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Old 25th Jul 2009, 03:00
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helofixer
 
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(Totally off topic)
I love messing with my ceiling fans when they need some T&B work. I usually start by using a ruler touching the ceiling and passing the blade paths right next to it to find the blade that is flying higher or lower than the others on average (power off of course ). Most ceiling fan blades attach to their grips via 3 screws in a Y shape. If you have one flying lower than the rest, add a washer between the blade and its mount at the 2 screws closest to the tip. If its high, add one washer between the blade and its mount closest to the fan motor to lower its tip path. As always keep your blade leading edges clean and pay attention to dust build up on the tops of the blades. Ive seen balance weight method in some high end ceiling fan manuals, but I am a strong believer in getting them in track by adjusting tip path will fix most of your ceiling fan problems. Now if only RADS would come out with some script files for a 52 inch Hunter.
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