How do you take this fan apart to clean it?
1251736
I dont take mine apart. Rather, I use a duster to dust the inside of the fan.
1209785
I think the air pump at a gas station would also work. This time I am going to spray it with vegetable non stick and see if the dust comes off easier. On my larger fan I left the screws out and put the fan back together with bread twistys. That makes taking it apart quicker.
2263395
Sorry, unable to advise on fan removal. You may want to try Ask.com web site for info, or Ryobi for tech help.
2034148
Yes. I had this same question and e-mailed the company. They said to remove the screws from the back and then pry the front and back apart with a screwdriver. Another person said his housecleaner said to just take the fan into the shower and hose it off from the front and that he has done this ever since. Just try not to get water on the motor, a little won't hurt but don't soak the motor. But that does not take care of the back of the blades. I have cats and the blades get really dirty with their hair and dander. Prying the font and back apart is a pain but it can be done and then you can reach the back of the blades too. I wish Lasko would eliminate this problem in their design because I think this is the best fan ever.
2182166
You should be able to remove the motor and fan portion of the unit without removing the metal boxthat is connected to the framing. As one of the other answers was to check the electrical to make sure that is not the problem. You will have to make sure you buy the exact model.
1888909
In most cases, vacuuming with a brush would be sufficient. But you could then use a damp rag on the grille and external parts. If you're really concerned about the fan blades being dirty, you can unscrew it and disassemble it. But that's pretty extreme, and you should be comfortable with reassembly.
1332376
Dry it off, then use a hairdryer to blow into the vents. Partial disassembly is advised.Ron in Texas
1359285
The fan looks like it may be 120mm, but the area where it fits may not be completely square. I added some photos of the view from inside the unit. I am not sure how the fan is removed, perhaps from the top?
1632855
You have to carefully, but with enough force pull the old one off. I had to support the motor with one hand while pulling very hard on the base of old fan. Because the old fan was somewhat brittle some blades did get broken. To install the new blade I found that it was a very tight fit. I used a drill bit (the same size as the shaft in the motor) to open "just the end" to get the end to start then used a lot of force to squeeze it on. I think if you had a clamp with enough clearance over the blades you could possibly install it easier. I'm not sure what fan model mine is or what model it will fit. Hope this helps, good luck. You have to carefully, but with enough force pull the old one off. I had to support the motor with one hand while pulling very hard on the base of old fan. Because the old fan was somewhat brittle some blades did get broken. To install the new blade I found that it was a very tight fit. I used a drill bit (the same size as the shaft in the motor) to open "just the end" to get the end to start then used a lot of force to squeeze it on. I think if you had a clamp with enough clearance over the blades you could possibly install it easier. I'm not sure what fan model mine is or what... » Read More You have to carefully, but with enough force pull the old one off. I had to support the motor with one hand while pulling very hard on the base of old fan. Because the old fan was somewhat brittle some blades did get broken. To install the new blade I found that it was a very tight fit. I used a drill bit (the same size as the shaft in the motor) to open "just the end" to get the end to start then used a lot of force to squeeze it on. I think if you had a clamp with enough clearance over the blades you could possibly install it easier. I'm not sure what fan model mine is or what model it will fit. Hope this helps, good luck. « Show Less
796506
Take it apart and clean with mineral sprits. Clean each part good, it is easy for it comes apart real good.
449290
Yes. I am not home at the moment but I believe there are two small screws on the front. Remove those, pop the front off an wash it. The blades also slide off for easy cleaning. The remainder, just vaccum to remove dust. I love this fan and will purchase another when this one gets too old.
589956
I have not taken it apart but just unplug it and clean it with a powerful hand-held vacuum. I think you can take it apart, but I have osteoarthritis and it would be difficult for me.
1503369
Sorry!I cannot access the fan blades for cleaning.I try to vacuum off the dust on the fan blades
339666
Just remove the only screw on the side the handle and pull apart. Hope this helps.
1209778
I tried to remove the grill of my small three-speed fan. There are two screws that can only be turned with a special screwdriver (9 or 10 dollars) I have cat hair stuck to the oiled parts of the motor. I will give the pressurized water method of cleaning a try. Trying to pluck it out with long craft tweezers hasn't worked for me.
1209783
I was actually wondering how to clean the fans inside as well. I can't figure out how to get the grills off. I can't even find the user manual online...not sure where box is. And I am not sure what the 800 # is to call.
589112
You can take the neck off then it will come apart. Dont forget to put the washer back on. The sell brushes to clean It with