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Introduction

This guide demonstrates how to disassemble, clean, and lubricate your pedestal fan.

Unplug your fan before beginning.

What you need

Step 1

              Lasko 18" Oscillating Pedestal Fan S18902 Cleaning and Maintenance               
  • Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the single screw on the back of the motor cover.
  • Align the “oscillation” and “speed” knobs with their cutouts so they can slide out the housing.
  • Remove the motor cover.

Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the single screw on the back of the motor cover.

Align the “oscillation” and “speed” knobs with their cutouts so they can slide out the housing.

Remove the motor cover.

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Step 2

  • Remove all of the dirt and dust with a cloth and/or a soft-bristled brush.

Remove all of the dirt and dust with a cloth and/or a soft-bristled brush.

Step 3

  • Clean all of the motor vents.
  • Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the two screws securing the front of the motor housing.
  • Remove the front of the motor housing.

Clean all of the motor vents.

Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the two screws securing the front of the motor housing.

Remove the front of the motor housing.

Step 4

  • Inspect the motor for any loose or frayed wires.
  • If any wires are frayed, wrap the damaged section(s) with electrical tape.

Inspect the motor for any loose or frayed wires.

If any wires are frayed, wrap the damaged section(s) with electrical tape.

Step 5

  • Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the two sides of the motor.
  • Separate the front of the motor slightly to create a 3-4 mm gap; do not fully remove the front section.
  • Place 2-3 drops of light machine oil into the base of the shaft, then spin the shaft to distribute the lubricant.

Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the two sides of the motor.

Separate the front of the motor slightly to create a 3-4 mm gap; do not fully remove the front section.

Place 2-3 drops of light machine oil into the base of the shaft, then spin the shaft to distribute the lubricant.

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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