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*****Rare General Electric GE Coin Operated Electric Fan*****
******With an even more rare Original Coin Reservoir Door******
Up for sale is this rare and beautiful General Electric Coin Operated Hotel Fan. Along with this fan I have the original Coin Reservoir Door, which is nearly impossible to find. Along with the original door, I have a spare remanufactured Coin Reservoir Door with a key.
This fabulous fan is loaded with features that makes it stand out wherever it is placed. This fan runs with absolutely no vibrations. When a nickel is inserted it runs for an hour then shuts off, 2 two hours, 3 three hours. It has four nicely patina\'d brass blades, a steel cage, and steel cage supports. Its imposing stature and great design will make it the centerpiece of any collection.The fan is 18 inches tall by 12 inches wide and 9 inches deep.This fan is quadruple signed, with the iconic G.E. symbol on the front of the cage, the brass nameplate on the side of the fan, in the brass on the back of the fan motor, and finally under the switch.
Side plate reads: \"Prepayment Fan Motor, Spec 272036-1: Volts: 110; A.C. Cyc 60; Pat\'d Feb 7, 05; Dec 5, 05.\" General Electric Co, USA. To Operate Fan: 1. Turn knob to right. 2. Deposit nickel in slot. 3. Turn knob to left as far as it will go. 4. Be sure electricity is turned on. Fan operates one hour for each nickel deposited. Deposit nickels at any time until slot closes according to length of service desired. Property of Electric Fan Motors Co Memphis, Tenn, U.S.A. Number C8052-14.\" This same number (C8052-14) is stamped on the carrying handle.
The base, motor housing, and gear housing are constructed of rugged cast iron. Fan is a single speed motor.
Condition: This fan is 100% original, except for the power cord which has been replaced with a cloth covered cord, and runs excellent!! Coin op mechanism works well, with no issues. Cage, body, and signage are in exceptional condition. Original black paint. Blades have no dents, dings, or bends.The fan will ship in two boxes. One containing the cage and blades. One containing the fan base and motor.We do not ship internationally. Continental US ONLY.