[ng19761976]

I have 4-blade ceiling fan. I realized that the motor speed is too high for a "low speed" function. It is too windy where my old father could not take it. To me, the fan's performance is good; but to the old man, it is too windy.

Can the ceiling fan still work nicely if I remove two of the fan blade to get a low air delivery? My planning is to remove 2 blades, and I think the balancing should be OK.
If the removal of fan blade is not recommended, is that any method to reduce the motor speed?

Please advise. Thank you.

[ceilingfanrepair]

Removing two blades, the fan will actually go faster.

Frequently asked ceiling fan questions - Ceiling Fans N More

What make/model is the fan? You can install a speed control, or you can install a capacitor. If you only wanted to slow the low speed you could wire a capacitor onto the pullchain. Once I know what fan you have I can give you more info.

Or, just run the fan in reverse.

[ballengerb1]

You can buy a multi-speed switch for the fan at most any home center. There are 3 speeds and also a slide switch available. Do not use this if you have a remote. Does your fan have pull chnains. I would not recommend removing any blades.