Easy ways to reduce fan noise

In the summer season, the cool air of the fan provides relief, but when the fan starts making loud noise then it becomes a problem. In many homes, ‘char-char’ or grinding sounds are heard from the fan, due to which people start thinking of calling an electrician or buying a new fan.

However, this problem is often small and can be easily solved at low expense. By knowing the exact reason and adopting some simple measures, you can reduce the noise of the fan.

drying out of bearings

The sound comes from the bearing being dry

A common reason for fan noise is drying out of the bearings or increased friction in the internal parts. When there is a lack of lubrication inside the fan, grinding sounds are produced.

In this situation the use of machine oil is effective. Machine oil available in the market for around Rs 20 can help in solving this problem.

oil pouring process

You can get relief from just 2-3 drops of oil

For safety, first turn off the main switch of the fan. Then remove the top cover of the fan to access the motor part. Add 2 to 3 drops of machine oil where the bearing is. This will reduce friction and the fan will run smoother than before. Many times this solution alone stops the sound of ‘char-char’ to a great extent.

Be careful about the amount of oil

You may have to add more oil, it may be heavy

While pouring machine oil into the fan, it is important to keep the quantity in mind. Adding more oil than required may cause it to drip down or damage the motor winding. Therefore, it is better to use oil in limited quantities only.

Take care of the fan design

Every fan has a different design

It is important to be careful while opening the fan. Not all fans are designed the same and the bearings may be difficult to access on some models. Opening the fan forcefully may damage it. According to experts, sprays like WD-40 provide temporary relief, but do not provide long-term lubrication. Machine oil is a better option in this case.

Other possible causes

Loose screws and vibration can also be the reason

If noise is heard even after adding oil, it could be due to loose screw, blade or worn bearing. Many times, due to loose screws of the fan, vibration increases, causing noise. In such a situation, the problem can be solved by checking the tightness of the screws and blades and tightening them.

solution to the problem

No need to spend big on small problem

It is not right to ignore the noise coming from the fan, but it is also not necessary to spend big every time. This problem can be easily solved by identifying the true cause and taking small measures at nominal cost.