Questions tagged [electric-motor]
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Motorizing a manual crank-type casement window
I've got a couple of crank-open casement windows that are rather annoying to get to. I would like to motorize them. I searched for existing solutions and found them all to be ludicrously expensive. ...
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Unthreaded holes for AC fan motor mounting screws?
My AC is not working. It is a Trane AC (Model 2TTB0030A1000AA). In the process of diagnosis I tried replacing the capacitor, and that did not help. I tested the fan blades and they no longer spin ...
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How to automate a window to open & closed by remote commands
I'm a software developer. I would like to be able to open and close my window automatically when there is a noise outside. So first I need a Wifi Microphone, that will stream the audio to my PC. Then ...
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Can't find the release for this wiring harness connector
I am unable to unlock any "tabs". The video text just says use a slot screwdriver to release the locking tabs. Any help is appreciated.
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KDW60X16 Dishwasher - Not Pumping Water (Wash Pump)
I have the KDW60X16 dishwasher, and two days ago it started making a whirring noise.
It will fill and drain fine - But will not spray/move water at all. The motor makes a 'humming/buzzing' noise when ...
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Wiring new range hood exhaust fan motor
Now, my current range hood exhaust fan motor has 3 wires coming from the harness, a red wire, a white wire and a black wire. The NEW motor only has 2 black wires coming off of it- how do I hook it up?
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What gauge wire for 1HP pool pump?
Have a 1hp 11 amp above ground pool pump that is going to be about 50 feet away from the breaker. Will 12 gauge wire be enough to run it?
Photo of the pump can be seen at link below
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Is adding a Time Delay/Dual Element Fuse a good idea for pump motor install
I have 240v circuit with 12awg wire that will service a 3/4hp motor (about 5amps max at 240v). That circuit is protected by a standard 20amp breaker.
I was wondering if it is a good idea/warranted ...
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Electric Motor: Spark and Repair Issues
I'm trying to repair a shaded pole induction motor from a home appliance. However, each time I connect the motor to the power outlet there is a spark in the same place (I've already tried 2x):
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Water Distiller: Reassembly Issues
Recently the electric motor of my water distiller just stopped working (as discussed in other pages).
After some struggle, I've finally found a new electric motor and was able to make the appliance ...
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Electric Fan not Working
I have a water distiller which the electric fan suddenly just stopped working (thankfully I was near by to shutdown everything, otherwise ...). Prior to the failure everything was working fine, there ...
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DIY wind turbine? [closed]
I have just acquired a small treadmill dc motor and I have an old car battery.
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I'm looking to set up a small wind turbine or hydro turbine to charge the battery, but I'm getting stuck on the ...
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Why is my Panasonic Whisper series bath fan starting up so slowly?
I recently had a Panasonic Whisper Series bath fan installed in my bathroom by a plumbing/HVAC company and wired up by a separate electrician. The fan starts up extremely slowly: it sounds like ...
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Is DC Pedestal fan motor whine normal at low speed?
I have a brand new DC motor pedestal fan with 12 speeds. At the very low speeds the motor makes a whiny bearing type noise. Is this normal for low voltage DC fans?
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Is it reasonable to convert a general purpose motor and pump for a sump pump?
TLDR: I have a 120V 1/4 HP general purpose motor with pump head attached (with female threaded connections for input and output). Could I keep this pump/motor above ground and run PVC from the pump ...
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Removing the vibration from a loud motor
VIDEO showing my situation below... I have an electric heater in my garage and the fan motor is vibrating, resulting in a lot of noise. I noticed that if I press my finger against the back of the ...
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Draft Inducer replacement motor part number
The draft inducer motor in my Payne furnace started making a whining sound the other night, so I ordered a replacement from Ebay. My part number is HC21ZE121A, and the motor I got is missing the 'A' ...
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HVAC indoor fan stuck buzzing
My old Sanyo SAP-KRV123EHA had a noisy ball bearing in the indoor fan unit. Since Sanyo is no longer making these units I tried replacing the fan bearing with ceramic ones. After assembling the motor, ...
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Dishwasher drain pump and circuitry diagnostics
Dishwasher is not draining. Error code "d02" on display on start of cycle. No sound from the drain pump. Has lived and operated near Paris for some years, with hard water. "pompe de vidange" - French ...
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Getting rid of ozone and/or burning plastic smell left over from a dead box fan
Almost had a housefire a few weeks back. We left a Lasko box fan (that we use for white noise while sleeping) on during the day and when we went to go to bed there was a horrible burning smell coming ...
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5hp 230v single phase motor popping 30amp breaker
I have a 5hp 230 single phase Leeson motor on my bandsaw. I ran a 30' circuit from a 30amp breaker in the panel to a NEMA 14-30 plug using 10AWG wire. From there, I have a 10-foot 10AWG cord to the ...
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220v 30amp 4 Wire to 3 Wire Bandsaw
I just got a bandsaw with the 5hp motor that requires a 220v 30amp single phase connection. I have it up and running with a three wire dryer cable to my dryer receptacle. When researching requirements ...
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Loft elevator for human
Im thinking of implementing simple lift system to carry goods as well as a single person into the attic. 250Kg capacity electric hoist is good enough for this pupose but im concerned about safely ...
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My Porter-Cable Air Compressor is drawing too many amps
I recently was given a 6hp 25 gal Porter-Cable Air Compressor (CPF6025VP) that kicks out my 20 amp breaker at around 80psi and will not restart with even 20 psi in the tank.
I measured the amp draw ...
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Blower Motor Single “Stutter” when Condenser comes online
I recently moved into a new home. This home has two stories and each story has its own AC system. Both units were replaced about 2 years ago. Both units are 3 ton Carrier Units. Everything is ...
