Not sure why it stopped working. It was running then all of a sudden just stopped working.  It did not make any noises or smoke or anything it just stopped. If you are good with fixing this type of item then its a perfect  buy for you! I payed over 100 dollars for it brand new.  It is in cosmetically awesome condition. It doesnt have any dents or dings or bad scratches.  The Vornado VFAN™ Petite Alchemy Vintage Fan is a small, round electric fan with a vintage design in Gunmetal gray color. It features adjustable tilt/head and quiet operation, making it suitable for indoor use in rooms like the bedroom or home office/study. With 3 speeds and 5 blades, this fan provides a powerful airflow volume of 108 CFM while operating at 34W of power. The fan is made of aluminum and metal materials, has a 6ft cord length, and comes with a dial switch control style for easy adjustment.