my westinghouse 3 speed fan will not oiperate on medium will this capacitor solve my problem?
1521103
If the capacitor on your fan looks like this one (2 wires on one side, 3 wires on the other side), it probably will fix your fan. When I first noticed my fan wasn't working correctly, one of the three speeds (I don't remember which) didn't work. Eventually another didn't work. Also, there was a very distinct odor. Replaced the original capacitor with this one & it's been working perfectly ever since.
1521104
I think it should work fine. It's a generic replacement and works great on my Hunter Douglas fan.
1645991
Not sure what the rating is but if you have a two speed whole house fan this will work. You might have to play around with getting the wiring right as mine had no diagram. Replaced old toggle/chain switch.
2110264
probably ! my fan had only 3 or 4 wires and i figured it out. I am not so mechanically inclined, but I was willing to try to fix my fan. It had only 1 speed ! this did the trick !
645722
Sorry to hear that. Contact the seller and send it back, especially if the fan doesn't come on. good luck
1928927
If you are desperate, it may be possible to do this yourself, at risk of the fan's lifespan if it is frequently turned on and off.The motor appears to be a single-phase AC motor with a capacitor start. My capacitor is 250V rated, so it *can* very easily blow with 220V AC. you need to replace that capacitor easily accessed in the control panel. You want to use a 400V AC motor-start capacitor. Other than that, in normal operation, I believe the speed will be covered by the 50Hz AC you probably get, so it will run just 50/60 83% slower on 50Hz which honestly would be great for noise reasons. You have to be willing to risk losing the fan if I am wrong :'(. If you are desperate, it may be possible to do this yourself, at risk of the fan's lifespan if it is frequently turned on and off.The motor appears to be a single-phase AC motor with a capacitor start. My capacitor is 250V rated, so it *can* very easily blow with 220V AC. you need to replace that capacitor easily accessed in the control panel. You want to use a 400V AC motor-start capacitor. Other than that, in normal operation, I believe the speed will be covered by the 50Hz AC you probably get, so it will run just 50/60 83% slower on 50Hz which honestly would be great... » Read More If you are desperate, it may be possible to do this yourself, at risk of the fan's lifespan if it is frequently turned on and off.The motor appears to be a single-phase AC motor with a capacitor start. My capacitor is 250V rated, so it *can* very easily blow with 220V AC. you need to replace that capacitor easily accessed in the control panel. You want to use a 400V AC motor-start capacitor. Other than that, in normal operation, I believe the speed will be covered by the 50Hz AC you probably get, so it will run just 50/60 83% slower on 50Hz which honestly would be great for noise reasons. You have to be willing to risk losing the fan if I am wrong :'(. « Show Less
498635
I'm sorry but I'm really not sure. It's been awhile since the fan was installed. Your best bet is to check with the manufacturer.
1782667
I had that problem intermittently too. I search forums and that along with the fan speed only working at high or low velocity were indicators of a bad resistor.
1067431
Yes, My ceiling fan would not turn off but my light would. now that I had the 4/4/2.5uf capacitor installed itnow my fan will turn off.
1686823
I have not had any problems with the fan oscillating. I would think it would be a good reason for replacement, maybe take it back where you got it. The only thing I think is it should have a medium setting.
1157612
no problem from getgo all 3 speeds w/ the one I got a couple yrs ago. If u r mechanically inclined check all connections. My speed control switch on low has been finicky a yr ago - no problem since. The medium & high positions really move air. Other choice is return f/ swap. Sorry to hear of this bummer & frustration.
1008915
Yes - if your fan is not working and everything else is - then it is probably the switch - which is a part that can easily break. I tired to fix the old switch but that is impossible. Just be sure to mark where each of the four wires go to make sure you get them back in the proper place - otherwise you will be guessing through trial and error. Good luck
2024780
I wired this switch to a variable speed fan. I do not know how it would work on a three speed fan. I personally would not try to make it work on a three speed fan.
2079035
i would try it and see if it works . i have used them before and seemed to work ok. does it fit the cpu like your other fan? if yes give it a try. and i would check your bios to see if the fan is working at or near the speed that`s normal. a lot of boards have bios that tell you the operating speed of the fan
1830302
If your fan has a pullcord with 3 fan speeds and off, then I believe it will work. If it looks like the illustration, then it is worth the try! Just make sure you turn the power off to the circuit, or be very careful!
638364
I returned it and got a on / off and leave fan on high. You do seldom adjust speed so did the same thing for all other fans in house and am totally satisfied with the solution.
243937
i have the same fan,,this is not normal,,i would send the fan back,,i have no noise in any speed or operation from this product,,i have been thinking about getting a second one,,,sorry to hear your having problems.
427357
I would ask the manufacturer because I couldn't get air flow to work on mine and had to send it back. Good Luck!