Yesterday, I was turning in the garage, temp. about 90, and the lathe
suddenly slowed way down. My first thought was a brown-out, but
everything else ran to proper speed.
If I replace the motor, should I replace the capacitor as well?
Joe,
I think I'd replace just the capacitor. I don't believe it is a starting
capacitor, I believe it is actually a "Run" capacitor. Without it the
motor has very little power. And...replacing it is the least expensive
alternative. If that fails, then replace the motor.
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