Wind Chaser Windchill WC161 User manual

ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
This warranty applies to repair or replacement if a product is found to
be defective in material or workmanship. This warranty does not
apply to any damage resulting from commercial, abusive and/or
unreasonable use or supplemental damage. Defects as a result of
normal wear and tear will not be considered manufacturing defects
under this warranty. Read the instruction manual before attempting to
use this product. WindChaser®Products, Inc. is not liable for
incidental or consequential damages of any nature. 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 limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply
to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also
may have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty
applies only to the original purchaser of this product. WindChaser®
Products, Inc. will repair or replace this product if it is found to be
defective in material and/or workmanship. Defective product should
be returned to the place of purchase in accordance with store policy.
Thereafter, while within the warranty period, any defective product
should be returned to WindChaser®Products, Inc. This warranty
does not cover damage resulting from unauthorized attempts to
repair or from any use not in accordance with its manual. Return
defective product to WindChaser®Products, Inc., 1842 Washington
Way, Suite C, Venice, CA 90291, freight prepaid, with proof of
purchase and $15 for handling, return packing and shipping charges.
Due to minor changes in design or otherwise, the product you buy
may sometimes differ slightly from illustration.
This warranty is valid only in the United States and Canada.
WindChaser®Products, Inc.
4130 Del Rey Avenue, Marina Del Rey, California 90292
[phone], 310-827-8615
Fax [phone]
E-Mail: customerservic[email protected]om
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© 2002 WindChaser Products, Inc.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

BEFORE INITIAL USE
Read this Entire Instruction Manual Before Use!
Thank You for Purchasing Your New WindChaser ® Product.
For your reference:
Serial No. Date of Purchase
Name and Address of Dealer
Tool Needed For Assembly
Philips or Flat Head Screwdriver
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed including the following:
1. Use fan only as described in this manual. Other uses not
recommended may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
2. This product is intended for household use only and not for
commercial or industrial use.
3. The fan must be grounded.
4. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse unit, plug, or cord
in water or spray with liquids.
5. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near
children.
6. Unplug fan from outlet when not in use, when moving fan from one
location to another or before cleaning.
7. Avoid contact with moving parts.
8. Do not operate in the presence of explosives and/or flammable fumes.
9. Do not place fan or any parts near an open flame, cooking or heating
appliance.
10. Do not operate fan with a damaged cord, plug or after the fan
malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner.
11. Do not let cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, or let it touch
hot surfaces.
12. To disconnect, grip plug and pull from wall outlet. Never yank on cord.
13. Always use on a level surface.
14. Do not hang or mount fan on a wall or ceiling.
15. Do not operate without fan grills properly in place.
16. This appliance has a GFCI plug with ground pin. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a grounded outlet only, one
way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, contact a qualified
electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature. If replacement
of the plug is needed, use only identical replacement parts.
17. Only use a 14 AWG 3-prong grounded extension cord with this fan
READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING: To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electrical
Shock And Injury To Persons, Do Not Use In A Window.
WARNING: Do Not Use This Fan with Any Solid State
Speed Control Device.
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Attach your purchase receipt here

