Please only answer if you are relatively sure it is the correct response as I do not want to ruin it erroniously.
2006-08-20 02:32:15 · 9 answers · asked by Cherie M 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Almost all newer fans have an oil-free sealed motor. If it is an older fan that does require oil then it would be put in the main shaft right at the base of the motor.
IGNORE BILLS ANSWER!!! Do not use WD40 as it is flammable and can cause a fire if the positive and negative touch via the WD40. You only use non-flammable oils on electrical parts.
2006-08-20 02:38:33 · answer #1 · answered by wizardslizards 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most newer ceiling fans do not need oiling. However, some of the older models do need oiling. Your best bet is to note the make and model of your ceiling fan and make a trip to the home repair store (Lowe's or Home Depot). They will be able to tell you which is right for your type of ceiling fan and give you the proper oil if your ceiling fan is of the type that needs oiling.
2006-08-20 02:39:57 · answer #2 · answered by Sabina 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First off what is it doing?
It is an electrical motor which one should never put liquid or grease of any kind in it. No Oil Required.
If it has a slight sqeak or clicking sound, then it is coming from where the post of the fan mounts into the ceiling bracket. A little pick up of the fan and twist sometime's stops the noise, but if it is severe than the plastic cushion is worn out in the socket. You can put a little lube in there, but if it's that bad I would have the whole unit replaced. If it's not making any noise, then it's okay.
They are not that expensive to buy.
2006-08-20 02:41:54 · answer #3 · answered by jeff s 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Old Jacksonville Ceiling Fans
2016-12-18 16:39:41 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is the fan noisy? It might not be the fan itself. Sometimes people use regular ceiling boxes for fans rather than a properly braced fan box. If that's the case then there will be some noise coming from the connection between the fan and the ceiling box since the box cannot support the weight.
2006-08-20 03:55:59 · answer #5 · answered by Gitchy gitchy ya ya da da 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Look at the top of the fan and if you see a little flip cap then it is an oil type. If you don't see one then do not oil. A good idea is to get a can of air (like what you use to clean your keyboard) and blow the dust out. The dust can cause the motor to work harder and wear out faster.
2006-08-20 02:44:53 · answer #6 · answered by opie with an attitude 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I really doubt you would have to oil a ceiling fan, unless it's really super way old....but I still don't think you'd need to. If you are a packrat like me and would still have the assembly directions, consult those, or perhaps one of the employees in the ceiling fan department at your home improvement store.
2006-08-20 02:39:10 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
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Ceiling Fan - Do I oil it? and if so where and with what.?
Please only answer if you are relatively sure it is the correct response as I do not want to ruin it erroniously.
2015-08-05 22:11:39 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are self lubricating- but a bit of WD 40 on occasion won't hurt.
2006-08-20 02:40:14 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 4⤋
I think it depends
2016-08-23 04:48:55 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