ARDESTO BFO-120W Exhaust Fan Instruction Manual

ARDESTO BFO-120W Exhaust Fan

Specifications:

• Model: BFO-100W, BFO-120W, BFC-100W, BFC-120W, BFC-150W, BFC-100S, BFC-120S, BFC-150S
• Voltage: 220-240V
• Frequency: 50-60Hz
• IP Rating: IP20
• Power Consumption: 100W (BFO-100W, BFC-100W), 120W (BFO-120W, BFC-120W), 150W (BFC-150W), 100S (BFC-100S), 120S (BFC-120S), 150S (BFC-150S)

Product Usage Instructions

Precautions:

1. Remove packing and check for any damage. If unsure, do not use the appliance and contact our service center.
2. Only use the appliance for its intended purpose of air exhaustion for domestic and similar purposes.
3. Before cleaning or maintenance, disconnect the main electrical supply to the fan by either using a double pole switch or removing the plug.
4. In case of a breakdown or faulty operation, switch off the appliance and do not attempt to repair it yourself. Contact a technical service center approved by the manufacturer for repairs and original spare parts.
5. When the appliance is not in use, remove the power supply.

Warnings:

WARNING!
This symbol indicates precautions that must be taken to avoid injury.

Caution:

CAUTION!
This symbol indicates precautions that must be taken to avoid damaging the appliance.

In the Set:

1. Exhaust Fan (with back draught shutter)
2. Fixing screws with wall plugs (4 pcs)
3. Instruction Manual (Warranty Card included)

Installation Instructions:

Wall Installation:

1. Make sure the power is switched off at the service panel before starting installation.
2. Choose the correct voltage shown on the label before connecting the fan to the power source.
3. Cut an appropriate-sized hole in the wall, ensuring there are no cables or pipes inside. Make sure the internal and external walls are flush and allow the ducting to slope slightly towards the external wall for drainage.
4. Remove the front cover of the fan and position it against the wall. Mark the four fixing points and cable entry, then drill accordingly.

FAQ:

• Q: Can I use the exhaust fan for purposes other than air exhaustion?
  A: No, the exhaust fan is specifically designed for air exhaustion in domestic and similar settings.
• Q: What should I do if the appliance breaks down or operates faulty?
  A: Switch off the appliance and do not attempt to repair it yourself. Contact a technical service center approved by the manufacturer for repairs and original spare parts.
• Q: How do I clean and maintain the exhaust fan?
  A: Before cleaning or maintenance, disconnect the main electrical supply to the fan. Use a clean cloth and mild detergent to wipe the fan’s surfaces. Avoid using abrasive materials or solvents that may damage the appliance. Refer to the instruction manual for detailed cleaning instructions.
• Q: What is the IP rating of the exhaust fan?
  A: The exhaust fan has an IP20 rating, which means it is protected against solid objects larger than 12mm and does not provide protection against water.

For your safety, please read this user manual carefully before installing the device. Please keep this manual for future needs.

PRECAUTIONS

1. Remove packing and make sure that the appliance is undamaged. In case of doubt do not operate the appliance and contact our service center.
2. This appliance must only be used for the purpose it was built for, i.e. air exhaustion for domestic and similar purposes.
3. INSTALLATION
   It should be installed on the wall, window, or ceiling. The installation of the fan should be made with the plug and screws supplied with the set. The outlet must be done to the airing room or the existing common system for airing in the building. Installation shall be done under the supervision of an authorized contractor. ELECTRIC CONNECTION
   The Exhaust Fan must be connected to a mono-phase network with the tension and Frequency shown on the notice plate of the fan. The switch connectors are situated on the fixing base of the fan. To ensure the IP level against water splash use the appropriate cable junction supplied when placing the connection cable. The Exhaust Fan should be connected, in a permanent way to a fixed duct through and to the electric supply with a double wire with a minimum section of 1 mm2 forfend installation. It does not need a ground connection as it is a fan with double insulation (class II).
4. Before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance disconnect the main electrical Supply to the fan utilizing a double pole switch or remove the plug.
5. In case of breakdown or faulty operation, switch off and do not tamper with the appliance. If repairs are necessary, contact only the technical service center approved by the manufacturer and ask for original spares. No observance of the above could put the safety of the appliance at risk.
6. When the appliance is out of use, remove the power lead. Moreover, makes potentially dangerous parts harmless, especially for children who might play with the appliance when it is not in use.
7. The maximum room temperature must not be more than 50 °C.
8. The appliance must be installed at 2 meters to 3 meters from the floor.

