Motor Resistance Question?

[jameslcarey]

I'm sorry, but I can't find how to ask a question. Can a ceiling fan motor be made to run with a small (2-5 lb) resistance (load)? The one I have (Fanimation Islander) will , with help from a push of the hand, get going with a 1lb load, but will come to a halt with much more. I understand it was designed this way for safety, but I'm trying to use it in a different application. Can I modify the motor to run at an acceptable RPM but with a 2-5 lb load? Thanks

[Cole S.]

I created a new thread for you. I wasn't sure what you'd want it to be called but I did my best, you should at least get traffic here. I don't know anything about this, I use ceiling fan motors as ceiling fans, but someone might know...

[Deleted]

I dont think so, not without some sort of gear reduction.