Mid 1950's General Electric Quiet Fan

Yes, this fan has been seen here before. It's a G.E. Quiet Fan which is in very good condition, it may have been lightly used and then stored away for a while. If I had the box I could use spatsbear2's "Mint, in the box" phrase.

I plan to use this fan at my office since a good, quiet runner is a must there in the summer since our A/C sucks. I work in a cubicle type office (much like that seen in the movie "Office Space") and this fan will stand out with all the white plastic clip fans seen there (it'll work better too.)

I've liked the design of these fans ever since I was little. They've got a very jet age design, especially the air intake at the back of the motor.

At any rate, enjoy!

Category:

Science & Technology

Tags:

• G.E.
• oscillating
• quiet
• desk
• electric
• fan

[LNERMallard]

I just got one of these fans. Do you know how to get the plastic motor cowling and the cage off? Mine has pretty bad paint, and I'd like to repaint it. I'd also like to try to fix the bad spacers in it.

[dburrigh]

@LNERMallard - I've not done that with this fan. From what I understand there are two screws towards the rear of the motor casing (back by the motor), you'll need a long screwdriver to get to them.

You might consider joining the DT Vintage Fan Forum, we just discussed one of these little fans.

[dgmarkham]

Nice video and great fan. I have two or three of these. One has to be "helped" to get it going. I think the grease needs to be replaced as once it's warmed up it works fine. Can you recommend a type of grease for the gear box? Today I picked up a very nice four bladed 12 inch Vortalex---3 speed in excellent original condition. Just needs to be cleaned up. Is there a forum for fan collectors other than AFCA which requires a membership fee to join? Thank you.

[dburrigh]

@dgmarkham - For grease, I'd recommend a light duty general purpose type grease. I use LubriPlate General Purpose White Lithium Grease. I'd also recommend a little oil on each bearing, then put a dab of grease around it.

As to the forums, I'd recommend going to DT Vintage Fans. I'll send you the link since YouTube doesn't allow links here.

[crystalscan2002]

i use to have one of those :( util i was cleaning the motor and fucked up couple of wires :D

[dburrigh]

@crystalscan2002 - I haven't taken this one apart yet, it still runs well so I'm not going to risk breaking it. The other big pitfall on these is the "rubber grommet of doom" that holds the blade, if that gets ruined it's Game Over Man (said like Bill Paxton in "Aliens".)

[brad135642]

I have that same fan sitting by me in my computer room running right now, how cool! I love mine it is really quiet.

[vinylman86]

wow, that looks just like mines. thanx for da response! i might just cheat my way of lubing and cleaning mines.

[eh4891]

I have one of these in my collection,I have several GEs this style but one is identical to this,these really are great fans,for being a throw away it is very well made and well engineered too,it's silent and blows a steady stream of air,not too powerful but not under powered which is good for a one speeder,excellent fan

[SolarTrail]

I'm a fan of fans.......they don't make em like that any longer. Average life of a plastic fan is about 3 seasons.

[eskiewolf76]

Nice! That one looks to be a bit newer than my GE. As for taking it apart, I ain't gonna try it.

[crystalscan2002]

@dburrigh glue :D fixes the rubber thingy :D