WARNINGS

WARNING!
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES PRECAUTIONS THAT MUST BE TAKEN TO AVOID INJURY

• Do not use this appliance for functions other than those described in this instruction manual.
• After removing the appliance from its packaging ensure that it is complete and undamaged. If in doubt contact a professionally qualified electrician. Do not leave the packaging in a place accessible to children or to individuals with reduced physical, sensorial, or mental capacities.
• Certain fundamental rules must be observed when using any electrical appliance: a) never touch appliances with wet hands; b) never touch appliances while barefoot.
• This appliance is not suitable for use by children or by individuals with reduced physical, sensorial, or mental capacities, or by inexperienced or untrained individuals. unless they are supervised or instructed in its use by a person responsible for their safety. Children must always be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Store the appliance out of the reach of children and inform persons if you decide to disconnect it from the power supply and no longer use it.
• Do not operate the appliance in the presence of inflammable vapors (alcohol, insecticides, petrol, etc.).
• Before removing the front cover, make sure that the power supply to the fan is turned off.

CAUTION

CAUTION!
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES PRECAUTIONS THAT 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 weather (rain, sun, etc.).
• Regularly inspect the appliance for visible defects. If any faults are found, do not operate the appliance.
• If the appliance does not function correctly or develops a fault, contact us immediately and ensure that only original spares are used for any repairs.
• Should the appliance be dropped or suffer a heavy blow, have it checked immediately?
• The appliance must be installed by a professionally qualified electrician.
• 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.
• Do not operate the fan with a damaged cord or plug, after a malfunction, or if there is dropped or damaged in any manner.
• The electrical power supply/socket to which the appliance is to be connected must be able to provide the maximum electrical power required by the appliance. Otherwise, contact an electrician to make the necessary modifications before proceeding.
• A multi-polar switch must be used to install the appliance. The gap between the switch contacts must be no less than 3 mm.
• Switch off the appliance at the installation main switch:
  • if the appliance does not function correctly;
  • before cleaning the outside of the appliance; c) if the appliance is not to be used for any length of time.
• The room must have an adequate source of replacement air for this appliance to function effectively. Moreover, if there is any non-sealed combustion-based appliance such as a water heater, gas stove, etc., in the same room, air replacement must be sufficient for all appliances to work effectively together.
• The appliance must either exhaust directly to the outside or into a short duct (max 400 mm in length to ensure certified performance). Efficiency losses will occur if the appliance is installed in ducting subject to any appreciable back pressure.
• The appliance cannot be used to control the activation of water heaters, room heaters, etc. nor must it be connected to the hot air ducts used by other appliances.
• The air to be extracted from the room must be clean (i.e. free of grease, soot, chemical and corrosive agents, and explosive or flammable mixtures) and must not exceed a temperature of 50 °C.
• Keep the appliance’s inlet and outlet grilles free to ensure an optimum tow of air.
• Install the appliance so that the impeller is inaccessible from the air outlet side as verified by contact with the Test Finger, in compliance with the current safety regulations. If this is not possible, the relevant protection accessory must be installed.

IN THE SET

1. Exhaust Fan (with back draught shutter)
2. Fixing screws with wall plugs (4 pcs)
3. Instruction Manual (Warranty Card included)

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

• CAUTION! Make sure the power is switched off at the service panel before starting installation.
• NOTE: the location of installation must be near a socket outlet. A licensed electrician will be required to install the socket outlet.

