I put this together & it barely blows air. Any thoughts?
1038268
I found I had to hammer the fan blade onto the shaft (hurr hurr...shaft) that comes out of the engine. I think it has some markings on it to indicate how it is meant to be rotated. Once I pounded it on there it seemed to work better. Another problem is you may have the fan blade on backwards e.g. the front is pointing backwards. If that is the case, the blades will likely not generate enough forward facing air.
1157609
assembly was simple..... my fan works perfectly .... this sounds elementary but check the circuit breaker for the outlet or be certain that the speed selection switch is engaged or turned on .... I am extremly satisfied with my fan
1157610
I would say, take apart and start over. I hardly use settings 2 and 3 because the thing I'd so strong. Sorry.
1157611
Mine blows air really well. Is it turning fast? If it is not, maybe not tight all the way? sorry!
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.
1157613
Hi sorry to hear about the issue. If you have tried everything with no luck, would suggest swapping it out for another. 1 of 3 I purchased we ended up returning. Now, we got ours at a local store so I didn't have to hassle with repackaging/shipping. My sister bought one and had issues as well. I commented on the table top version of this fan that unfortunately the manufacturer is not very consistent, or that QA is lacking. Despite the little issue i had, I am very very satisfied with my purchases. Good luck and I hope you get to enjoy your fan soon!
487676
Try sucking the air our before you close it that way it's a tight fit and if that dosent work try adding some foam around it.
1127644
I have those same dimensions, though, in a big wooden box. It's overkill definitely but works really well. I have no ventilation issues at all. I did need to put two HUGE intake ports in though, as there is A LOT of negative pressure. Since you're using a tent you should make sure you can add more intakes if needed. Don't burn your fan out. And make sure you can support the sides of your tent because they will suck in like crazy.
450645
I am thinking it is not powerful enough for the load being put on it. Mine does the same thing since I upgraded to a higher power supply in my computer. I am not impressed with it myself.
1414908
I've tried both ways and in my setup, it was better to put upside down to blow directly on the warmest component. The fans move a lot of air. Try it one way and then another and compare what feels cooler. Even better if you can measure the temperature.
1609324
Sounds like it's overheating, I had attached a fan to mine and it worked great.
572182
I have 9' ceilings under my carport. I bought this fan so I could sit underneath it without worries of gnats and skeeters. I installed it about 8" below the ceiling. I'm a lil disappointed that even on high setting it just plain doesn't move a lot of air. Forget using the low setting. I may end up moving it inside my garage and buying a bigger fan for underneath the carport.
574358
I wish I could help.. I had the same experience. I decided to return it for a refund and I purchased something similar but from a different maker-Conair. Sorry I couldn't help, Good luck
581739
To add to the other answers- the fan is not going to blow you away. It works well, but it's hardly noticeable.
426057
Mine worked as soon as I plugged it in. If you do not feel cool air coming up through the opening in the table, there may be a short in the fan system. This is just my guess.
852141
I think you better check the connection between the lower section and the upper. It may not be assembled correctly. Possibly its broken....
1821983
Not really. The airflow is pretty slow, just enough to cool a media cabinet and move a little air around. Go with something bigger and better.
371850
I actually used my compressor. I turned the pressure way down but you really have to be careful if you use a compressor. Just blow it up really slow whatever you use.
421031
I want to know the same thing. It sounds like it will work just fine from the description, although the lack of padding may make it less comfy than some. That monstrous fan is really nice.
2178845
Mine also lost air, I pumped it up once but when it lost air again I could not pump it up. I have just recieved a new one directly from the Gypsy Quilter. I emailed them and they said I could send it back and they would send a new one, I will see how this works.
1780718
Sounds like you have the mister full of oil. It should only be filled 50% or less so you can add more air to it. It's like using a garden sprayer, the lesser the fluid and the more air you can add, the longer it will spray.
1975917
It usually takes me only a few breaths to blow it up. When you blow into it try slightly pinching at the base of the piece that sticks out. Doing this allows more air to flow in at once. Also do this when deflating.