I've done this several dozen times, even with identical fans with no issues.

Mar 20, I remove the blower every year to clean the blades, be sure the shaft freely turns and vac any dust/lint off, but haven't 'split-the-case' for a thorough lube and cleaning.

I did recently replace the start capacitor as it was 30% low & out of tolerance. ND 30wt sounds good. Aug 22, A simple fix for your fan that doesn't startAuthor: uf. Remove the front grill to expose the fan blade and then wipe the blades with a soft damp cloth if they are not removable. If they are removable, then dismantle it so you can do a more thorough cleaning. How to Lubricate Electric Fan Motors. Doing small maintenance on your appliances can extend the life of them by years.

An electric fan is no different. You can make an electric fan last longer if you simply lubricate the motor on a regular basis. Mar 08, Use WD to lubricate the gears and the clutch knob (the central piece onto which the blades attach and spin). To do this, remove the center cover of the fan (which often has the fan’s logo) and aim your lubricant nozzle to the inside. Turn the blades with your hand as you do to spread the lubricant around evenly.