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    rfb7908 Posts: 3, Reputation: 1
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    Aug 29, 2007, 07:31 AM
    Attic vent fan motor
    I need to replace the motor in my attic vent fan. The only specs given on the old motor are 120V, 60 Hz, 2.6 amp. The only motor I found at Home Depot is a 120V, 60Hz, 1.9 amp with an external capacitor. Is this a suitable replacement? What are the critical specs when replacing an electric motor?
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    Aug 29, 2007, 07:59 AM
    The motor at HD is probably not going to do it for you. The original motor was more powerful and the manufacturer installed a blade to match. I would suggest going on the Internet and researching additional motor options available. Emerson has a large line of fan motors. This might help your search Furnace Fan and Blower motor repair and replacement.

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