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| Faulty armature? | 7/2/2008 | Will |
Q: I have a Vitamix blender. I noticed a burning smell when operating and it wasn't operating as it ...
A: The why is one of several possible reasons, but it has to do with which way electrons flow and in ...
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| ge fan motor | 6/30/2008 | Will |
Q: I was wondering if you could tell me if I can replace this GE fan motor, 5kcp39f9048et, with the ...
A: Al Ge sold the small motor division some time back and has little information on just model ...
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| GE fractional HP - centrifugal switch problem | 6/29/2008 | Will |
Q: Motor is Model 7J401AS, Frame 31, Type KH Issue: motor will not leave "start" winding and ...
A: Allan, GE fractional frame motors were sold to Marathon which was sold to Baldor who was sold ...
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| Motor Vibration | 6/27/2008 | Will |
Q: When an electric motor (Fanuc) has a vibration specification of V5, what does this mean and what is ...
A: LLoyd, I don't answer much of industrial questions on here, it is what I do for a living as a ...
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| winding leads | 6/26/2008 | Will |
Q: I have a Dayton Mod: 1LPP5 electric motor for the pool. It has red, black, blue and yellow leads. ...
A: Hey Gil, I guess these manufacturers are not putting connection diagrams on anything anymore, the ...
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| How to wire single Phase 1HP motor? | 6/24/2008 | Will |
Q: I have a WEG 1HP, single phase, dual voltage(115/208-230volt), electric motor. I need to wire it to ...
A: Kevin it makes no difference, a motor is a bunch of coils wrapped around laminated iron, the motor ...
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| thermister circuit 230 volt motor | 6/22/2008 | Will |
Q: hello Will can you give me a brief discription of a thermister circuit and its operating voltage
A: This is a really involved subject. A true thermistor has nothing to do with the motor operational ...
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| Dayton Generator that does not produce electric | 6/19/2008 | Will |
Q: I own a Dayton Generator 4000 watt with a 8 hp Honda motor. The motor starts and runs well but I am ...
A: Run the generator for at least twenty minutes, make sure no breakers are tripped, if you can get to ...
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| dremel, electric rotary machine problems | 6/18/2008 | Will |
Q: This is NOT a new issue for me, however instead of buying a new machine again this time, #4 to be ...
A: Lot of information there and I understand the urgency, but you gave me quite the list, 1st what ...
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| dayton diesel standby generator | 6/17/2008 | Will |
Q: I'm trying to start a dayton diesel standby generator, however the circiut board is missing ! the ...
A: There is no information on that model, as with most dayton units, there is a book of manuals you can ...
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| Air Compressor Motor | 6/12/2008 | Will |
Q: I have a Craftsman air compressor with a single phase, 3HP motor. The other day I went to the garage ...
A: Well it is probably not good news, but a couple things, first is there a reset button on the motor ...
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| 115/230 motor | 6/11/2008 | Will |
Q: I installed a refurbished pump for a sprinkler system. I couldn't get it to prime and when it tried ...
A: Lee, it is like this, if you have a device needing 110 volts and you put 55 volts on it what do ...
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| 220 volts to 120 volts | 6/10/2008 | Will |
Q: i just got a new pool motor that doesn't have a switch to adjust for 220 volts which is what my ...
A: What is the motor rated on the nameplate? 120/220 or just a single voltage? Most motors don't have ...
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| looking for a fast dc motor for vehicle use | 6/8/2008 | Will |
Q: well im building a motorcycle with a hybrid system that is based off of old parts. already installed ...
A: Herbert, I am a huge supporter of those who do, or try to do, or get off their duff and do ...
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| Ground/Neutral Problem (3-Phase) | 6/2/2008 | Will |
Q: I am not sure if this is your area of expertise or more of someone in electrical but I thought I ...
A: Ground nuetral and hot are not three phase. Three phase is three hots, and either wye or delta, so ...
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| Dayton single phase 120/240 VAC motor | 6/1/2008 | Will |
Q: It has a rated 30 minute duty cycle. Does that mean 30 minutes run, 30 minutes off? Or 15 min. run ...
A: 30 minute duty is per type of motor: Motors are rated by the output power they can produce over a ...
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| Adjustable Bed Remote Control | 5/31/2008 | Will |
Q: My uncle has a remote for an adjustable bed that isn't working properly. It can move the foot of ...
A: Diana, I don't know Craftmatic, what do they say? Is it corded or totally remote? IR or RF? The ...
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| Ground/Neutral Problem (3-Phase) | 5/30/2008 | Will |
Q: I am not sure if this is your area of expertise or more of someone in electrical but I thought I ...
A: This device is connected to neutral, ground and hot, is it three phase, either the supply or device? ...
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| Wiring motor from 110V to 220V | 5/26/2008 | Will |
Q: I have a 2HP, single phase motor on a mill. It can be wired for either 110V or 220V. I would like ...
A: Harry, You should be in the motor business, I could not have described it any better. You are ...
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| horsepower | 5/25/2008 | Will |
Q: How do I determine what power of electric motor (newtons,HP,watts,foot pound)to open a driveway ...
A: Michael, tough question. But good question. Your gate swings I assume. A Gate Company will have ...