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Following this simple diagram what wire goes where?
These are the available wires:
This is the diagram on how to connect them to 110v
And that's the plug I want to use with that fan.
Now the diagram seems clear:
Brown takes 1 line
black, white, ...
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Power Drill emits a bright spark and stops. Can fix?
I have one of these and I recently lent it to someone. Now when I tried it after a while, it runs for a second or two (if I press the trigger all the way), and then emits a bright spark or two from ...
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Plugging compressor into 240v dryer plug (NEMA 10-30R)
I've recently received a compressor that has a NEMA 6-50P plug on it. I would like to plug it into my current dryer receptacle which is a NEMA 10-30R.
Voltage and amperage-wise, I think everything ...
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Is my control board bad?
I have a Goodman evaporator/gas heating unit that runs the central fan motor constantly after it is powered up a couple of seconds. This happens regardless of what wires are hooked to the control ...
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What's wrong with my replacement fan motor?
I have one of those integrated bathroom 3-in-1 ceiling units (light, heat and exhaust fan).
Recently the fan spontaneously stopped working. I took the unit down to inspect the fan motor and took it ...
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How do I add an on off switch to the power cord of a 2 wire AC motor
complete novice here so please take that into account when responding.
I want to add an on & off switch to the power cord of an AC motor so that I don't have to unplug it from the wall outlet ...
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Condenser dual capacitors - run or start?
I understand the purpose of a run capacitor. And I understand the purpose of a start capacitor. I understand the concept of a dual capacitor.
With respect to HVAC condenser unit dual capacitors ...
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Identify Hot and Neutral Line on Vintage Clock
I am working on a vintage clock, and in order to make it safer, I would like to replace the cord with a more modern UL-approved cord.
First things first, I am trying to identify the hot and neutral ...
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Issue with Blower Motor Not Spinning Up
I have a Dayton Blower motor. Model 3K617K. It has a clutch that is supposed to engage when it spins up. However mine never gets up to speed. It turns, but slowly and constantly makes the loud humming/...
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Did I blow the motor of my table saw?
Cutting some cedar and overworking my Dewalt 10" portable table saw and it slowed down and then shut off. I let it cool for hours, cleaned it of dust and debris, tried another outlet and it has not ...
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Electric motor for opening gate? [closed]
Our gate looks like this. It opens to the outside.
So I'm looking for an electric motor that I can install to open it by remote. But I have no idea where they're sold.
This gate used to have a motor ...
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Ryobi snowblower stalls seconds after starting
So I've had a small Ryobi snowblower (40v, 20 in brushless model).
Been working fine for a few years now .. but just today I took it out, started it up .. and it immediately stalled. I hadn't yet ...
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Washing Machine Stator Wire Harness Melted
I have a Kenmore 40318900 front loader that started giving the LE error(motor stall). I bought it as a display model 5 years ago. Tub spins freely by hand, I started troubleshooting according to the ...
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Wiring a Replacement HVAC Blower Motor for an American Standard Heat Pump Air Handler
I undertook what I thought would be a straight forward task.... Needless to say I have run into an issue that I need some help with.
The replacement motor is a century 4ka35 motor with the ...
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Dryer keeps stopping - replace motor?
I inherited a Kenmore 80 Series gas dryer from the previous owners of my house. If I put it on a timed dry cycle for 80 minutes, it usually stops before the 80 minutes are up. Sometimes, when I press ...
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Ceiling fan replacement motor amperage difference, is it a problem? [closed]
I have a fan in my bathroom, but it appears to be dead. I took the fan apart, the "fan" is a motor piece which has a standard (US) two prong plug that you just plug into the fan outlet. The outlet ...
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Is sparking in the motor of my drill a concern? [closed]
There is a slight sparkling in my drill. What could be the reason? I received a product and checked for first time by plugging it into the socket. I wonder whether it is common or a serious problem.
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Comparing American 240VAC equipment to European 230VAC
This is more a question for curiosity, as I don't have a 240 volt appliance nor do I plan on visiting Europe.
As far as I have been able to tell, much of Europe uses the CEE 7 standard for household ...
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Do I need to replace motor stator if windings are broken?
Broken coil windings
Sorry, first time poster, long time reader. I think pic was uploaded. Do broken coppper windings on a stator motor necessarily mean it is a bad stator? This is from a motor ...
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Measuring Electric Motor Shank Dimensions?
I have an electric motor that has threads on the end of it. I'm interested in making a wood pulley to put on the end of it for use in a lathe. The only thing is that I'm not sure if I have the right ...
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Why is my dryer turning off mid-cycle and staying off for 30-60 minutes?
My dryer recently started turning off during its cycle (after 20-30ish minutes), including the (digital) control panel being completely unresponsive. After 30-60 minutes, it will work again normally ...
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How to change the speed of a table fan?
I have just bought a $15 table fan, AC, ie plugged into wall mains. The lowest speed setting is still too fast for my requirement, and hence also too noisy. I estimate it to be around 5 revolutions ...
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Connecting the motor to 12/2 wire and a 6 position dial in an evaporative swamp cooler
I'm connecting a new evaporation cooler to an existing 6 position wall dial using the existing wiring. The idiot owner who wired the original cooler put in 12/2 Romex, intead of 12/3 for the motor (...
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What is the purpose of these spare rings for an HVAC blower motor?
I recently replaced the blower motor and wheel for our HVAC unit. The motor came with four of these spare rings:
There is already an identical ring attached around what I would call the front shaft (...
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How can one make a connection where flexibility is necessary despite the connection being exposed to physical damage?
It seems that it is common practice in HVAC-land to use a LFNC whip to connect air conditioner condensing units to the house wiring. However, as statueuphemism rightly points out, it is eminently ...
