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    Oct 21, 2009, 10:59 AM
    Hampton Bay Fan Noise
    Have a few and some have started making a squeek-grind noise. Is there anything to oil or clean, or is it just old age?

    Tks vm
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    Nov 2, 2009, 10:40 PM

    Do they wobble at all?

    General ceiling fan troubleshooting and help FAQ- Ceiling Fans N More
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    Nov 3, 2009, 06:31 AM
    No wobble at all.
    Tks
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    Nov 3, 2009, 06:38 AM
    BTW. Thank you for the link
    General ceiling fan troubleshooting and help FAQ- Ceiling Fans N More
    Gave me a place to start.
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    Nov 3, 2009, 12:04 PM

    How old are the fans?

    Yes, start with the link, that's why I include them :)
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    Nov 7, 2009, 05:45 AM
    10 yrs, 4 yrs 3yrs
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    Nov 12, 2009, 10:10 PM

    Are they mounted in an environment exposed to any elements? The 3 and 4 year old fans shouldn't be having issues unless they are really cheap.

    Check to make sure all screws and such are tight.
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