WALL INSTALLATION

1. Ensure to choose the right voltage shown on the label before connecting with the power source.
2. Cut an appropriate size hole in the wall, and ensure there are no cables or pipes burned in the wall when cutting. The internal and internal wall flush, allows the ducting to slope slightly to the external wall, this will allow drainage of any ingress from rain.
3. Remove the front cover of the fan and position the fans against the wall and mark the four fixing points and cable entry, then drill to suit.
4. Bring the cable to the unit via a double pole switch with a minimum of 3mm separate on all poles.
5. Bring the main cable through the cable entry and fix the fan body into position.
6. Fix the front cover.

Note: the picture is for illustration only and may not represent the actual product.

GLASS-WINDOW INSTALLATION

1. Ensure to choose the right voltage shown in the label before connecting with the power source.
2. Before commencing any cutting, check in the windows that there is no obstruction such as windows frames, or joints, and that there is sufficient tight clearance for the housing.
3. Position the fan against the window glass and mark, then cut to suit.
4. Bring the cable to the unit via a double pole switch with a minimum of 3mm separate on all poles.
5. Use the glass glue to fix the fan body and let the glass glue dry according to its instructions, then the fan will be firmly mounted in the glass.

Note: the picture is for illustration only and may not represent the actual product.

CEILING INSTALLATION

1. Ensure to choose the right voltage shown on the label before connecting with the power source.
2. Cut an appropriate-sized hole in the ceiling, and ensure there are no cables or pipes burned in the ceiling when cutting. The internal and internal wall flush, allows the ducting to slope slightly to the external wall, this will allow drainage of any ingress from rain.
3. Remove the front cover of the fan and position the fans against the wall and mark the four fixing points and cable entry, then drill to suit.
4. Bring the cable to the unit via a double pole switch with a minimum of 3mm separate on all poles.
5. Bring the main cable through the cable entry and fix the fan body into position.
6. Fix the front cover.

• Note: The picture is for illustration only and may not represent the actual product.
• Note: where ducting (not included) is used, ensure the outlet is ducted in such that to avoid the back-tow of gases into the room from the open fuel of gas or other fuel-burning appliances.
• Note: ceiling ventilation units must be ventilated to the outside and not into the ceiling cavity. Use a duct (not included) to suit.

WIRING

1. The fans are double-insulated and do not need earth wire.
2. For partition fans, precautions must be taken to avoid any back-flow of gases into the room from open fuel gas-free or other appliances.
   • L – connecting to the live.
   • N – connecting to the neutral.

WIRING DIAGRAM

MAINTENANCE & SERVICE

Before carrying out any maintenance, ensure the power is switched OFF from the mains power supply.

1. Wipe down the fascia and grilles with a wet soapy cloth only. Do not allow water to contact electrical parts, such as a motor.
2. Never use petrol, benzene, thinner, or any other such chemicals for cleaning the ventilating fan.
3. Do not immerse resin parts in hot water over 60 °C.
4. Do not place hot objects near or install nearby hot appliances.

PERFORMANCES

Model Name	Voltage/ Frequency	Power, W	Air Flow (m³/hr)	Noise Level (dB)	Outlet diameter (mm)
BFO-100W	220-240 V~ 50-60 Hz	15	80	33	100
BFO-120W		20	150	35	120
BFC-100W		15	70	30	100
BFC-120W		20	120	33	120
BFC-150W		25	210	35	150
BFC-100S		15	70	30	100
BFC-120S		20	120	33	120
BFC-150S		25	210	35	150
Protection class of all models:		IP20

CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT

By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.

The symbol on the product indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead, it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Disposal must be carried out by local environmental regulations for waste disposal. For more detailed information about the treatment, recovery, and recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service, or the shop where you purchased the product. Manufacturing and packaging materials are recyclable. Check with your local authorities about the most correct way to dispose of these materials when they are no longer useful to you.

Warranty conditions

The plant guarantees normal operation of the product within 12 months from the date of the sale, provided that the consumer complies with the rules of operation and care provided by this Manual. The service life of the product is 5 years.

