Since you have VOM, you could check for continutity between the two
plug terminals. Switch to off, (should be infinite) and then the three
settings (near zero ohms). That would give you at least some more
information.

I've seen some table fans with small run capacitor, on the top of the
motor, in the back.

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"PE" wrote in message
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I have an oscillating table fan that recently stopped working. I'll
probably just buy an new one, but wondered if anyone here might have
any
useful suggestions. The fan's performance didn't degrade over time;
it was
working properly and then suddenly it just wouldn't turn on. I've
tested
the 4 way switch (Off-1-2-3) and it's working properly. And when the
control is switched to any of of the "on" settings, the motor doesn't
even
make a humming sound and rotation can't be started by giving the fan
blades
a shove, so I assume the problem is not with the motor starting
capacitor.
The shaft can be turned freely by hand and there don't seem to be any
broken
or disconnected wires. Are there any other "usual causes" of this
type
problem that should be investigated before I throw this thing away?
Thanks
for your replies!