Living & Co YF-ST1638 User manual

INSTR CTION MANUAL
YF-ST1638
40cm Pedestal Fan

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Contents
Page
Important Safety Instructions 3
Product Overview 5
Getting Started 6
Instructions 10
Other Useful Information 13
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Important Safety Instructions
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Electrical safety and cord handling
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Protect the power cord:
*Do not operate the fan with the cord coiled up; always fully unwind.
*Do not twist or kink the cord or let it touch heated surfaces.
*Do not put any stress on the cord where it connects to the product.
*Never carry the fan by the cord.
*Arrange the cord away from any traffic area so no one will trip over it.
*Do not run the cord under carpeting or cover it with rugs or runners.
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Read this manual thoroughly before first use, even if you are familiar with this
type of product. The safety precautions enclosed herein reduce the risk of
fire,electric shock and injury when correctly adhered to. Make sure you
understand all instructions and warnings. Keep the manual in a safe place for
future reference, along with any warranty information, your purchase receipt and
the original packaging carton. If you sell or transfer ownership of this product,pass
on these instructions to the new owner. Always follow basic safety precautions
and accident prevention measures when using an electrical appliance,
including the following:
Voltage: Make sure your outlet voltage and circuit frequency correspond to
the voltage stated on the rating label. If this is not the case, do not use the fan.
Water: To protect against fire and electric shock, do not immerse the
cord, plug or the fan itself in water or other liquids, or expose the electrical
connections to water. Ensure your hands are dry before handling the plug or
switching on the appliance. Do not use the fan outdoors or on wet surfaces.
Protect it from liquid spills.
Damage: Check the power cord regularly for visible damage. If the cord is
damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its authorised service
centres or appropriately qualified personnel in order to avoid any hazards.
WARNING! Do not pick up or operate the appliance if the power supply cord,
plug or housing is damaged, or after it malfunctions or has been dropped
or damaged in any manner. In case of damage, contact our after sales
support line for advice.
WARNING! No extension cord: Do not use the fan with an extension cord, plug
adaptor, external timer or solid-state speed control device.
Connection: To insert the plug, grasp it firmly and guide it into outlet.
Disconnection: Switch off and unplug the fan from the power outlet when it
is not in use, during lightning storms and before cleaning, servicing, moving or
storing the fan. Grasp the plug and remove it from the outlet, do not pull the cord
when disconnecting.

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Important Safety Instructions (Cont.)
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Usage conditions and restrictions
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· WARNING! DO NOT use the fan in the following areas:
* Near an open flame, a hot burner, oven or other source of high heat.
* On a soft surface (such as carpet) or where it may tip over during use.
* Outdoors or in areas of high humidity.
* In a bathroom, laundry area, near a sink, washer, pool or any source of water.
* Near curtains or in tight corners, to enjoy maximum airflow.
* In areas where paint, petrol, etc. is stored and there is a risk of explosion or
fire from flammable gases, or in areas where substances are being sprayed.
· CAUTION! Personal safety:
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RCD: Unless your home is already fitted with a residual current device (safety
switch), we recommend installing an RCD with a rated residual operating
current not exceeding 30mA to provide additional safety protection when
using electrical appliances. See your electrician for professional advice.
fingers, pencils or any other objects through the grilles when the fan is running,
as this may cause electric shock and/or a fire hazard. Keep hair and loose
clothing well away from the fan when it is in use.
Domestic use only: This appliance is intended for indoor household use only.
It is not suitable for commercial, industrial, trade or outdoor use. Do not use
it for anything other than its intended purpose, and only use it as described in
this manual. Any other use may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
No clothes drying: Do not use this fan as a dryer.
Attachments: The use of accessories not intended for use with this fan may
cause injuries to the user or damage to the appliance.
Liability: We assume no liability for any damages or personal injury caused by
misuse of the product and/or failure to follow these instructions.
Usage restriction: This fan is not intended for use by children and persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children: This fan is not a toy. Supervise children to ensure they do not play
with it. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near
children.
WARNING! Do not leave unattended during use! Always switch it off and
unplug when not in use, if left unattended and before cleaning and storing.
Location: Place the fan on a dry, flat, stable surface to avoid overturning.
Keep clear: Ensure nothing is blocking the airflow outlet, air intake grilles or
ventilation openings.
Proper assembly: Do not operate the fan until fully assembled with all parts.
Do not use the appliance without the protective grilles (rear and front guards).
Do not attempt to force the grille in order to stop or start the fan.
Avoid contact with moving parts. Never insert

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Product Overview
Part identification list
NOTE:
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Due to continued product improvement, images and illustrations in this manual
may vary slightly from the product purchased. All images in this manual are for
reference purposes only. Parts are not necessarily pictured to scale.
Safe
Front grille
Safe screw
nut
Blade cap
Blade
Grille nut
Rear grille
Motor
Body
Control panel
Power cord
Height Adjustment
Control Collar
Outer Pipe
Base
Remote control
Lock plate
L-shaped screw

