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    Pump motor still hums/doesn't start WITH new capacitor, but runs/spins freely...

    It doesn't seem like the Pentair WF-26 has a "V" centrifugal switch like this that I can find, at least by scouring YouTube.
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    Pump motor still hums/doesn't start WITH new capacitor, but runs/spins freely...

    Here's a couple of quick photos. Pentair WhisperFlo WF-26 motor:
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    Pump motor still hums/doesn't start WITH new capacitor, but runs/spins freely...

    That makes sense. Unfortunately I can't find an exploded diagram of the motor anywhere. Is this something that can be done with the usual DIY hand tools, or is this a take-it-to-a-repair-shop job?
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    Pump motor still hums/doesn't start WITH new capacitor, but runs/spins freely...

    I have a Pentair WhisperFlo WF-26 pump. It's about 10 years old. I recently noticed that it wasn't running. Trying to activate it only resulted in a hum, and automatic shut-off after a few seconds. The impeller is clear, and the shaft spins easily. The motor WILL run just fine with a little...