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Realigning 12-Inch Bionaire Fan Metal Coil

Introduction

Annoyed by the fact that your fan won't stay in a desired, fixed position? This fast fix guide will help correct that problem in no time!

What you need

  1. Realigning 12-Inch Bionaire Fan Metal Coil, Realigning 12-Inch Bionaire Fan Metal Coil: step 1, image 1 of 2 Realigning 12-Inch Bionaire Fan Metal Coil, Realigning 12-Inch Bionaire Fan Metal Coil: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Unlock all of the tabs holding the fan cage together.

    • Carefully pull off the cage.

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    • Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, untighten the 1/4'' screw that is located underneath the fan blade.

    • Blade may be sharp so watch out!

    • Cautiously remove the blade from the hinge.

    • Put the screws in a cup so you don't lose them!

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    • Rotate the black cap counter-clockwise to disconnect it from the back fan cage.

    • Pull off the back cage from the engine holder.

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  5. Realigning 12-Inch Bionaire Fan Metal Coil: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Working with the Phillips #2 screwdriver, loosen the 1/4'' center hinge screw from the metal base.

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    • Using the Phillips #2 screwdriver, separate the wire holder from the back of black cover by removing the two 1/8'' screws.

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    • Pull of the black knob by rotating the knob counter-clockwise.

    • Pull down the black cover all the way.

    • The coil may pop out after removing the cover.

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    • Take out the gold metal spring.

    • Realign the metal coil into designated space.

    • Push the coil in with some force so it rests perfectly in the space.

    • To make placing the coil back in more easier, use the screwdriver!

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    • Align the end of the metal coil into the same hole the black wire comes out of in the black cover from step 6.

    • This can be a frustrating step. Be patient!

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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I have a fan It hum I have to spin the blade for it to start spin

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