Operating Instructions
40cm Pedestal Fan
Item: GCPF405
General Care and Safety Guide
Thank you for choosing this Goldair product. This Goldair appliance has been designed and manufactured to high standards of engineering and with proper use and care, as described in this leaflet, will give you years of useful service. Please read these instructions carefully and keep them for future reference.
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Use only the voltage specified on the rating plate of the appliance.
Keep all objects at least 1 Metre from the front, sides and rear of the appliance
This appliance is intended for household use only and not for commercial or industrial use.
Use this appliance only as described in this manual. Any other use is not recommended by
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the manufacturer and may cause fire, electric shock or injury.
The common cause of overheating is deposits of dust or fluff in the appliance. Ensure these deposits are removed regularly by unplugging the appliance and vacuum cleaning the air vents and grills.
Always unplug appliance when not in use.
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When the appliance has been unpacked, check it for transport damage and ensure all parts have been delivered. If parts are missing or the appliance has been damaged, contact the CDB
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Customer Services Team.
If your appliance does not work, or is not working properly, contact the place of purchase. Repair work on the appliance by unqualified persons can cause serious risk to the user.
Ensure hands are dry before handling the plug or 9.
the main unit.
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Carry out regular checks of the supply cord to ensure no damage is evident.
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Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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Ensure that the cord is fully extended (not coiled) while in use.
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Avoid contact with the moving parts. Keep hands, hair, clothing, away from blade of the fan during operation to reduce the risk of injury to person and/or damage to the unit.
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Switch off and use handles provided when moving.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are supervised or have been given instruction concerning the use of the fan by a person responsible for their safety.
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It is recommended that this fan is plugged directly into the wall socket.
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A correctly specified, undamaged extension cord may be used with this fan provided it is used in a safe manner.
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Never place appliance close to radiant heat source.
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Never operate in areas where petrol, paint or other flammable liquids are used or stored.
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Never use the appliance to dry clothes.
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Never insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening, as this may cause an electric shock, fire or damage to the appliance.
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Never use abrasive cleaning products on this appliance. Clean with a damp cloth (not wet) rinsed in hot soapy water only. Always remove plug from the mains supply before cleaning.
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Never connect the appliance to mains supply until completely assembled and adjusted.
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Never remove plug from power socket until the appliance has been switched off.
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Never remove plug from power socket by pulling cord – always grip plug.
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Never twist, kink or wrap the cord around the appliance, as this may cause the insulation to weaken and split. Always ensure that all cord has been removed from any cord storage area and is unrolled before use.
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Never use this appliance in the immediate surrounds of a bath, a shower, or a swimming pool or other liquids. The appliance must not be immersed in any liquids.
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Due to the risk of injury, never use this appliance for any purpose other than its intended use. This appliance is intended for use in household and similar applications such as staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses, by clients in hotels, motels, bed and breakfast type environments and other residential type environments
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Never use this appliance outdoors.
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Never operate the appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after it malfunctions, or if it has been damaged in any manner. Have the appliance checked and repaired by a qualified electrician if repair is necessary.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
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Never place the unit in wardrobes or other enclosed spaces as this may cause fire hazards.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Model: GCPF405
Supply:
Wattage:
220 - 240VAC 50Hz
50W
1) Blade
2) Centre Cap
3) Remote Receiver
4) Control Panel
5) Inner Tube
6) Height Adjustment Knob
7) Base Cover
8) Base
9) Front Grill
10) Grill Ring
Components
11) Function Buttons
12) Control Panel Front Housing
13) Outer Tube
14) Rear Grill
15) Motor Housing
16) Tilt Adjustment
17) Control Panel Rear Housing
18) Fastening Screw
19) Power Cord & Plug
20) Base Weight & Screw (not pictured)
Components
Control Panel
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On/Off Button
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Fan Speed Button
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Timer Button
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Oscillation Button
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Mode Button (only on remote control)
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Display Panel
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Fan Speed Indicators
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Mode Indicators
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Timer Indicators
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Oscillation Indicator
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Power Indicator
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Remote control
The symbols on the Remote correspond to the symbols on the main unit.
The remote requires a line-of-sight path to allow for the signal to be received by the unit. Position the unit so the receiver lens is visible from the remote control.
Remove battery cover and install two
“AAA” batteries when required.
Assembly
Assembly
Remove the height adjustment knob (6) from the outer tube (13). Slide the base cover (7) over the outer tube (13) and replace the height adjustment knob (6). Place the outer tube onto the base and the base weight (20) under the base; tighten with screw provided.
Loosen the fastening screw (18) and slide the assembled fan head onto the inner tube
(5). Once in place, tighten the fastening screw (5) by rotating it clockwise.
Loosen and remove the retaining ring from the front of the motor housing (15) by rotating it anti-clockwise. Position the rear grill (14) over the motor shaft, against the motor housing, with the handle at the top.
