Skip to main content

Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan

What you need

Video Overview

  1. Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan, Remove the plastic cover: step 1, image 1 of 2 Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan, Remove the plastic cover: step 1, image 2 of 2
    • First, remove the mounting screws of the plastic cover located along the brim, farthest from the centre.

  2. Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan, Removal of the Iron cage: step 2, image 1 of 2 Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan, Removal of the Iron cage: step 2, image 2 of 2
    • The iron cage is firmly secured by three screws.

    • Out of the six mounting screws located along the inner circle, three of them will be the mounting screws for the iron cage.

    • Remaining six screws will be the mounting screws for the fan blade.

  3. Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 3, image 1 of 3 Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 3, image 2 of 3 Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 3, image 3 of 3
    • Remove the wiring from the terminal block and the capacitor from the bracket.

    • Unscrew the 13mm mounting bolt to remove the supporting rod.

  4. Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 4, image 1 of 3 Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 4, image 2 of 3 Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 4, image 3 of 3
    • Remove the safety cord.

    • Use plier to loosen the holder.

    • The back plate can be removed once all the electric components are removed.

  5. Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 5, image 1 of 2 Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 5, image 2 of 2
    • Be sure to keep the O-ring safe.

    • Knock off the back plate by positioning it up-side down.

  6. Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 6, image 1 of 2 Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 6, image 2 of 2
    • Use three crawl puller, to remove the bearing.

    • Spray lubricant prior to extraction.

  7. Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 7, image 1 of 3 Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 7, image 2 of 3 Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 7, image 3 of 3
    • Use a two crawl puller to remove the bearing located 4mm away from the tip.

    • Alternatively, it can be knocked off using a chisel from behind through the hole.

    • A long chisel becomes handy !

  8. Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 8, image 1 of 3 Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 8, image 2 of 3 Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 8, image 3 of 3
    • Use three sockets to level the rotor core, while giving the bearing a final push.

  9. Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 9, image 1 of 2 Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 9, image 2 of 2
    • A 3" long PVC tube of 6/8 " inner diameter, is used to install the new bearing (6302z for this model of fan).

    • Rubber mallet is used to punch the PVC tube during installation.

  10. Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 10, image 1 of 3 Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 10, image 2 of 3 Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 10, image 3 of 3
    • Use a rubber mallet to install the other bearing onto the shaft. Rubber mallet or wooden mallet prevents damage to the bearing.

    • The same PVC tubing can be used to give the bearing a final push.

  11. Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 11, image 1 of 3 Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 11, image 2 of 3 Replacing the ball bearing in Squeaky Ceiling Fan: step 11, image 3 of 3
    • Apply mechanical grease around the inner wall of the iron cage.

    • Be sure to install the O-ring.

    • Installation of fan requires electrical knowledge. Certified personnel are required to install it back on the ceiling.

Conclusion

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

17 other people completed this guide.

SengChoy Liew

Member since: 03/12/12

927 Reputation

3 Guides authored

4 Comments

my ceiling fan would sometimes not start and making rumbling sounds (bearings) i did not want to replace or tear down so lifted plastic cover on top and liberally sprayed machine oil over exposed bearing & through slots underneath wd 40 this has cured problem perfectly just dry bearings would probably be better to use spray grease if you have --cheaper than new fan or bearings and only a few minutes work

daveorme - Reply

My fan was not working what probelm

Govardhan Yadagiri - Reply

Thanks! I took apart my fan, thank you to your precise instructions. Used lithium grease and right now, enjoying quiet fan in my bedroom

Chris murie - Reply

price of the ceiling fan bearing

tophan das - Reply

Add Comment

View Statistics:

Past 24 Hours: 116

Past 7 Days: 1,375

Past 30 Days: 1,552

All Time: 58,485