You can make an electric fan last longer if you simply lubricate the motor on a regular basis.
Attic fan motor oil.
Yes 3 in 1 oil would be good to use.
To oil a ceiling fan use a non detergent electric motor oil which is safe to use with an electric motor.
How to lubricate electric fan motors.
They are in the very center where the fan shaft goes.
You should oil the motor bearings.
It is excellent for smaller electric fan motors because it helps to reduce friction when there is a moving surface.
Before you add the oil clean off the fan and oil hole using an all purpose cleaner.
This lubricant oil is produced by liberty oil products and it is a 100 synthetic oil compound.
Doing small maintenance on your appliances can extend the life of them by years.
An electric fan is no different.
An attic fan doesn t require annual maintenance.
To check if there s enough oil in the fan take a pipe cleaner and fold the end over 1 2 inch to.