Vornado SILVER SWAN ALCHEMY User manual

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MODEL: SSA
SILVER SWAN ALCHEMY
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VORNADO.COM

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..............................................4
FEATURES AND BENEFITS................................................................8
HOW TO USE YOUR VORNADO......................................................9
CLEANING .....................................................................................10
TROUBLESHOOTING .....................................................................13
WARRANTY ...................................................................................14
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This owner’s guide and any additional inserts
are considered part of the product. They contain
important information about safety, use and
disposal. Before using the product, please
familiarize yourself with all operating and
safety instructions. Please keep all documents
for future reference and pass these documents
on, together with the product, to any future
owner. See www.vornado.com/circulators-
manuals to view, download and print the most
current version of these instructions.
INTENDED USE: This product is intended
to circulate the air in indoor living spaces
only in the United States and Canada. This
product is not intended for commercial or
industrial use. The manufacturer assumes no
responsibility for damage or injury due to
unauthorized use or product modication.
Failure to follow these directions will void
the product warranty.
WARNING: RISK TO CHILDREN AND
IMPAIRED PERSONS
•
Supervision is required during the installation,
operation, cleaning and maintenance of
this product by children under age 12 and
anyone with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities. Children should
be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance, its parts and
packaging material.
INSTALLATION WARNING—TO REDUCE RISK
OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND INJURY
TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
• Place this product away from curtains,
draperies, tablecloths and other fabrics,
since they may be drawn into the fan,
damage the motor and/or cause a re.
• No part of this product (the appliance,
power cord, plug, packaging, etc.) should
be placed near furnaces, replaces, stoves
or other high temperature heat sources.
Do not use this product in a window, on an
uneven or unstable surface, or near water.
• The appliance, power supply, power cord
and plug cannot come into contact with
water. Do not use this product on wet
surfaces. Do not use this product in a
bathtub or shower or position product
where it may fall into a bathtub, laundry,
swimming pool or other water container.
Do not use this product outdoors or expose
it weather or elements.
• Do not run cord under carpeting. Do
not cover cord with throw rugs, runners,
or similar coverings. Do not route under
furniture or appliances. Arrange cord
away from trafc area and where it will
not be tripped over. The cord should not
hang over edges of counters or be placed
where it can be crimped or closed in
doors. Place appliance near an easily

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accessible outlet so the product can be
unplugged quickly during an emergency.
SAFE USE WARNING—TO REDUCE RISK
OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND INJURY
TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
• WARNING: To reduce likelihood of circuit
overload, re and electric shock, do not
operate with a solid state speed device,
such as a dimmer control switch.
• Do Not operate any fan with a damaged
cord or plug. Discard fan or return to an
authorized service facility for examination
and/or repair. Do not operate unit if it has
been dropped or is damage is apparent
to any part of the unit. To avoid risk of
electrical shock, do not attempt to repair or
replace parts. Only original replacement
parts may be used. Contact Vornado
Consumer Service at 1-800-234-0604
(phone) or consumerservice@vornado.
com (email) for further instructions about
replacement and repair.
• Risk of re. Your appliance may be equipped
with a detachable power supply or a
cord/plug with a safety device such as
a fuse. Use only the power cord and
plug provided.
• Before plugging power cord into electrical
outlet, be sure that all electrical information
on the rating label, including voltage, is
compatible with your outlet’s power supply.
• Never use the cord as a handle or otherwise
yank, strain or stretch the power cord.
• While the product is plugged in, do not
insert or allow foreign objects to enter
any input or output opening as this may
cause risk of electric shock or re, or
damage the product.
• A loose t between wall outlet (receptacle)
and plug may cause overheating and
distortion of the plug. Discontinue use
of the product in this outlet. Contact a
qualied electrician to replace loose or
worn outlets.
• This appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other.) To reduce
the risk of electrical shock, this plug is
intended to t in a polarized outlet only
one way. If the plug does not t fully in
the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does
not t, contact a qualied electrician. Do
not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
• Before moving, repositioning, servicing,
cleaning and when not in use, use the
product controls to turn off the power and
then unplug. To disconnect from outlet,
grasp and pull only the plug. Also, power
off and unplug if the product will be left
unattended for an extended period of
time or during electrical storms.
SERVICING WARNING—TO REDUCE RISK
OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND INJURY
TO PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
• Clean your product regularly, only as is
instructed in this manual. Prior to cleaning,
turn off the power on your product and
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solvents, ammonias or other chemicals
for cleaning. Refer to the CLEANING
instructions provided.
• Do not open appliance housing while product
is plugged in. To avoid risk of shock, all
service and/or repairs must be done by
a Vornado Authorized Service Center.
• This product employs overload protection
(fuse). A blown fuse indicates an overload
or short-circuit situation. If the fuse blows,
unplug the product from the outlet. Replace
the fuse as per the user servicing instructions
(follow product marking for proper fuse
rating) and check the product. If the
replacement fuse blows, a short-circuit
may be present and the product should
be discarded or returned to an authorized
service facility for examination and/or
repair.
USER SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Using the product controls, turn off
the appliance.
2. Grasp the plug (not the cord) and
disconnect from the outlet.
3. Risk of Fire. Replace fuse only
with 2.5 Amp, 125 Volt fuse with
amperage as approved by Vornado
Consumer Service. For an authorized
replacement fuse, please contact
Vornado Consumer Service.
4. Once the replacement is received,
use a small at-head screwdriver to
slide open the fuse cover (located
on the plug) (Fig. A).
5. Remove fuse by using the screwdriver to
gently lift each end of the fuse (Fig. B).
6. Install the replacement fuse by using
the screwdriver to gently push each
metal end of the fuse into the receptacle
one at a time. Do not push on the
center of the fuse—it is fragile and
may break.
7. Slide the fuse cover closed using
the screwdriver. When closed, the
cover should t completely in the
plug. No part of the cover should
stick out (Fig. C).
8. Plug your appliance into the outlet
and turn the power on.
9. If the replacement fuse blows, a
short-circuit may be present and the
product should be discarded or returned
to an authorized service facility for
examination and/or repair.
Risk of re. Do not replace attachment plug.
Contains a safety device (fuse, AFCI, LCDI)
that should not be removed. Discard product
if the attachment plug is damaged.
FCC CONSUMER ADVISEMENT
This equipment may generate, use and/or
radiate radio frequency energy that may cause
Fig. A Fig. B Fig. C

