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Fan won't blow air
When I plug in and turn it on the fan, the motor does seem to turn or operate correctly.
The Motor's Burnt Out
The motor could have been over worked from extensive operation.
Water Damage
It is possible water has damaged the motherboard causing the motor not to turn.
Physical Damage
If the device was dropped, the fan could have dislodged from its position causing it not to work.
Motor Is Jammed
Build up of dust particles could cause the fan to slow down or even stop.
Power Button is Difficult to Press
I want to hit the button to turn it on, but when I press it the device still wont turn on
Debris Build Up
Over time, dust particles can build up causing the button be difficult to press.
Short life span
The button is firm and not user friendly. It's known to wear out and become defective.
Damaged Fan Blades
My fan fell from the shelf and not the fan blades are broken.
Unbalanced Fan Blades
If the fan blades are unbalanced it could cause damage to the motor and cause other issues.
Unit Won't Power On
I'm plugging my fan in and it still won't power on.
Burnt Out Fuse
A power surge could have possibly burnt out the fuse.
Frayed/Exposed Wire
Foot traffic or other object that rub across the wire can cause damaged to the cord.
Bad Wire in Plug
The plug could have a faulty or damaged wire that prevents it from providing power to the fan.
Circuit Board
My fan is plugged in and power button is lit, but the fan isn't blowing.
Moisture Damage
The humidity or small water damage could cause the board to be dysfunctional.
Physical Damage
If dropped, the impact could cause pieces on the board to come lose.
Factory Defect
The company mistakenly put a faulty Circuit board in the fan.
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USF Tampa, Team S1-G1, Nance Fall 2017 Member of USF Tampa, Team S1-G1, Nance Fall 2017
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10 Comments
the motor hums but the blades don’t turn.When this first started happening I was able to give the blades a push with a comb or screwdriver, etc. and it would go, but that doesn’t work anymore.
Clark Eddy - Reply Share
Same here…. No internet help. Guess its burned out
Bruce Oatway - Reply Share
Keeps coming on for about15minutes than turns off
again
Kerry Crawford - Reply Share
Same here. POWERS COMPLETELY OFF AFTER RUNNING SHORT PERIOD. I have two of UH-100. OTHER UNIT DOES NOT HAVE THIS PROBLEM. ROOM HUMIDITY BELOW UNIT SETTING.
Grady Wade - Reply Share
I have a 3 speed fan. The lowest speed works intermittently but the 2 higher speeds never work.
Keith Koenigsdorf - Reply Share