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Nov 11, 2011, 09:18 PM
Hello: I put all new parts on my furnace in August when it should be done for Montana. A local shop
Supposedly put in new sleeve bushings and cleaned the motor. After two months of working fine, the motor
Began sticking and it is much colder. I have to do something quick since I have to go under the house twice daily to spin it loose.
A friend offered to give me a brand new motor he has. It is 48 frame, 1/2" X 5" shaft, 115 Volt, 1/4 HP, 1075 RPM, 3 speed, with highest amp rating at 4.2, and capacitor included.
My old is a no longer available to replace, Franklin Electric, 48 frame, 115 volt, 1/8 HP, 1050 RPM, single speed, with two wire connection and no capacitor.
I believe I can handle the difference in wiring and think the capacitor will work, but will the step up in
HP and amp rating difference cause any problems? It's a tough job on that furnace and it is getting cold here.
Any help is appreciated and asap please. Thanks!
Supposedly put in new sleeve bushings and cleaned the motor. After two months of working fine, the motor
Began sticking and it is much colder. I have to do something quick since I have to go under the house twice daily to spin it loose.
A friend offered to give me a brand new motor he has. It is 48 frame, 1/2" X 5" shaft, 115 Volt, 1/4 HP, 1075 RPM, 3 speed, with highest amp rating at 4.2, and capacitor included.
My old is a no longer available to replace, Franklin Electric, 48 frame, 115 volt, 1/8 HP, 1050 RPM, single speed, with two wire connection and no capacitor.
I believe I can handle the difference in wiring and think the capacitor will work, but will the step up in
HP and amp rating difference cause any problems? It's a tough job on that furnace and it is getting cold here.
Any help is appreciated and asap please. Thanks!