To avoid any misunderstanding we kindly ask you to carefully study the Owner’s Manual, and the terms of warranty, and check the correctness of filling out the Warranty Card. The Warranty Card is valid only if the following information is correctly stated: model, serial number of the product, date of sale, clear seals of the company-seller, and signature of the buyer. The model and serial number of the product must correspond to those specified in the Warranty Card.
If these terms are violated, and if the information specified in the Warranty Card is changed, erased, or rewritten, the Warranty Card is considered invalid.

Setup and installation (assembly, connection, etc.) of the appliance are described in the attached documentation; they can be carried out both by the user and by specialists having the necessary qualifications sent by USC or selling companies
(on a paid basis). In this case, the person (the institution) installing the appliance shall be responsible for the correctness and quality of installation (setup). Please pay attention to the importance of the correct installation of the appliance, both for its reliable operation and for obtaining a warranty and free service. Require the installation specialist to enter all the necessary information about the installation in the Warranty Card.

In case of failure of the appliance during the warranty period by the fault of the manufacturer, the owner is entitled to free warranty repair upon presentation of the correctly filled Warranty Card together with the appliance in the factory configuration packed in the original packaging to the warranty workshop or the place of its purchase. Satisfaction of the customer’s claim due to the fault of the manufacturer shall be made per the law «On Protection of Consumers’ Rights». In the case of warranty repair, the warranty period shall be extended for the period of repair and shipment.

WARRANTY CARD

Dear Buyer!
Congratulations on your purchase of the ARDESTO brand appliance, which was designed and manufactured by the highest quality standards, and we thank you for choosing this particular instrument.

We ask you to keep the coupon during the warranty period. When purchasing a product, require a full warranty card.

1. Warranty service is carried out only if there is a correctly and filled original warranty card, which indicates: the product model, date of sale, serial number, warranty service period, and the seller’s seal. *
2. The service life of household appliances is 5 years.
3. The product is intended for consumer use. When using the product in commercial activities, the seller/manufacturer does not bear warranty obligations, and after-sales service is performed on a paid basis.
4. Warranty repair is carried out within the period specified in the warranty card for the product in an authorized service center on the conditions and terms determined by applicable law.
5. The product is withdrawn from the warranty in case of violation by the consumer of the operating rules outlined in the instruction manual.
6. The product is removed from warranty service in the following cases:
   • misuse and non-consumer use;
   • mechanical damage;
   • damage caused by the ingress of foreign objects, substances, liquids, and insects;
   • damage caused by natural disasters (rain, wind, lightning, etc.), fire, domestic factors (excessive humidity, dust, aggressive environment, etc.)
   • damage caused by non-compliance of power and cable network parameters with state standards and other similar factors;
   • when operating equipment in the power supply network with a missing single ground loop;
   • in case of violation of seals installed on the product;
   • lack of serial number of the device, or inability to identify it.
7. The warranty does not cover consumables and accessories, as well as filters, shelves, drawers, stands, and other containers for storing products.
8. The warranty period is 12 months from the date of sale.

Tear-off maintenance tickets are provided by an authorized service center. The completeness of the product is checked. I have read the terms of the warranty service, no complaints.

Customer Signature ______________

Warranty card

Product information

• Product
• Model
• Serial number
• Seller Information
• Trade organization name
• The address
• Date of sale
• Seller stamp

Coupon No. 3

Seller stamp

• Date of application
• Cause of damage
• Date of completion

Coupon No. 2

Seller stamp

• Date of application
• Cause of damage
• Date of completion

Coupon No. 1

Seller stamp

• Date of application
• Cause of damage
• Date of completion

Documents / Resources

ARDESTO BFO-120W Exhaust Fan [pdf] Instruction Manual BFC-100W, BFC-120W, BFC-150W, BFC-100S, BFC-120S, BFC-150S, BFO-100W, FO-120W, BFO-120W Exhaust Fan, BFO-120W, Exhaust Fan, Fan

References

• User Manual