Ensure that the locating pegs on the motor housing are engaged correctly in the holes on the grill. Screw the retaining ring onto the motor housing by rotating clockwise and tighten firmly.
Place the fan blade (1) onto the motor shaft, locating the slot at the back of the blade.
Screw the retaining knob onto the motor shaft by rotating it anti-clockwise and tighten firmly.
Slide the grill hoop (10) over the rear grill and then insert the front grill (9) into the hoop. Position correctly by hand and secure with small screw provided.
Operating your Fan
Always choose a safe location for the fan, keeping in mind the safety precautions outlined. Ensure all packaging has been removed from the unit before use. This appliance requires no installation, it should be used solely as a portable appliance.
WARNING Keep all objects at least 1 metre from the front, sides and rear of the appliance
Oscillation
To activate the oscillation function, push down the oscillation button on the control panel. The fan will then oscillate until the button is pushed again to turn off.
Fan control switch
Place the fan on a dry, level and sturdy surface.
Plug the power cord into the socket.
Mode
There are 3 Mode functions: Normal,
Natural or Sleep.
Switch on the appliance by pressing the on/off button (A) on the control panel. The fan will begin to operate in low fan speed.
The low speed indicator (1) will illuminate.
Switch fan off by pressing on/off button (A).
Normal Mode: Constant air flow which can be adjust by pressing the speed function button.
For example, normal LOW or normal MEDIUM or normal HIGH.
Fan Speed
Each press of the speed button will change the wind speed between High-Mid-Low. The corresponding fan speed light will illuminate.
Natural Mode: Programmed to simulated natural air flow (wind) as if it was entering via the window. Natural mode can be operated in high, medium or low speed.
Timer
The timer function allows the unit to be set to operate for a length of time from 0.5-7.5
hours before switching the unit off.
Sleep Mode: Programmed to provide comfort while the user is asleep.
This mode is similar to the natural mode and can operate with speed mode HIGH or
MEDIUM or LOW.
Each press of the timer button (C) will increase the amount of time the unit runs before it switches off.
The corresponding timer lights will illuminate.
Pressing the mode button (E) on the remote control will select the wind mode, i.e.
natural, sleep or normal. The mode will be indicated on the display panel (2).
If you want to use the fan without setting the timer, adjust the timer so that no lights timer indicators (3) are illuminated.
Tilt
Adjust tilt by turning neck screw (9) and tilting body to the desired wind direction (i.e.
either upward or downward).
Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning and Maintenance
To avoid risk of electric shock, before cleaning, you MUST ALWAYS switch off and unplug the fan before cleaning.
Use only a soft, damp cloth to gently wipe the fan and dry well.
To access the fan blade , remove the front guard and securing screw.
Do not immerse the fan in water and never allow water to enter the motor housing.
Do not use harsh chemicals to clean the fan.
IMPORTANT!
NEVER COVER THIS
APPLIANCE!
PROOF OF PURCHASE
To receive warranty retain receipt as proof of purchase. (Refer to back of booklet).
SUPPORT AND TECHNICAL ADVICE
Goldair – New Zealand
Monday – Friday 8am-5pm
Phone +64 (0)9 917 4000
Phone 0800 232 633 [email protected]
Goldair – Australia
Monday – Friday 8am-5pm
Phone +61 (0)3 9365 5100
Phone 1300 465 324 [email protected]
One Year Warranty
Thank you for purchasing this Goldair product. Your product is warranted against faults and manufacture when used in normal domestic use for a period of one year. In non-domestic use Goldair limits the voluntary warranty to three months.
Goldair undertake to repair or replace this product at no charge if found to be defective due to a manufacturing fault during the warranty period.
This warranty excludes damage caused by misuse, neglect, shipping accident, incorrect installation, or work carried out by anyone other than a qualified electrical service technician.
PLEASE KEEP YOUR RECEIPT AS THIS WILL HELP VERIFY YOUR WARRANTY.
The benefits to you given by this warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies available to you under a law in relation to the goods or services to which this warranty relates.
In Australia, our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law.
You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
In New Zealand this warranty is additional to the conditions and guarantees of the Consumers Guarantee Act
(1993).
Goldair – New Zealand
CDB Goldair
PO Box 100-707
N.S.M.C
Auckland, 0745
Goldair – Australia
CDB Goldair Australia Pty
PO Box 574
South Morang
Victoria, 3752
Phone +64 (0)9 917 4000
Phone 0800 232 633 www.goldair.co.nz
Phone +61 (0)3 9365 5100
Phone 1300 GOLDAIR (1300 465 324) www.goldair.com.au
Goldair One Year Warranty (IMPORTANT: Please complete and retain this warranty card)
Name
Address
Place Of Purchase
Name Of Product
Date of Purchase
Model Number
Attach a copy of the purchase receipt to this warranty card
Due to continual design improvements, the product illustrated in this User Manual may differ slightly from the actual product.
