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Default Treadmill motor wiring diagram, anyone???

Hi Bill,

Thanks for the reply.

The original motor was AC with a delay relay instead of start cap.
Therefore I cannot simply use a start cap as there is no centrifugal
switch in the motor. The AC motor runs fine, but I have to hand start it
to give it direction.

I'd also challenge the "cheap" statement as this thing has done 1000s of
hours work and had the switch-relay not fried I am sure it would do many
more 1000s as the motor runs smooth, cool and quiet.

The Treadmill motor that SC had gazillions of came with it's own
controller. I assumed people that were familiar with the treadmill motor
from SC would know what I am talking about. Sorry, I should have been
more specific.

The schematic in the drop box that I mentioned is for the GE controller.
I have both the GE controller and the GE DC treadmill motor. This motor
has a 5/8" shaft about 1-1/2" long and keyed 3/16" I think. It us rated
at 2hp, but given it's size and max current draw, I am guessing closer
to 3/4hp.

It is not a permanent magnet DC motor as it has windings.

Perhaps see my reply posts to William and Art as well.

Dave