Skil FN0400D-00 User manual

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the
Owner’s Manual before using this product. Save these instructions for future reference.
AVERTISSEMENT : Afin de réduire les risques de blessure, l’utilisateur doit lire et
comprendre le guide d’utilisation avant d’utiliser cet article. Conservez le présent guide
afin de pouvoir le consulter ultérieurement.
ADVERTENCIA : Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones, el usuario debe leer y comprender
el Manual del operador antes de utilizar este producto. Guarde estas instrucciones para
consultarlas en caso sea necesario.
Owner’s Manual
Guide d’utilisation
Manual del propietario
For Customer Service
Pour le service à la clientèle
Servicio al cliente
12/20V Brushless 4 in Clamp Fan
Ventilateur sans balais à pince de xation de 12/20 V, 4 po
Ventilador de 4 pulgadas con abrazadera de 12/20 V sin escobillas
1-877-SKIL-999 OR www.skil.com
Model/ Modelo/ Modèle: FN0400D-00

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FCC Statement..................................................3
General Safety Warnings .......................................4-5
Additional Safety Warnings .....................................5-6
Symbols ....................................................7-10
Get to Know Your Clamp Fan .....................................11
Specications .................................................11
Operating Instructions .......................................12-17
Maintenance...................................................16
Troubleshooting ...............................................17
Limited Warranty of SKIL Consumer Tools..........................18
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FCC STATEMENT
1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
2.Changesormodicationsnotexpresslyapprovedbythepartyresponsibleforcompliance
couldvoidtheuser’sauthoritytooperatetheequipment.
NOTICE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the
receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect
the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS
PRODUCT!
WARNING To reduce the risk of re, electric shock or injury to persons, do not
use replacement parts that have not been recommended by the
manufacturer.
WARNING To reduce risk of re, electric shock, or injury:
Know your clamp fan. Read the instruction manual carefully. Learn the fan’s applications
and limitations as well as the specic potential hazards related to this fan. Following this
rulewillreducetheriskofelectricshock,reorseriousinjury.
WORK AREA SAFETY
Do not operate fan in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases or dust.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating an appliance. Distractions can cause
youtolosecontrol.
Use caution when using in windy conditions. Winds may carry mists into electrical
wiring or devices.
Do not expose appliance to rain or wet conditions. Water entering an appliance will
increase the risk of electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating appliance.
Do not use the appliance while tired, upset, or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication.Amomentofinattentionwhileoperatingappliancemayresultinseriouspersonal
injury.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting
to battery pack, picking up or carrying the appliance.Carryingappliancewithyournger
on the switch or energizing appliance that have the switch on invites accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the appliance on.Awrenchorakey
leftattachedtoarotatingpartoftheappliancemayresultinpersonalinjury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better
controloftheapplianceinunexpectedsituations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair and clothing away
from moving parts.Looseclothes,jewelryorlonghaircanbecaughtinmovingparts.
Verify that all connections are secure before operating the appliance.
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of appliances allow you to become
complacent and ignore the appliance safety principles. A careless action can cause severe
injurywithinafractionofasecond.
USE AND CARE
Do not use the appliance if the switch does not turn it on and off.Anyappliancethat
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing appliance.Suchpreventivesafelymeasuresreducethe
riskofstartingtheapplianceaccidentally.

