Do Std Shopsmith motors (the Emerson's) Come with Capacitors

[dusty]

Armature, segments? We be referring to induction motors. Windings are very low resistance, and it only takes one short to make the motor unusable.

Maybe it would be helpful for you to detail the test procedures that you advocate for this task. Then we would all be wiser.

[JPG]

The reason I initially asked was because I do not know how one can effectively do so.

[dusty]

I believe field windings (in the Shopsmith motors) can be tested with just an ohmeter but the armature is another story. I believe special equipment is required. The start windings must be given special attention.

[JPG]

The issue with the windings is the extremely low dc resistances involved.