Overheating extractor fan
 

replying to Pete C, John S wrote:
On my third Manrose fan after two resistor burnouts. Where can I get a safe
higher wattage resistor? Will drilling some holes
in the circuit board box help to keep it cool?

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Overheating extractor fan
 

On Monday, 30 July 2018 13:14:06 UTC+1, John S wrote:
replying to Pete C, John S wrote:
On my third Manrose fan after two resistor burnouts. Where can I get a safe
higher wattage resistor?

rapidonline.com

Will drilling some holes
in the circuit board box help to keep it cool?

yes. But the holes may clog with dust in time, losing the benefit.


NT

Overheating extractor fan
 

The question is, what is there a resistor in it for in the first place?
Brian

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On Monday, 30 July 2018 13:14:06 UTC+1, John S wrote:
replying to Pete C, John S wrote:
On my third Manrose fan after two resistor burnouts. Where can I get a
safe
higher wattage resistor?

rapidonline.com

Will drilling some holes
in the circuit board box help to keep it cool?

yes. But the holes may clog with dust in time, losing the benefit.


NT