Mistral M1831-0 User manual

Ceiling Fan
120cm 4 Blade Rattan
M1831-0
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For Your Safety
Read all instructions carefully, even if you feel
that you are familiar with the appliance.
• The appliance is not intended for use by children
or inrm persons without supervision.
• Children should be prevented from playing with
the appliance.
• This Ceiling Fan is designed for indoor use only.
Do not use outdoors.
• Do not use any appliance for anything other than
its intended use. This product is intended for
household use only.
• Do not attempt to repair, disassemble or modify
the appliance. There are no user-serviceable
parts.
• FAN CONTROL: the use of a solid-state dimmer
type fan controller will void your warranty. The
use of such controls can cause the ceiling fan
motor to produce an unpleasant humming noise.
• FAN INSTALLATION: under the warranty, this
Ceiling Fan must be installed by a licensed
electrician. Improperly installed Ceiling Fans can
be dangerous and expensive to repair.
• Mounting the Ceiling Fan where it is subject to
water or moisture can be dangerous.
• Mechanical noise may be noticed on installation.
Allow at least 8 hours settling in period.
COMPULSORY WARNING
This product has not been designed for any uses
other than those specied in this booklet.
Save These Instructions
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Important Safeguards
When using electrical appliances, in order to reduce the risk of re, electric shock and/or injury,
these basic safety precautions should always be followed:
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Features of your Ceiling Fan
All Season
Reversible Motor
Reversible Timber /
Rattan Look Blades
Light Adaptable
3 Speed Controller
Upper Canopy
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Congratulations on the purchase of your new Ceiling
Fan by Mistral.
Before rst using your new Ceiling Fan, it is most
important that you read and follow the instructions
in this use and care booklet, even if you feel you are
familiar with this type of appliance.
Your attention is drawn particularly to the section
dealing with IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS. Find a safe
and convenient place to keep this booklet handy for
future reference.
This appliance has been designed to operate from a
standard domestic power outlet. It is not intended
for industrial or commercial use.
Note: All ceiling fans must be installed by
a Qualied electrical contractor
Hangsure Installation
Note: The bracket must be able to support
at least the hanging weight of the fan (15kg).
To ensure earthing continuity, the downrod
securing screw must be rmly tightened on the
lower canopy.
1. Fix the bracket (supplied) to the ceiling joist
by means of two coach screws (not supplied)
or similar.
2. Hang the ball joint and Ceiling Fan onto the
bracket, making sure the guide pin of the bracket
ts into the slot of the ball joint and all wires
from the downrod are clear of the ball joint.
On cathedral ceilings, the slot is to point in the
direction of the incline.
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Getting to know your
Ceiling Fan
Installation of your
Ceiling Fan
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3. Connect the supply wires to the fan wires at the
top of the downrod by using the wire connectors
(supplied). Do not connect the red and black
wires labelled ‘light’ unless a light is being tted
to the fan. The Ceiling Fan and downrod must be
earthed.
4. Install the upper canopy to the cover
connections by tightening two securing screws
on the underneath of the bracket. Ensure the
paint-cutting washers provide solid earthing of
the canopy.
5. Secure the blades to the motor assembly.
6. Tighten all screws, ensuring the earth locking
screws are secured.
7. Connect the speed controller as per wiring
diagram.
Fan Blade Attachment
Three Speed Flush Control
Note: Only use the speed control switch
supplied with this fan. Electronic speed
controllers will not work with this Ceiling Fan.
1. The speed control will t into any existing single
gang block or wall plate. If you are not ush
mounting the control, use a standard single
gang mounting block.
2. Connect the wires as indicated on the control.
A for active, F for fan load.
Note: Reverse connection of the speed control
will effect the operation of the Ceiling Fan.
3. Select the desired position of the reverse switch.
Warm weather – Have the airow directed
downwards.
Cool weather – Have the airow directed
upwards.
4. Set the wall control to desired speed.
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Light Installation (not included)
1. Remove the protruding wires from the base of
the motor. Fit the breglass insulating sleeve
over the wires and into the base of the motor.
2. Excess insulation should be fed into the motor
body.
3. Fit the backplate and lamp holder bracket to the
brass adaptor with star washer and nut.
4. Fit the lamp holder to the bracket with a bayonet
connector.
5. Fit the glass to the backing plate using the
threaded brass knob.
Periodic cleaning of your new Ceiling Fan is the only
maintenance that is needed. Use a soft brush or lint
free cloth to avoid scratching the nish.
Do not use water when cleaning your Ceiling Fan as
it may damage the motor or blades or create the
possibility of an electrical shock.
The motor has permanently lubricated ball bearings
so there is no need to oil it.
Wobble
Movement of your Ceiling Fan of up to a couple of
centimetres is not cause for alarm. Such movement
is caused by the fact that, in order to reduce stress
and vibration in the ceiling, Ceiling Fans are not
rigidly mounted.
