Description And Use; Safety - Vortice MEX Livret D'instructions

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Description and use

The appliance you have purchased is a single-speed in-line extractor fan designed for direct extraction (outside
or into short ducts), compatible with wall / panel, false wall, ceiling and false ceiling installation.
The appliance is protected against jets of water (IP45 protection rating), so it is suitable for rooms with a high
degree of humidity. All the models are equipped with a motor with ball bearings. The range consists of 4 models,
with a standard diameter of 100 and 120 mm, in basic and Timer versions (see "Installation" and "Use" for a
detailed description of the various functions):
MEX 100/4" LL 1S
MEX 100/4" LL 1S T
MEX 120/5" LL 1S
MEX 120/5" LL 1S T
These appliances have been designed for use in the home.

Safety

Warning:
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this symbol indicates that care must
be taken to avoid injury to the user
• Do not use this appliance for functions other than those described in this booklet.
• After removing the appliance from its packaging, ensure that it is intact and undamaged. If in doubt,
immediately contact a professionally qualified electrician or an authorised Technical Support Centre.
• Do not leave packaging within the reach of children or differently able persons.
• Certain fundamental rules must be observed when using any electrical appliance, including: a) never touch
appliances with wet or damp hands; b) never touch appliances while barefoot.
• Store the appliance out of the reach of children and differently able persons if you decide to disconnect it from
the power supply and use it no more.
• Do not operate the appliance in the presence of flammable substances or vapours, such as alcohol,
insecticides, petrol, etc.
• Take all necessary precautions to ensure there are no back flows of gas into the room from the flue or from
other open-flued combustion appliances.
This appliance may be used by children over 8 years of age and by
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individuals with limited physical, sensory or mental capacities, or by
inexperienced or untrained individuals, provided that they are
supervised or have been instructed in safe use of the appliance and
understand the associated risks.
Children must not play with the appliance.
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Cleaning and maintenance procedures - for which the user is
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responsible - must not be carried out by children unless supervised.
Installation of the appliance in bathrooms (where there are bath-tubs
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or showers) must be in accordance with current regulations.
Caution:
!
this symbol indicates that care must
be taken to avoid damaging the appliance
• Do not make modifications of any kind to this appliance.
• Do not expose this appliance to the elements (rain, sun, etc.).
• Regularly inspect the appliance for visible defects. If any faults are found, do not operate the appliance but
contact a Vortice authorised Technical Support Centre immediately.
• If the appliance malfunctions and/or develops a fault, contact a Vortice authorised Technical Support Centre
immediately. Ensure that only genuine original Vortice spares are used for any repairs.
• Should the appliance be dropped or suffer a heavy blow, have it checked immediately by a Vortice Authorised
Technical Support Centre.
• The electrical system to which the appliance is connected must conform to applicable standards.
• The appliance is double insulated and therefore does not need to be earthed.
• Connect the appliance to the electrical power supply/socket only if the rated power of the supply is sufficient
to match the maximum rated power of the appliance. If not, contact a professional electrician without delay.
• Switch off the appliance at the main switch: a) if the appliance does not function correctly; b) before cleaning
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