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    jmburke57 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Aug 18, 2009, 06:17 PM
    Ceiling fan has scraping sound at startup
    When I turn on my ceiling fan it often needs a push start after which there is a scraping sound until it picks up speed. Is there a way to stop the scraping and get the fan to move on its own?
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    Aug 19, 2009, 05:18 AM
    It might be the capacitor for the fan motor that is defective.
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    Sep 2, 2009, 10:35 PM

    OR a flywheel, or oil.

    What make is the fan?

    General ceiling fan troubleshooting and help FAQ- Ceiling Fans N More
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