Ceiling Fans are mounted very securely on steel
brackets with rubber cushioning or with ball joints
to allow free movement. Please note that all Ceiling
Fans are not the same, even in the same model -
some may move more or less than others.
Normal Wear and Tear
Threaded components working slightly loose or
blade carriers even slightly bent due to vigorous
cleaning or bumping can cause extra wobble and
noise. This is not covered under warranty, but a little
care and maintenance can reduce or prevent this
problem.
Fan Lights
Except for actual faults in manufacture, which are
extremely rare, fan lights and globes are not covered
under your warranty. Noises and vibrations are often
more accentuated when a fan light is tted.
For instance a fan light glass that has not been
tightened or has worked loose can cause a rattle.
Again, care and maintenance will reduce this.
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Care and Cleaning
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Problem Possible Cause Suggested Remedy
Fan will not start Fuse circuit breaker
blown.
Check main branch circuit fuses or circuit breakers.
Loose power line
connection to the
Ceiling Fan.
Check line wire connections to Ceiling Fan.
Reversing switch (where
applicable) neither up or
down.
Push switch either fully up or down.
Speed controller not in
correct position.
Check speed controller’s position.
Fan wobbles Fan blades not horizontal
to ceiling or blade screws
are loose.
Measure from ceiling to tip of blades, then rotate fan so
all 4 blades are checked for equal height from ceiling.
(Note: adjustments may be made by slight pressure up
or down on blade holders). Make sure all screws are
securely fastened.
Fan sounds noisy Top canopy touching
ceiling.
Lower canopy from ceiling to ensure minimum 3mm
clearance.
Light kit glassware loose
or rattling.
Threaded brass knob securing glass should be nger
tight.
Incorrect bulb(s) being
used in light kit.
Check suggested bulb(s) in light kit.
Loose fan blade screws. Re-tighten all screws on fan blades but never over
tighten.
Ceiling Fan not secured
against ceiling.
Re-tighten all screws in the hanging bracket or plate.
Incorrect speed
controller.
Change the controller to the one supplied.
Mechanical noise Allow for at least 8 hours settling in period.
These occurrences are not covered by the
manufacturers’ warranty.
• All electric motors, including fans make some
noise and may feel hot if touched-this is not a
fault.
• Some fans wobble more than others-even in the
same model.
• Fan lights can rattle but are not covered under
warranty.
• Fan wall controllers sometimes make a slight
buzz and can become warm especially on lower
settings.
Troubleshooting Checklist
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The benets conferred by this warranty are in
addition to all implied warranties, other rights
and remedies in respect of the product which the
consumer has under the Trade Practices Act and
similar State and Territory Laws.
The original purchaser of this Mistral product is
provided with the following warranty subject to the
following conditions.
Linda Australia Pty Ltd warrant this product for a
period of 2 years from the date of purchase for all
parts defective in workmanship or materials. This
product or defective parts will be replaced free of
charge.
WARRANTY CONDITIONS
1. This warranty is only valid for appliances used
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
2. This appliance must not be modied or changed
in any way.
3. Connection must be to the voltage requirements
as specied in the ratings label located on the
product.
4. The manufacturer does not accept liability for
any direct or consequential damage, loss or
other expense arising from misuse or incorrect
installation and operation of the appliance.
5. Warranty will only be given where proof of
purchase is provided, e.g. original invoice.
Warranty will only be given where proof of
Qualied electrical installation is provided.
6. Not designed or warranted for industrial
or commercial use.
DO NOT SEND IN THIS WARRANTY
Fill out the following details and le with your
purchase invoice.
RETAIN & FILE WITH YOUR RECEIPT.
Your Purchase Receipt/Invoice is proof of date of
purchase. You must be able to present it at the place
of purchase to obtain a replacement or service
under warranty.
Linda Australia Pty Ltd reserves the right to
discontinue items, modify designs and change
specications without incurring obligation. Whilst
every effort is made to ensure that descriptions,
specications and other information in this publication
is correct, no warranty is given in respect thereof
and the company shall not be liable for any errors
therein.
Purchased from:
Co. Name:
Address:
Date of Purchase:
NOTE: Consistent with our continuing product
development policy, improvements may have
been made which render the contents of this
package slightly different to that shown.
Cat. No. M1831-0
September 2003
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Warranty
Product of Linda Australia Pty Ltd ABN 60 079 923 130
A member of the Mistral International group of companies
324 Frankston-Dandenong Road
Dandenong South, Victoria, Australia 3175
Mistral Consumer Hotline [phone]
RINGGRIP (NZ) Pty Ltd ACN 006 771 922
PO Box 33672, Takapuna, Auckland, NZ
Telephone [phone]
Mistral is a registered trademark of Mistral International Pty. Ltd.
© 2003
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