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Before first use
Getting Started
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•Unpacking: This product has been packaged to protect it against
transportation damage. Unpack the appliance and keep the original packaging
carton and materials in a safe place. It will help prevent any damage if the
product needs to be transported in the future, and you can use it to store the
appliance when it is not in use. In the event it is to be disposed of, please
recycle all packaging materials where possible.
• Safe packaging disposal: Plastic wrapping can be a suffocation hazard for
babies and young children, so ensure all packaging materials are out of their
reach and disposed of safely.
• Inspection: Unwind the cord to its full length and inspect it for damage. Do
not use the appliance if the appliance or its cord have been damaged or are
not working properly.
In case of damage, contact our after sales support centre for advice on
examination, repair or return of the damaged product.
• Instructions: Make sure you have read and understood all instructions and
warnings in this manual. Refer to the Product Overview, page 5, to familiarise
yourself with the product and identify all parts. Pay particular attention to the
safety instructions.
•Assembly: Your new fan has been shipped unassembled to minimise
packaging waste. It is easy to disassemble for cleaning and storage. Assembly
instructions are provided on the following pages. The instructions on page 7
and the illustrations on pages 8 and 9 shows how all the parts fit together.

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WARNING: Electric shock hazard!
Do not connect the fan to power until it is fully assembled.
Getting Started (Cont.)
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Unscrew the Height Adjustment Control Collar from the Outer Pipe by
turning counter-clockwise and set aside. Pull out the Inner Pipe all the way to
the top. (You may have to pull it up from the bottom to get it up)
Set the together with on level dry surface and remove
the and from the . Insert the
into the hole on the , turn the over and affix the
using the and the . Tighten the screw firmly but
do not over tighten. [refer Figure 1]
3. Replace the Height adjustment Control Collar and tighten by turning
clockwise. [refer Figure 2]
4. Place the fan motor into the top of the inner pipe, tighten the
. [refer Figure 3]
5. Unscrew the Grille Nut on the front of the motor by turning counterclockwise.
6. Mount the Rear Grille to the motor front cover by matching 3 holes on the
guard to the 3 round positioning knobs on the motor front cover. Push in firmly
until the 3 knobs protrude through the 3 holes. [refer Figure 4]
7. Replace and tighten the Grille Nut by turning nut clockwise to hold the Rear
Grille in place.
8. Put the Fan Blade onto the motor shaft by matching the shafts slots with the
blades slot, tighten the Blade with Blade Cap by turning it counterclockwise.
[refer Figure 5]
9. Test fan by rotating the Blade with your hands, make sure there isn’t any
contact with the nut. The fan Blade should rotate freely, otherwise repeat all
steps again, beginning from step(4).
10. Place the onto the Front Grille .
11. Mount Front Grille onto Rear Grille
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Figure 1
Figure 4
Grill nut
Figure 2 Height Adjustment
Control Collar
Grill nut
Blade cap
Figure 3
Lock plate
L-shaped screw
Outer Pipe

Figure 5 Figure 6
Blade cap
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Figure 7
Guard centre cap

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Instructions
Using the fan
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Decide on a location for the fan: convenient to a mains electrical supply socket.
Place the fan on a dry, level surface floor where it will not overturn during use.
If moving the fan to a different location, switch off and unplug it from the mains.
Make sure the fan is switched to the OFF position,
then insert the power plug into an appropriate electrical
Press the MODE button (on the remote control) to change
the fan mode through different breeze modes.
Normal: In this mode the fan operates at a constant speed.
The mode indicator is red.
Natural: In this mode the fan simulates a natural breeze
mode by cycling on and off. The indicator is off.
Sleep: In this mode the fan simulates a soft, natural breeze
suitable for night-time use. The mode indicator is green.
Fig. 1
TIMER
OFF
ON/SPEED
OSC
LOW 4H POWER
MID 2H MODE
HIGH 1H OSC
outlet and switch on power to the outlet.
0.5H
Press the ON/SPEED button (on the remote control or
on the control panel) to switch on the fan. At first
operation it will start at low speed. On subsequent
operations the fan will start at the last selected settings.
Press the ON/SPEED button again to select HIGH or
LOW speed.
MODE(Fig.2a)
Remote control operation (Fig.2a)
This fan is provided with a remote control device which
allows control of 3 different fan speeds, 3 breeze modes,
a 0.5 - 7.5hr timer. (You can also use the control panel to
switch the fan on and off, select a speed, set the timer
and control oscillation.)
When you use the remote control for the first time, pull out
the insulation pad which is located near the battery
compartment. (Fig. 2b). Pad can then be discarded.
ON/SPEED (Fig.1& Fig.2a)
Fig. 2b

