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    Nov 25, 2007, 08:28 PM
    Ceiling fans and faulty capacitors
    I have replaced three 2.5 MuF capacitors in my ceiling fan.

    Each time the capacitor is replaced the fan works perfectly for about 2 weeks. After 2 weeks the fan speed slows down until a new capacitor is installed.

    I would like to know the reason why the capacitor fails every time. Could it be a faulty batch of capacitors or a spike which kills the 450V capacitor? This happens only with one particular fan in the house.
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    Nov 26, 2007, 10:52 AM
    What make/model is the fan? What sort of control (wall, etc) does it use? Is it a remote fan?
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    Nov 26, 2007, 06:57 PM
    Thank you for your response.

    The ceiling fan is made in India and I have installed a wall control (compact type). Its NOT a remote controlled fan.
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    Nov 27, 2007, 07:58 PM
    How many speeds does the wall control have? It may be at fault.
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    Nov 28, 2007, 07:33 AM
    The wall control unit has 4 speed settings.

    I have replaced the capacitor once more and the fan is working normally. If it fails again, then I will purchase a new ceiling fan and regulator.

    I would like to know however what caused this problem.

    Thank you very much for your response and patience
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    Nov 28, 2007, 09:26 PM
    Where do you live?
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