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    Barbwire1951 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    May 11, 2015, 10:47 AM
    How to re purpose an exterior hvac fan to make regular fan?
    I want to re use repurpose an exterior hvac fan. There are three wire from the fan motor. One gray, black and blue. How can I wire this fan to a regular cord to plug into a receptacle? I understand the need to have a cage etc around the blades...
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    May 11, 2015, 02:00 PM
    What is the voltage?
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    May 11, 2015, 04:19 PM
    There must be a tag or engraving somewhere on the motor, what is it?
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    May 12, 2015, 11:19 AM
    It's very possible that your fan either is not 120 volts or needs a capacitor to operate, or both. Without the mfg. information it will be impossible to direct you to the next step.
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