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harmful interference to radio communications. 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 contact Vornado
Consumer Service. Changes or modications
to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the product.
DISPOSAL WARNING
TO REDUCE WASTE AND ENVIRONMENTAL
HARM, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
PACKAGE RECYCLING: The packaging
protects the appliance from transport
damage. The packaging materials
are selected from the point of view
of their environmental friendliness
and disposal technology and are
therefor recyclable. Dispose of all
packaging materials in an environmentally
responsible manner.

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DEEP-PITCHED BLADES
The overlapping elephant-ear paddle blades replicate those of the
original 1934 Silver Swan fan. Their deep pitch takes a big bite of
air and moves it efciently and quietly.
OSCILLATION
Oscillating head offers a constant or intermittent breeze for ultimate
comfort.
PIVOTING HEAD
Adjust the tilt of the Silver Swan head for ultimate comfort.
THREE SPEEDS
The readily accessible speed control offers a choice of three
fan speeds.
CONVENIENT PORTABILITY
The Silver Swan has a built-in handle allowing it to be moved easily
from room to room, from home to ofce.
SAFE AND QUIET DESIGN
All moving parts are enclosed for safety and silence.
VERSATILE STYLE
The Silver Swan deco-period style is at home in any room and in any decor, and
is an attractive alternative to ordinary fans.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS

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CONTROLS
Oscillation Knob
To activate the oscillation feature, simply push the knob down. To
stop the fan from oscillating, pull the knob up.
Pivot Knob
Direct the air ow by adjusting the tilt of the fan head. To loosen
the pivot knob to make an adjustment, turn the knob counter-
clockwise and rotate the fan head to the desired tilt. Then
retighten the pivot by turning the pivot knob clockwise. Always
loosen the pivot knob before making a change in the angle of
the tilt.
Speed Control
Adjust the speed control to provide the amount of air ow
desired, from low to high.
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OSCILLATION KNOB
PIVOT KNOB
SPEED CONTROL

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CLEANING
Because your Silver Swan fan moves a substantial amount of air, it will need
regular cleaning.
WARNING: To avoid risk of re, electrical shock or injury to persons, unplug the
fan before cleaning.
TIP: The motor is permanently lubricated and requires no oiling.
Use a vacuum cleaner with the brush attachments to clean away
any accumulated dust on the front and rear grills, as well as the
motor housing.
Wipe all the parts with a clean damp cloth. A mild detergent
solution or a common household cleaner may be used if necessary.
Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaners, as this may damage the
nish on the parts.
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Use a Phillips-head screw driver to loosen the grill ring retaining
screw located at the six-o’clock position on the grill.
Remove the front grill and grill ring to remove the grill.
Tip: Take care to hold grill when removing grill ring, as grill
may fall.
To reinstall the grill:
- Lay the product down on a soft surface with the fan blade facing
upward. Position the grill ring and front grill so that the front and
back grill align.
- Make sure both grooves on the inside of grill ring align with grill.
Replace the grill-retaining screw and twist until securely tightened.
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GRILL REMOVAL
WARNING: To avoid risk of re, electrical shock or injury to persons,
unplug the fan before removing the grill.
GRILL RING RETAINING SCREW

