Can I just try replacing the capacitor first, if the motor turns freely but hums on start-up?
458214
Yes you may; however, keep in mind these motors include a starter winding which may be defective.
458215
I did that to an older motor and it fixed it. I think I would try it first before spending the money on a motor.
458216
That might work, and its a Lot cheaper than a New motor but you may have bad windings. I can't think of a way to "push" start it to see if it's just the cap.Assuming it's out of warranty, I'd disassemble the motor and check for corrosion and inspect the cap. If the new cap works, I'd replace all the seals on the pump and the motor bearings. At least lube the bolts incase you ever need to replace the bearings- mine was too corroded to crack the motor thanks to leaking seals.
458217
For a few bucks it would be worth it to replace the capacitor, but I went ahead and replaced the motor cause it was less work and less risk of shock. Being that I don't have the proper equipment to discharge the capacitor.The new motor is working well and was worth a quarter of the price of a new pump. If the capacitor doesn't work. Your still coming out better then having to replace the pump. Cheers my friend. Hope things work out for you.
1256900
As previously stated, as long as the mounting points match, you should be good to go. I had to widen one of the mounting holes as this motor was slightly off, but that was it. When I bought mine, I also got a new start capacitor which I highly recommend. This one (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004019SWG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc;=1) worked perfectly.The wires controlling the rotational direction of the fan use quick connects so they are easy to swap if you need to change direction. I connected mine on the outside of the fan guard so I didn't have to disassemble my A/C unit to switch the direction. As previously stated, as long as the mounting points match, you should be good to go. I had to widen one of the mounting holes as this motor was slightly off, but that was it. When I bought mine, I also got a new start capacitor which I highly recommend. This one (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004019SWG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc;=1) worked perfectly.The wires controlling the rotational direction of the fan use quick connects so they are easy to swap if you need to change direction. I connected mine on the outside of the fan guard so I didn't have to... » Read More As previously stated, as long as the mounting points match, you should be good to go. I had to widen one of the mounting holes as this motor was slightly off, but that was it. When I bought mine, I also got a new start capacitor which I highly recommend. This one (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004019SWG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc;=1) worked perfectly.The wires controlling the rotational direction of the fan use quick connects so they are easy to swap if you need to change direction. I connected mine on the outside of the fan guard so I didn't have to disassemble my A/C unit to switch the direction. « Show Less
367523
I agree the wiring needs to be overkill but if all else fails, you might consider wiring in a fat starting capacitor.
357789
The short answer is yes, but some assumptions have to be made. Your compressor is probably in a 3 ton unit, which means that the motor will start and run with a 40MFD capacitor. And the capacitor mounting is a simple loop strap. There are ways of testing your old capacitor, which you might want to do if you are trouble shooting and are not sure if the capacitor is bad. On the other hand, if you replace the capacitor and symptoms do not change, you now have a spare.
2021797
No. Have not experienced the problem you have. Motor noise will either go away, or get worse with time. It would be your decision to replace if unsatisfied.
1414373
Honestly do not know for sure. If it has the same issue then I would say yes. If your problem ends up being a faulty capacitor then yes.
329114
If you bought this from us (electric motor warehouse) we should have sent you a capacitor with the motor. The two brown wires for to the new capacitor. The black & white wires go to the power leads. You would hook up the black wire to where the old black wire went. The white wire on the new motor would go to the "C" terminal on the old 3-prong capacitor (probably where the yellow wire went from old motor) this is the other power source.
1779028
If not a wiring issue, look into the compressor start capacitor. There usually is a separate one for the blower so that would start but not the compressor. Other than those no other easy fixes.
1392376
Yes, assuming your old capacitor is still good. From the new motor: White would go to the "C" common, Brown capacitor wire would go to "Fan", black would go to power contact just like old motor. Put tape on the brown with white stripe. Note: We always include the required two prong capacitor, just in case the old one is bad. Barry
1183320
This motor does not need a capacitor. I used it as purchased to run an in ground pool pump. Hope this helps.
558409
You're experiencing ground loop hum. Try using batteries only. If you still here loud hums, send it in for repair.
2163024
There are no guarantees. In my case mine was doing exactly this and replacing the capacitors did not fix it. I am glad I did replace them though as a step in the full repair.
198268
If you can't find the original 97F9873 in stock, which is a capacitor with the following ratings: 15uF / 3uF, 370VAC Case Style S Round P968, the 97F9833, with higher capacitance ratings of 30uF /5 uF @ 370AC with the same voltage ratings will probably work as a replacement AC motor start/run capacitor. Just be sure that the wire to the 15 uF terminal on the original capacitor is connected to the 30 uF terminal on the replacement capacitor and the wire to the 3 uF terminal on the original capacitor is connected to the 5 uF terminal on the replacement capacitor. Hopefully, the replacement capacitor is the same or smaller in size than the original. If you can't find the original 97F9873 in stock, which is a capacitor with the following ratings: 15uF / 3uF, 370VAC Case Style S Round P968, the 97F9833, with higher capacitance ratings of 30uF /5 uF @ 370AC with the same voltage ratings will probably work as a replacement AC motor start/run capacitor. Just be sure that the wire to the 15 uF terminal on the original capacitor is connected to the 30 uF terminal on the replacement capacitor and the wire to the 3 uF terminal on the original capacitor is connected to the 5 uF terminal on the replacement capacitor. Hopefully, the replacement... » Read More If you can't find the original 97F9873 in stock, which is a capacitor with the following ratings: 15uF / 3uF, 370VAC Case Style S Round P968, the 97F9833, with higher capacitance ratings of 30uF /5 uF @ 370AC with the same voltage ratings will probably work as a replacement AC motor start/run capacitor. Just be sure that the wire to the 15 uF terminal on the original capacitor is connected to the 30 uF terminal on the replacement capacitor and the wire to the 3 uF terminal on the original capacitor is connected to the 5 uF terminal on the replacement capacitor. Hopefully, the replacement capacitor is the same or smaller in size than the original. « Show Less
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At the present time I do not have a repair kit, check the power supply for bulding capactors, if so replace them that more than likley is your problem.
1068890
I had similair problem with my Samsung. I looked it up on YouTube.com and found that it was blown capacitors. Looked like and easy fix. Search Google and found that Amazon.com sold a capacitor repair kit. Also purchased a soildering iron and fixed it with ease! Under $30!! Good luck.
1708799
It's been a long time, but as I recall that was what I had. I checked the motor and it worked, so I replaced the board and that fixed it. Hope this helps.
838839
In my situation mine only had 3 also originally, what to do with that 4th brown/white striped wire that is supposed to go to the capacitor? Here is a link to a video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cZkzOOzCg8 that explains it very well. Hope this helps, I just bought this motor and installed and running great as we speak