Comments for Ceiling Fans

Comment on Antique Ceiling Fan by JABA D HOT

JABA D HOT — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 21:32:59 +0000

I just use WD-40.
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Comment on Antique Ceiling Fan by Dwight S

Dwight S — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 21:30:59 +0000

Try Norvey’s turbine oil in the zoom spout oiler. It’s paraffin based and contains no detergents.

You might also try researching the manufacturer of the fan and see what they used as a lubricant.
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http://www.amazon.com/Norvey-Inc-ZS75A-Zoom-Spout-Lubricating/dp/B000HACY3Y

Comment on Antique Ceiling Fan by wwwstat

wwwstat — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 21:28:59 +0000

a good grade 20 or 30 weight motor oil or most electrical places sell oil in small containers that is 20 weight and is called zoom spout oil..do not use 3in1 oil as this will dry up a lot faster than normal oil
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40 years repairing electric motors

Comment on Antique Ceiling Fan by abe

abe — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 21:26:59 +0000

w-d 40 would be a good start, or you may want to try 3 in 1 oil. this is often used to lubricate old sewing machines and gets great results. good luck with your fan.
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past esperience and 35 yrs in the construccion business

Comment on Antique Ceiling Fan by Sliteofhand

Sliteofhand — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 21:24:59 +0000

I would use lithium based grease like used on car door hinges.
Since it has metal parts that act like hinges they would have the constant wear and tear of hinges.
if ther is an oil hole( usually marked with the word oil) use 3-in-1 household oil; or light machine oil in there.
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Been renting for 50 years

Comment on Antique Ceiling Fan by brianwv64

brianwv64 — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 21:22:59 +0000

the ones I have dealt with used 30 weight motor oil as a lubricant
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