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or
breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for
electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This
product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
DANGER
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor
can result in a risk of electrocution. Check with a qualified
electrician or service personnel if you are in doubt as to
whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the
plug provided with the product. If it does not fit the outlet, have
a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Do not use
any type of adaptor with this product.
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER
(GFCI) PROTECTION
This fan is provided with a ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) built into the plug of the power supply cord. This
device provides additional protection from the risk of electric
shock. Should replacement of the plug or cord become
necessary, use only identical replacement parts that include
GFCI protection.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, only use a 14AWG heavy
duty grounded extension cord with this fan.
To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all connections dry
and off the ground. Do not the touch plug with wet hands.
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PARTS DIAGRAM
Set Screw
Control Box
Motor Housing
Oscillation Knob
Front Motor Housing
Rear Grill
Rear Grill Set Screw
Grill Lock Nut
Fan Blade
Blade Cap
Fan Shroud
Misting Hub
with 4 misting nozzles
Misting Line
Normal 3/4" swivel hose
adapter or spigot adapter
with filter washer
Waterproof Cover
Power Cord/GFCI Plug
Inner Pipe
Misting Line Holder
Height Adjust Knob
Outer Pole
Threaded Connector
Base
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Important: Assemble the fan before plugging it in.
1. Screw threaded outer pole into
threaded base; Hand tighten until
firmly secured; use no tools.
2. Loosen the set screw on the
back of the control box and set
the control box onto the
assembled outer pole from
Step 1. Then tighten the set
screw. When adjusting the
inner tube, always keep the
water proof cover matched with
the height adjustment knob.
3. Unscrew the guard lock nut by
turning it counter-clockwise.
Mount the rear grill (with the
handle in the upright position) to
the motor housing by matching
its 3 holes to the 3 round pins
on the front motor housing.
Then screw the little set screw
to lock the rear grill and the front
motor housing. Reinstall and
tighten the guard lock nut.
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1. Insert the motor shaft
spindle into the fan blade by
matching the motor shaft
spindle to the D-shaped cut-
out on fan blade. Secure the
blade by screwing the blade
cap counter-clockwise onto
the shaft.
2. Attach the fan shroud to the rear
grill using provided screws and clips.
The screws and clips are located in
the shroud. You will notice these
screws and clips are inserted all the
way around the inner rim of the
shroud. Underneath the clips there
are plastic protrusions.
The rear grill sits in between the clip
and the plastic protrusion. Loosen
the screws and “shimmy” the shroud
onto the grill from the bottom. Some
screws and clips may have to be
removed in order to slide the shroud
on; however, do not take all of them
out because it is hard to put them
back into the shroud. Tighten the
screws to secure the shroud to the
rear grill.
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6. Insert screen washer into swivel adapter. Attach to
outdoor hose.
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
(a) Loosen the height adjustment knob
(counter-clockwise), (b) adjust the height
to the desired position and (c) tighten the
knob (clockwise).
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
THIS FAN IS INTENDED FOR
OUTDOOR USE BUT MAY BE USED
INDOORS WITHOUT THE MISTING
FEATURE.
Place the fan on a level surface near an
electrical outlet. Place the fan out of the
reach of children. Do not insert anything
into the grill. If moving the fan to a
different location, switch it off and unplug
it from the socket.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place the fan on a level surface.
2. Plug the GFCI plug into a
standard 120volt AC wall outlet
with ground.
3. To operate, push the control
button corresponding to the
desired speed.
OFF, LOW, MED, HIGH
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4. Oscillation: Press the knob down to make the fan oscillate
or pull the knob up to stop oscillation
NOTE: THE ANGLE OF THE FAN HEAD IS NOT
ADJUSTABLE.
MISTING
Attach the 3/4” Hose adapter to any 3/4” (standard) garden
hose or spigot. Misting must be turned on/off from the water
source.
DO NOT USE INDOORS WITH
MISTING FEATURE!
CLEANING CLOGGED NOZZLES
Turn the system off and gently tap the nozzle with the head of
a screwdriver to loosen any sediment that may have
accumulated. If tapping does not clear the nozzle, unscrew it
from the misting line for further cleaning.
Place nozzles in a container of vinegar or a household lime
and scale remover (such as Lime-away™) for approximately
30 minutes. Make sure to stir or shake the solution every few
minutes to help loosen debris. Heavier deposits may require
longer soaking and/or additional scrubbing of the nozzles with
a stiff non-metallic brush.
After soaking, shake the nozzles. You should hear a rattling
sound. If none is heard, gently tap the nozzles against a solid
surface to loosen any obstruction. If this doesn’t clear the
nozzles, they should be replaced (MC101). Check your
packaging for extra nozzles, or call WindChaser Products, Inc.
to purchase replacement nozzles.
IMPORTANT – Never attempt to clear nozzles with pins, nails
or other metal objects as this can damage the misting orifice.

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CARE AND STORAGE
1. BE SURE THE ELECTRICAL PLUG IS REMOVED FROM
THE ELECTRICAL SOCKET BEFORE ATTEMPTING
ANY CLEANING OR MAINTENANCE.
2. Use only a soft moistened cloth with a soap solution to
clean the fan.
3. Do not immerse the fan in water.
4. Do not use gasoline thinners or other chemicals to clean
fan.
5. To dismantle for cleaning or long term storage, follow the
assembly instructions in reverse order. The fan blade may
be washed in warm water using a little mind detergent.
Alternatively, it may be wiped clean with a soft damp cloth.
Be sure it is completely dry before re-fitting.
6. The front and rear grills, stand and base can be cleaned
with a soft brush or soft damp cloth.
7. For storage, clean fan carefully as instructed and store in
its original box or cover with plastic / cloth. Store the fan in
a clean, dry place.
ELECTRICAL RATINGS
1. This product has been rated at 120VAC 60Hz 55W (Max
40,000 BTU/H cooling with misting). If you experience a
problem, contact WindChaser customer service.
2. Do not attempt to open the motor housing of the fan; doing
so may cause damage to the fan or personal injury.
CAUTION
There are no consumer serviceable parts inside this fan. If you
experience a problem, please see warranty for information.
Please do not attempt to open the fan; doing so will void your
warranty and could cause damage or personal injury.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Remedy
No Power 1. Make sure unit is plugged into a live
socket.
2. Press reset button on the GFCI plug.
Fan is Unstable Make sure threaded extension pole is
firmly secured into threaded base; do
not use tools to tighten.
Fan Not Misting Made sure 3/4” hose adapter is hooked
up to the garden hose or spigot and
valve is open. Read “Cleaning Clogged
Nozzles” on page 7 for additional
information.
Fan Will Not
Oscillate
Check to see if oscillation knob is
pushed down.
A Leak At the
Tubing Attachment
Unscrew the swivel adapter by hand.
Check the filter washer to make sure it
is evenly seated in cap and re-install.
Sediment, rough hose bib edges or over
tightening when not evenly seated may
damage the washer. Replace the
washer and re-install.
Areas With Hard
Water
In locations with hard water, the use of a
polyphosphate filter is recommended to
remove sediment and lessen the effects
of hard water deposits. The filter is
attached directly to your 3/4” hose bib
before the Swivel Adapter.
Polyphosphate filters should be
replaced after approximately six months
of use. Mist & Cool™ (MC601) filters
are tested according to NSF Standard
42 for taste, odor and chlorine
reduction.
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