Thanks, I'll investigate those.

Besides the cord, it is in excellent operational condition.

Thanks for your reply. I know the fan works; I've been using it for the past 6 years but I didn't know that the cord was in such poor condition. I don't think it's safe to use it in the state it's in unfortunately.

I did remove one screw that looks like it may attach the mount to the motor casing, but that hasn't helped yet. I think maybe a seam has been painted over.