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| Unbalanced loads on 3-phase motors | 5/24/2008 | Will |
Q: My question, at least my initial one, relates to unbalanced amperage on my 3 phase motors. The ...
A: Eric, First of all I have to say I get a lot of good questions as volunteer on this site, and then I ...
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| KWH savings of a 3ph motor vs. 1ph motor | 5/23/2008 | Will |
Q: Given that 3-phase motors are more energy efficient than single-phase motors. Is there a way to ...
A: Yes, but all things must be equal, voltage applied to single or three must be exactly name plate, ...
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| Conversion of 3PH motor to 1PH | 5/21/2008 | Will |
Q: I have a table saw that has a 5HP motor 460v 3PH. I know that I can purchase a phase converer. Is it ...
A: Jose , nothing is impossible but going from three phase to single is seldom done, cost would be ...
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| Replacing start&run Capcitors on a elec motor | 5/20/2008 | Will |
Q: I have an emerson electric motor Model# MCo15502SJ but no run or start capacitors on it, I have the ...
A: Michael first, the twenty amp breaker might not take the inrush current and your wiring is fine 20 ...
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| 2 1/4 horse 220 to 110 conversion | 5/19/2008 | Will |
Q: I've got a Dewalt 2 1/4 single phase cap motor (Powershop 770 delux 10" radial arm saw)- it was ...
A: Garon, Nope, the connection on the box is all you need to convert voltage. send the connection to ...
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| wire a 220V electric motor | 5/18/2008 | Will |
Q: I want to wire up a new 1H.P motor to 220V. I am unsure of which lead goes to which wire. The ...
A: Chris, they just don't make things simple to understand anymore, they assume you know what P means, ...
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| Reversing 3 phase motor | 5/17/2008 | Will |
Q: I would like to have the capability of reversing on demand a 7.5 hp 220V 3 phase motor. Is there a ...
A: You will be fine no instant reversing, and the rest is fine too, I guess I am not sure what you mean ...
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| Reversing 3 phase motor | 5/16/2008 | Will |
Q: I would like to have the capability of reversing on demand a 7.5 hp 220V 3 phase motor. Is there a ...
A: Ken, A reversing capable motor starter would be best, you could consider a frequency drive, ...
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| 3 Phase motor | 5/15/2008 | Will |
Q: What does 3 phase motor means and how do you hook one up to a 480 volts. and also are they always ...
A: Paul, Wow I could send you four hundred pages on that, good question and you got a lot in few ...
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| Looking for a motor | 5/14/2008 | Will |
Q: Will, I have been searching the internet for a motor to provide a proof of concept I am trying to ...
A: Gil, This is one of the top ten questions I have ever dealt with, well written, well thought out, ...
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| new maxxum minkota 80 trolling motor | 5/13/2008 | Will |
Q: Just bought a new minkota 80 42" bow mount motor & the on off switch button on the pedal itself ...
A: Richard, I don't know the particular issues with all brands of trolling motors but understand your ...
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| Looking for a motor | 5/12/2008 | Will |
Q: Will, I have been searching the internet for a motor to provide a proof of concept I am trying to ...
A: Gil, a couple questions, one is there a need for low speed high torque, what is the application in ...
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| Replacing start&run Capcitors on a elec motor | 5/10/2008 | Will |
Q: I have an emerson electric motor Model# MCo15502SJ but no run or start capacitors on it, I have the ...
A: Michael, You have done well, in keeping track of the wires and where they go. You have T7 AND T8 on ...
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| 440V to 220V Three Phase | 5/9/2008 | Will |
Q: Will, I have an old lathe that has a 10HP 3 Phase motor. The brand on the motor is Sterling and it ...
A: Dean, You cannot change the voltage to 220 externally. The three red are one speed and the three ...
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| Dayton Generator | 3/12/2008 | Will |
Q: I recently got a hold of a 3000 watt Dayton generator built sometime in the 70's the model # is ...
A: I understand, I often wish I could simply type in a question and have all my issues solved for free ...
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| Carrier 38YCC 2 Ton HVAC Split System Heat Pump | 3/11/2008 | Will |
Q: I have a heat pump unit that is 6 years old. One month after the warranty expired the AC compressor ...
A: Amazing to me that a 6 year warranty is so damn accurate. Anyway no need to rant about that. The ...
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| converting 3 phase 415 to single phase 220 | 3/8/2008 | Will |
Q: I purchased a john bean t6000 tire changer and did not realize it came with a 3 ph 415 motor and it ...
A: Andy you can get a single to three phase drive depending on the HP needed, let me know what that is, ...
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| GE Motor Missing wiring diagram | 3/6/2008 | Will |
Q: I have a General Electric Model 5KC42JG247X electric motor. The wiring diagram is not legible. It ...
A: http://www.electricmotorwarehouse.com/motor_connection_diagrams.htm ...
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| GE Motor Missing wiring diagram | 3/5/2008 | Will |
Q: I have a General Electric Model 5KC42JG247X electric motor. The wiring diagram is not legible. It ...
A: Pretty good diagnosis, I agree, reverse should be two wires in the bundles 5 and 8 if 5 is one ...
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| Wiring diagram for GE motor | 3/2/2008 | Will |
Q: Where can I find a wiring diagram for a General Electric single phase 5HP motor? Model ...
A: Francis , You can search through the site below, or send me more information on what you have, ...
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