Hi, I am in the middle of getting a used US Tower ready to put up. It has the MDLP1000 unit with the Dayton 1HP motor. Without the belt on the output shaft of the motor (free), I am unable to get it
-- It sounds like there is a problem with the starting capacitor, centrifugal switch, or starting winding. I recommend removing the motor and taking it to an electric motor repair shop for diagnosis/
Scott, you have described a classic case of an open start winding circuit. The most common cause in this part of the country is mud wasps building a nest around the start circuit throwout switch, cau
Hi Gerald, Thanks, I've gotten many off list replies. Most said to try replacing the starting capacitor first. But I few had mention to check the start circuit throwout switch. I will say that I did
Check your local hardware store. Most carry a variety of motor starting caps. You may not find the same part number but what you are looking for is the proper voltage, something close to the capacity
Scoutt: In addition to what Gerald said, which is always good advice, another problem in Texas similar to the wasps are fire ants. My dad used to have a farm near Whiteboro TX almost to Oklahoma in N
Towertalkians / Gerald, I replaced the starting capacitor today and that didn't fix the issue. I guess its down to pulling this motor apart now. Is the start winding circuit exposed on the fan side o