Don't miss the point of what #12 was saying. There's a reason why the thermal breaker opened, and since the thermal breaker is a safety feature, you don't want to bypass it. Think smoke, heat, fire, no longer living in your house.Thanks.
I thought it was a Fuse of some sort or a Cap.
I'll short by it, and see if the fan motor works.
If so, I'll find a replacement.
Maybe I better see what a new fan costs?