Motor hums but doesn't turn
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Motor hums but doesn't turn
When I turn the switch on the motor hums but does not turn. I am guessing maybe it is the starter capacitor (from another post)
If not what? and if if it is the capacitor how do I fix it?
Thanks!
Al
If not what? and if if it is the capacitor how do I fix it?
Thanks!
Al
Cheers,
Al
Al
Re: Motor hums but doesn't turn
Start capacitors rarely go bad. It is more likely the contacts of the start switch are dirty and not making contact. Try blowing the sawdust out of the motor and see if that fixes it.
John & Mary Burger
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Hooper, UT
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Re: Motor hums but doesn't turn
When you turn it on/off you should hear a distinct click. This is the start relay when it is energized.
Be aware that you can do serious damage to the motor if it hums too often or for too long.
Be aware that you can do serious damage to the motor if it hums too often or for too long.
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Re: Motor hums but doesn't turn
Thanks jsburger and dusty, I removed the motor and reversed the vacuum into it thoroughly and it did the job.
Much appreciated!
Much appreciated!
Cheers,
Al
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Re: Motor hums but doesn't turn
Mark V do not have a start relay, only a mechanical centrifugally operated switch.
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Re: Motor hums but doesn't turn
I spoke a bit soon.... I used it for a while and then it did it again. I am wondering if it would be advisable to put some sort of air filter around the vent holes on it to keep the dust out? Any thoughts?
Cheers,
Al
Al
Re: Motor hums but doesn't turn
No. The centrifugal switch contacts are probably dirty and need more cleaning than just blowing the dust out.
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Eagle's Lair Woodshop
Hooper, UT
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Hooper, UT
Re: Motor hums but doesn't turn
A lot of folks replace the capacitor and it wasnt the issue , https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYHuJuMPy_A , they ,,can,, go bad but testing them first is a good idea , it can save time putting the thing back together just to take it apart again .
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Re: Motor hums but doesn't turn
Thanks JPG and jsburger,
Is it difficult to disassemble it to clean the contacts? Is there a 'how to' on it?
If not do I simply replace the switch?
Thanks!
Is it difficult to disassemble it to clean the contacts? Is there a 'how to' on it?
If not do I simply replace the switch?
Thanks!
Cheers,
Al
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Re: Motor hums but doesn't turn
Assuming it is an emerson motor, the contacts are somewhat obscured. Replacement parts source is all but non-existant.
Bill Mayo (RIP) recommended soft blows with a soft face hammer to try to dislodge any crud. Tap at different locations and try to start.(not too often in too short a time span)
Bill Mayo (RIP) recommended soft blows with a soft face hammer to try to dislodge any crud. Tap at different locations and try to start.(not too often in too short a time span)
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