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  • Jun 2, 2011, 01:28 PM
    racer_ron
    My Hampton Bay Ellijay won't start without a push, why?
    Model 122-954. Purchased and installed 2 in family room. After a few months, one occasionally would not start without help. Tried setting to higher speeds, but sometimes it just wouldn't go. Now, it won't go at all unless I push the blade to start. The other works fine.
    Checked wiring connections and don't see any difference.
    What up?
    Ron
  • Jun 3, 2011, 06:14 AM
    donf

    If the fan needs to be pushed to get it started in either direction, more then likely the motor's capacitor is shot.

    I suggest you return it to the store for an exchange unit.
  • Jun 3, 2011, 07:21 AM
    racer_ron
    Don:
    I was afraid of that. Thanks VERY much for the information. Guess I know what I'll be doing this afternoon.
    Thanks again.
    Ron
  • Jun 3, 2011, 08:43 AM
    donf

    Ron,

    Enjoy!

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