1922 GE AOU Fan Power cord Replacement

Use this guide to replace the power cord on a...

iFixit Library Fan Easy 15 minutes Guide 64228

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Guide overview

Before you begin

Use this guide to replace the power cord on a 1922 GE AOU fan.

Step 1

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Tip the fan to its side and remove the three size 8 screws using a 9/32 flat-head screwdriver.
The screws may be brittle from age, so be careful.
Take the bottom plate off the fan and set it aside.

Step 2

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Remove the three number 8 screws that hold the switch in place.

Step 3

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Remove the switch, carefully sliding the speed lever out of its slot.
Don't remove the switch too quickly or you can damage the head-wire.

Step 4

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Once the switch is free, unscrew the two knurled nuts holding the wires in place.

Step 5

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Turn the switch over and unscrew the nut securing the wire with the 5/16 crescent wrench.

Step 6

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Remove the switch and set it aside, then pull the wire through the grommet.