COMPONENT
REPLACEMENT
Of
ELECTRIC FAN
1. Determine the description
of the values and ratings of
the individual defective
parts from the
manufacturer’s service
manual.
2. Identify the sources of the
replacement components/parts.
• Original replacement components
from the original factory sources.
• Universal replacement components
from independent factory sources.
• (Note: Always consider the physical
size of the replacement part).
3. Consider some factors in the
selection of specific part.
• Quality. Is the ability to provide
exact value or specification to
replacement part.
• Tolerance- Is the ability to provide
exact value or acceptable parameters
to replacement parts.
• Availability. Is the local access to
parts and whether the parts are
available .
• Price - It refers to the affordability of
the replacement parts at a
reasonable price.
4. Disconnect or remove
properly the
electrical/mechanical parts
of an electric fan
5. Install correctly the
replacement
parts/components in the
existing electric fan
MAINTENANCE
OF AN
ELECTRIC FAN
1. Turn off the electric
fan and remove the
cord from the source
of voltage.
2. Apply lubricant to the
mechanical parts of the
electric fan that requires
lubrication for a smooth
operation without grinding
or squeaking.
3. Replace the bushings or
end bells that squeak with
the use of appropriate
tools if squeaking cannot
be corrected by applying
lubricants.
4. Apply or spray anti-rust
lubricants to all mechanical
parts of the electric fan to
drive out moisture, to protect
corrosion, to loosen rusted
metal parts and to even free if
from sticky elements.
5. Clean and check
cooling louvers for any
obstructions to avoid
cutting off the air
flow.
6. Clean or wipe dust and
foreign particles at the
PC Board and metal
parts of the motor.
7. Replace worn or
frayed AC cord and
electrical wires.
Solvent
For
Cleaning
Use a mild soap with a
damp cloth or rug when
cleaning plastic front panel
and cover. They are
susceptible to immediate
and long term damage
from solvents.
Apply denatured alcohol as
the safest solvent to use for
plastic front panel and
cover with heavy stain. It
should be used only as a
last resort and applied to
areas with heavy stain.