[. . . ] When using any electrically powered product, basic safety precautions should always be followed. To disconnect from the power supply, grip the plug and pull from the power socket. [. . . ] Do not place the fan near an open flame, cooking or heating appliance, or hot surface. Never locate the fan in an area where it may fall into a bath or other water container. Pass the power cord through the channel on the stand, and firmly clasp the two halves of the stand together. Insert the base into the bottom of the housing 10 Being careful to align with the corresponding holes. To reduce movement of the power cord during use or transportation, place the power cord through the cut out on the bottom of the base. The fan can be controlled by pushing the buttons, which be setting on control panel or remote controller. ON/OFF Press the button once to turn your Fan ON, press the button again to turn your Fan OFF. (figure 3) NOTE: Follow the battery polarity markings moulded into the battery compartment to ensure that they are inserted correctly. The batteries contain materials, which are hazardous to the environment; they must be removed from the appliance before it is scrapped, dispose of the batteries responsibly. NOTE: when mode of breeze wind or sleep wind is selected, the fan will continually cycle through Low, Medium, and High setting. Press the button once, the timer will be set 1 hour, press the button twice, the operating time is 2 hours, press it three times, the 11 12 To cancel the Timer function press the TIMER button once more when it reaches 12 hours. Removal of used domestic appliances European directive 2002/96/EC on the Electric and Electronic Equipment Waste requires that domestic appliances not be thrown out together with the rest of municipal waste. [. . . ] The symbol of the crossed out garbage can appears on all the products to remind the obligations regarding separated collection. Consumers must contact local authorities or resellers regarding the procedure to follow for the device's removal. [. . . ]