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Ground Check
CAUTION
Disconnect Power Source before checking.
a. Set ohmmeter to R x 1,000.
b. Attach one probe to ground screw and
touch other probe to all terminals on
terminal board, switch, capacitor and
protector – any ohmmeter reading indicates
ground.
If digital meter is used, the reading should
be at least one megohm.
c. If grounded, check all external leads for cuts,
breaks, frayed wires, etc. Replace damaged
leads and recheck for grounds and proper
lead routings.
not pinched between canopy and end bell.
If ground is in stator, replacement of motor
is recommended.
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Make sure replaced leads are
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