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Oscillation (Fig.1& Fig.2a)
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Press the OSC button (on the remote control or on the control panel) to
activate the oscillation function for widespread breeze distribution.
Press the button again to stop oscillation when the fan head is in the
desired position.
0.5h illuminated indicates the timer will shut off after 30
minutes.
0.5h and 2h illuminated indicates it will shut off after 2.5 hours.
0.5h, 1h, 2h and 4h illuminated indicates it will shut off after
7.5 hours.
TIMER (Fig.1& Fig.2a)
Press the TIMER button (on the remote control or on the control
panel) to set the timer in increments of 0.5 hour to a maximum
of 7.5 hours. After the timer runs out, the fan will automatically
shut off. There are four indicator lights for the timer: 0.5h, 1h,
2h, 4h. For example:
Tilt adjustment
·Make sure the fan is unplugged from the power supply before adjusting the
tilt angle.
The fan head assembly can be tilted to direct the breeze upwards or downwards
to your desired angle (Fig. 3).
CAUTION: Do not tilt back the fan head further than it is intended to go. Doing so
will damage the unit.
CAUTION: Do not reach across the front of the fan when
operating the oscillation control to avoid the possibility of your
clothing, sleeves, etc. entering and getting caught in the front
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Battery replacement
If the battery in the remote control is flat, a new CR2025 (or equivalent)
battery needs to be inserted. Follow the instructions below, as illustrated.
•Remove the retaining screw using a small cross head screw driver.
•Push the locking tab to one side and pull out the battery compartment at
the back side of remote control.
•Remove the old battery from the remote control and insert a new one of
the same type, observing the battery polarity, as illustrated.
•Push the battery compartment back into the remote control.
•Refit the retaining screw, ensure fully inserted but do not over tighten.
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WARNING!
Keep batteries out of reach of children. Swallowing may lead to
serious injury or death in as little as 2 hours due to internal burns.
If swallowed, go straight to a hospital emergency room.
Dispose of used batteries immediately.
Other battery precautions
•Do not open the batteries or short-circuit them.
•Due to increased risk of leakage, empty batteries should be removed. The
batteries should also be removed from the remote control if it is not being
used for long periods (greater than several months).
•Only dispose of batteries when they are fully discharged.
•Never throw batteries into a fire or subject batteries to high temperatures.
•Used batteries should not be disposed of in household waste. Dispose of
them in accordance with statutory regulations.

Other Useful Information
Cleaning and maintenance
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Before cleaning, maintenance or moving the fan, and before removing a
front or rear grille, switch off the fan and unplug it from the wall outlet.
Do not immerse the fan in water or other liquids. Do not spray it with
liquids. Do not allow water to drip on or into the fan motor housing.
Never use petrol, solvents, harsh detergents, or abrasive or alkaline
cleaners on the fan.
Dusting: Clean your fan periodically by lightly running a vacuum cleaner
nozzle (soft brush) over the front and rear grilles to remove any dust or dirt
that may have accumulated inside or on the unit. Alternatively, use a soft,
dry cloth for dusting.
Stubborn stains: Use a slightly damp, soapy cloth for stubborn stains but
be sure the cloth is not too wet. Use caution around the motor housing. Do
not allow the motor or other electrical components to be exposed to water.
Blade cleaning: If the blades need cleaning, first remove
the front grille by loosening the fan grille securing clips
along with securing screw (refer Product Specifications
Page 5) (Fig.4). Wipe the blades clean using a damp
cloth, dry thoroughly. Refit the front grille and ensure all
the screws and washers are inserted and tightened
properly.
Storage: In the off season, store the clean and dry fan in
a safe, dry location, protected from dust. We recommend
using the original carton for storage of the disas sembled
Service/repair: The appliance requires no maintenance and contains no
user-serviceable parts. Do not attempt to take the motor unit apart, repair or
modify it. Do not operate the fan if its power cord or plug is damaged,or when
it is working abnormally. In case of damage or malfunction, or if the cord is
damaged, have the unit repaired by trained personnel only, or contact the
after sales support line for advice on repair or replacement.
Before phoning for a service, please ensure that your fan is properly
assembled and all parts are undamaged and in good working order. Also
ensure that the front and rear grilles are clean and free of obstructions and
that the fan is properly connected to your power supply.
product (follow the assembly instructions in reverse order to disassemble).
Alternatively, place a large plastic bag or old towel over the top of the cleaned
appliance for dust protection.

Other Useful Information (Cont.)
Technical specifications
Power
Fan speeds 3 (Low - Medium - High)
Dimensions (mm) 1250(H) x 430 (L) x 400(D)
Weight approx. 4.93 kg
Responsible disposal
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Compliance
This appliance has been fully tested and meets all requirements as set out by
standards AS/NZS 60335.1 and AS/NZS 60335.2.80.
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55W, 220-240V AC, 50Hz
The RCM Mark (Regulatory Compliance Mark) indicates that the
product complies with the relevant guidelines of the ACMA as well as
corresponding government requirements for the safety of electrical
devices.
At the end of its working life, make the appliance unserviceable by
unplugging it from the power outlet and cutting the power cord.
Do not throw this appliance out with your household rubbish. Electrical and
electronic products contain substances which can have a detrimental effect
on the environment and human health if disposed of inappropriately.Observe
any local regulations regarding the disposal of electrical consumer goods and
dispose of it appropriately for recycling. Contact your local authorities for
advice on recycling facilities in your area.

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