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Need Help Wiring Old Compressor
I have an old Craftsman Twin Cylinder air compressor that has no
plug/cord wired in at the moment. I need to learn the correct wiring procedure in order to connect this 230V motor to my existing 50amp 250V plug in my garage. The house was built in the 60's and all the wiring is original. Therefore, I have provided pictures of each component in question, sorry you have to cut and paste. First here are pictures of the existing 50amp 250V Plug in my garage. http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/IMG_0335.jpg http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/IMG_0352.jpg Second are pictures of the compressor and its' motor face plate, wiring, and wiring diagram. http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/IMG_0336.jpg http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/IMG_0355.jpg http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/IMG_0349.jpg http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...ingDiagram.jpg Third is a picture of the wiring block on the compressor. http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/IMG_0337.jpg My intentions are to purchase a NEMA 10-50P and 10ft of 12-3 power Cord and simply wire the Red and Black wire to the two terminals on the wiring block. Leaving the white wire disconnected. Is this the proper thing to do or am I going to cause some sort of electrical hazard? The red and black are my two hot wires right? By the way where is a good place to look for the 10-50P, I have tried my local Home Depot and Lowes but they don't carry them. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thomas |
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