[TheForge] testing a washing machine motor.

[Ron Childers]

Terry,

Isn't that a capacitor-start motor? Do you hear a hum? If so, test your
capacitor with an ohmmeter. If good, the meter pegs then goes back to zero.
You can also by-pass the timer; look @ the schematic and use an old power
cord w/two fem connectors. (Attach to motor BEFORE you plug it in).

Ron C


 hello;
>
> the maytag washer is acting up. i have narrowed the problem down to
> either the timer or the motor. i have a wiring schematic for the machine
> but it is not clear how the start windings are energized and
> de-energized. it is a single speed motor. any hints, suggestions,
> comments as to how to test the motor would be appreciated.
>
> -- 
> terry l. ridder ><>
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