UK │ 4. Safety instructions and warnings
The fan unit must not be used in the
following situations under any
circumstances.
Risk of combustion/fire from
flammable materials, liquids or
gases in the vicinity of the fan. Do not
place any flammable materials, liquids or
gases near the fan, which may ignite in the
event of heat or sparks and catch fire.
Steam-saturated or greasy air or
solid particles which may stick to the
fan, can soil the fan and reduce the
efficiency. Never use fan to convey these
substances.
Explosive gases and dusts may
ignite and cause serious explosions
or fire. Never use fan unit in an explosive
atmosphere (risk of explosion).
Risk to health from chemicals or
aggressive gases/vapours.
Chemicals or aggressive gases/
vapours may harm health, especially if they
are distributed throughout the rooms by the
fan. Never use fan to distribute chemicals or
aggressive gases/vapours.
Risks in case of units installed on
the wall. Installation of the ceiling fan
on a wall or inclined surface is not permitted.
Observe all safety instructions!
Risks for children and
people with reduced
physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or a lack of
knowledge. Fan may only be
installed, commissioned,
cleaned and maintained by
people who can safely
recognise and avoid the risks
associated with this work.
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Danger of injury if foreign
bodies are inserted into
the unit. During operation, do
not stick objects into the rotating
impeller blades.
Risk of injury from
rotating impeller. Hair,
clothing, jewellery etc. may be
pulled into the fan if you get too
close to it. During operation,
always keep far enough away to
prevent this from happening.
Health risk due to deposits on the
unit (mould, bacteria, dust etc.) after
the fan has not been used for a long time.
Clean unit at regular intervals, especially after
the fan has not been used for a long time.
A fan that is not mounted correctly may
result in non-intended operation or
impermissible operation. Only operate the fan
when it is completely installed (use EC 30 E
and EC 40 D only with protective cage).
Risk of injury and health risk in the
event of changes or modifications to
the unit or if components which are not
permitted are used. The unit may only be
operated with original components. Changes
and modifications are not permitted and
release the manufacturer from any guarantee
obligations and liability, e.g. if the unit is
drilled at a point which is not permitted.
Exception: A conversion to a longer
fastening rod (accessory) is only permissible
if performed by a trained electrician
chapter 10.