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Store idle appliance out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the appliance or these instructions to operate the appliance. appliances are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain appliance and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the appliance’s operation. If
damaged, have the appliance repaired before use.Manyaccidentsarecausedbypoorly
maintained appliance.
Use the appliance and accessories etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking
into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the appliance
for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease.Slippery
handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the appliance in
unexpectedsituations.
BATTERY APPLIANCE USE AND CARE
Recharge only with the charger specied by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable
foronetypeofbatterypackmaycreateariskofrewhenusedwithanotherbatterypack.
Use appliance only with specically designated battery packs.Useofanyotherbattery
packsmaycreateariskofinjuryandre.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from
one terminal to another.Shortingthebatteryterminalstogethermaycauseburnsorare.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If
contact accidentally occurs, ush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek
medical help.Liquidejectedfromthebatterymaycauseirritationorburns.
Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modied. Damaged or
modiedbatteriesmayexhibitunpredictablebehaviorresultinginre,explosionorriskof
injury.
Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to re or excessive temperature.Exposureto
reortemperatureabove265°F(130°C)maycauseexplosion.
Follow all charging Instructions and do not charge the battery pack or appliance
outside the temperature range specied in the instructions.Chargingimproperlyorat
temperaturesoutsidethespeciedrangemaydamagethebatteryandincreasetheriskof
re.
Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack (as applicable)
except as indicated in the instructions for use and care.
SERVICE
Have your appliance serviced by a qualied repair person using only identical
replacement parts.Thiswillensurethatthesafetyoftheapplianceismaintained.
Never service damaged battery packs.Serviceofbatterypacksshouldonlybeperformed
bythemanufacturerorauthorizedserviceproviders.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
Do not allow the fan to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or
near children.
Do not place fans or their batteries near re or heat.Thiswillreducetheriskofexplosion
andpossiblyinjury.
Keep the appliance and its handle dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Always use a
clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake uids, 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.

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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 ame. An exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals. If
exposed,ushwithwaterimmediately.
Do not incinerate the fan even if it is severely damaged.Thebatteriescanexplodeina
re.
WARNING To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not use this fan with
any solid-state speed control device.
Not for use in kitchens.
For general ventilating use only.Donotusetoexhausthazardousorexplosivematerials
and vapors.
To reduce the risk of personal injury and electric shock, the fan should not be played
with or placed where small children can reach it.
Save these instructions.Refertothemfrequentlyandusethemtoinstructotherswhomay
usethisfan.Ifyouloanthisfantosomeoneelse,alsoloantheseinstructionstothemto
preventmisuseoftheproductandpossibleinjury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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SYMBOLS
Safety Symbols
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety
symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The
symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings
they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
WARNING Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this Owner's
Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER”, “WARNING”,
and “CAUTION” before using this tool. Failure to following all instructions listed below may result
in electric shock, re, and/or serious personal injury.
The denitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the
manual and pay attention to these symbols.
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 DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in minor or moderate
injury.
Damage Prevention and Information Messages
These inform the user of important information and/or instructions that could lead to equipment
or other property damage if they are not followed. Each message is preceded by the word
“NOTICE”, as in the example below:
NOTICE: Equipment and/or property damage may result if these instructions are not followed.
WARNING The operation of any power tools can result in foreign
objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result
in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always
wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face
shield when needed. We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use
over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use
eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

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SYMBOLS (CONTINUED)
IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them
and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the
tool better and more safely.
Symbol Name Designation/Explanation
V Volts Voltage
AAmperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
WWatt Power
kg Kilograms Weight
min Minutes Time
s Seconds Time
Wh Watt-hours Battery capacity
Ah Ampere-hours Battery capacity
øDiameter Size of drill bits, grinding wheels, etc.
n0No load speed Rotational speed, at no load
nRated speed Maximum attainable speed
…/min Revolutions or reciprocations per
minute (rpm)
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed,
orbits, etc. per minute
OOff position Zero speed, zero torque...
1,2,3,…
Ⅰ,Ⅱ,Ⅲ, Selector settings Speed, torque, or position settings.
Higher number means greater speed
Innitely variable selector with off Speed is increasing from 0 setting
Arrow Action in the direction of arrow
Alternating current (AC) Type or a characteristic of current
Direct current (DC) Type or a characteristic of current
Alternating or direct current
(AC / DC) Type or a characteristic of current
Class II tool Designates Double Insulated Construction
tools.
Protective earth Grounding terminal
Li-ion RBRC seal Designates Li-ion battery recycling
program
Read the instructions Alerts user to read manual

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Symbol Name Designation/Explanation
Wear eye protection symbol Alerts user to wear eye protection
Always operate with two hands Alerts user to always operate with two
hands
Do not use the guard for cut-off
operations
Alerts user not to use the guard for
cut-off operations

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SYMBOLS (CERTIFICATION INFORMATION)
IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols for certication information may be used on your
tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will
allow you to operate the tool better and more safely.
Symbol Designation/Explanation
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters
Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this component is recognized by
Underwriters Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters
Laboratories, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian
Standards Association.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian
Standards Association, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Intertek Testing
Services, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by German TÜV
Association.