools.com

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Disposal information
WARNING!
Render redundant power tools unusable:
mains operated power tool by removing
the power cord,
battery operated power tool by removing
the battery.
EU countries only
Do not throw electric power tools into
the household waste!
In accordance with the European
Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment and transposition into
national law used electric power tools must
be collected separately and recycled in an
environmentally friendly manner.
Raw material recovery instead of
waste disposal.
Device, accessories and packaging should
be recycled in an environmentally friendly
manner. Plastic parts are identified for
recycling according to material type.
WARNING!
Do not throw batteries into the household
waste, fire or water. Do not open used
batteries.
EU countries only:
In accordance with Directive 2006/66/EC
defective or used batteries must be recycled.
NOTE
Please ask your dealer about disposal
options!
-Declaration of Conformity
We declare under our sole responsibility
that the product described under “Technical
specifications” conforms to the following
standards or normative documents:
EN 62841 in accordance with the
regulations of the directives 2014/30/EU,
2006/42/EC, 2011/65/EU.
Responsible for technical documents:
FLEX-Elektrowerkzeuge GmbH, R & D
Bahnhofstrasse 15, D-71711 Steinheim/Murr
Peter Lameli Klaus Peter Weinper
Technical Head Head of Quality
Department (QD)
01.12.2020 FLEX-Elektrowerkzeuge GmbH
Bahnhofstrasse 15, D-71711 Steinheim/Murr
Exemption from liability
The manufacturer and his representative
are not liable for any damage and lost profit
due to interruption in business caused by
the product or by an unusable product. The
manufacturer and his representative are not
liable for any damage which was caused by
improper use of the power tool or by use
of the power tool with products from other
manufacturers.

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