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STORAGE
KEEP IT CLEAN WITH THE VORNADO STORAGE BAG.
During the off-season or after extended periods of non-use, you may
choose to store your Silver Swan. To ensure long life of the product, it is
recommended to store your Swan by following these instructions:
Unplug power cord and bundle loosely.
Cover, or place back in retail carton if available. This prevents unit
from accumulating dust over time.
Store Silver Swan in cool and dry location.
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Unit is not plugged in. Plug Power Cord into electrical outlet.
Ensure unit fan speed setting is selected.
Plug fuse has blown. Replace fuse. See user servicing instructions under important instructions.
Unit is damaged or in need of repair. Cease usage and unplug. Contact Consumer Service for assistance.
The outlet is worn or damaged. Try another outlet or contact a qualied electrician.
Unit set to a low speed setting. Adjust to a higher speed setting.
Airow is blocked. Remove obstruction.
Adjust direction of airow towards the user.
Under certain conditions, it is possible for a reset GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlet to trip when the user is changing speeds on a
Vornado circulator. In this event, change to an outlet that is not connected to a GFCI device. It could also indicate a weak or defective GFCI outlet.
Contact a qualied electrician to check the GFCI outlet.
TROUBLESHOOTING
UNIT FAILS TO
POWER ON
AIRFLOW IS
WEAK OR
SLOW
GFCI HAS
TRIPPED
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SOLUTIONPROBLEM

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Vornado Air LLC (“Vornado”) warrants to the original consumer or purchaser this Vornado®
Silver Swan Alchemy Fan (“Product”) is free from defects in material or workmanship for a
period of ve (5) years from the date of purchase. If any such defect is discovered within the
warranty period, Vornado, at its discretion, will repair or replace the Product at no cost.
FOR WARRANTY OR REPAIR SERVICE:
Call 1-800-234-0604 or email [email protected] to obtain a Return Authorization (“RA”)
form. Please have or include your Product’s model number and serial number, as well as your
name, address, city, state, Zip code and phone number when contacting Vornado for
warranty service.
AFTER RECEIVING THE RA FORM, SHIP YOUR PRODUCT TO:
Vornado Air LLC Attn: Warranty & Repair 415 East 13th Street, Andover, KS 67002. For your
convenience, please have your model number and serial number when contacting Vornado with
service inquiries. To ensure proper handling, packages must be clearly marked with the RA
number. Packages not clearly marked with the RA number may be refused at the receiving dock.
Please allow 1-2 weeks for repair and return of your Product after the Product is received.
Repairs not covered by the warranty or outside the warranty period will require a fee to cover
the cost of materials, labor, handling and shipping.
This warranty does not apply to defects resulting from abuse of the Product, modication,
alteration, mishandling, improper maintenance, commercial use or repair or service of the
Product by anyone other than Vornado; damages which occur in shipment or are attributed
to acts of God. Improper product use, which includes using an external device that alters or
converts the voltage or frequency of electricity, or shipping a Vornado product to a country
not intended for use will void all warranties. Any unauthorized product modication, repair by
unauthorized repair center or use of non-approved replacement parts is not recommended and
any consequences will not be covered by support services or product warranties. The product
warranty will be honored only on models that are being used in the country intended. REPAIR
OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE
CONSUMER. VORNADO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT.
EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED
IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. Some states do not allow the exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specic legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from state to state. The
manufacturer assumes no responsibility for damage or injury caused by failure to follow these
instructions, improper product use or unauthorized product modications. Any such actions will
invalidate the product warranty.
All company names and product names are trademarks of their respective owners. ©All rights
reserved. All technical information, data and instructions for the installation, connection and
operation contained in these instructions for use correspond to the latest available information at
time of printing. The contents of this manual may differ slightly from the actual product. Observe
any additional supplements.
SATISFACTION GUARANTEE

VORNADO AIR, LLC
415 EAST 13TH STREET
ANDOVER, KANSAS 67002
800.234.0604
VORNADO.COM

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