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    Jennyfl Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Nov 23, 2007, 10:33 PM
    Ceiling Fan Burned Out and Strong Odor
    My ceiling fan stopped working tonight and there is a very strong odor in my bedroom. I am concerned about fire safety or my family. Can this be dangerous. I turned the switches off and got everyone out of that room but am still worried. It isn't a burning fire smell and there is no smoke just a strong odor that is hard to explain. Please help I am worried!!
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    Nov 23, 2007, 11:52 PM
    Were their a lot of sparks when it blew out? If so, what you are smelling may be ozone. In small amounts it is harmless. It wouldn't hurt to air the house out a little, but I don't think there is any danger. Such questions are best posted in the public forum.
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    Nov 24, 2007, 12:11 AM
    I bet the capacitor melted. This happens all the time. Open the bottom of the fan and look for a small black box with wires coming out. These are cheap and easy to replace, nothing is wrong with the fan.

    Ceiling fan capactors - troubleshooting and resources - Ceiling Fans N More

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