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Jeffrey Angus[_2_] Jeffrey Angus[_2_] is offline
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Default Re-winding solenoids.

On 10/16/2011 8:05 PM, Jamie wrote:
Why don't you use a simple step up transformer for the coil?
you won't need a large one.


Um, however briefly, the transformer needs to supply
5.2 amps at 480 volts to successfully energize the coil.

That's 2500 VA Even a 500 VA control transformer that I have
sags too much to properly actuate the transfer switch.

Jeff-1.0

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