Hayward Power Flo Matrix pump/motor

[mpapworth]

I had to replace my Power Flo towards the end of last season. The broken one acts like it needs a starter capacitor.
1) Does it even have a starter cap?
2) Where can I get one? Hayward doesn't seem interested in helping me.
Going through the motor manufacturer was a dead end.
Thanks,
Joe Papworth

 

[mpapworth]

The image I uploaded is unreadable. The original is fine.
TFP must compress the files.

 

[ajw22]

The image I uploaded is unreadable. The original is fine.
TFP must compress the files.

I can read the data plate fine….

 

[mpapworth]

Thanks...
I don't get it.
The image attached to my post is unreadable but the one in your reply looks fine.

 

[ajw22]

Thanks...
I don't get it.
The image attached to my post is unreadable but the one in your reply looks fine.

Did you click on the image to expand it?

What device/OS are you using?

 

[mpapworth]

Did you click on the image to expand it?

What device/OS are you using?

Aha... That was it.
Thanks

 

[1poolman1]

I had to replace my Power Flo towards the end of last season. The broken one acts like it needs a starter capacitor.
1) Does it even have a starter cap?
2) Where can I get one? Hayward doesn't seem interested in helping me.
Going through the motor manufacturer was a dead end.
Thanks,
Joe Papworth

Open the wiring compartment. If it has a capacitor it would be there. If it doesn't, you may need a new motor.

 

[JamesW]

4 .T Y P E : The electrical design of the motor is shown by its type.

A.O. Smith uses “CX” to identify its switchless design.

Other codes include “CS” for c a p a c i t o r- s t a rt, “S P” for split-phase and “CP” for capacitor start / capacitor run.

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waterheatertimer.org

 

[JamesW]

Split-phase motors are a type of single-phase induction motor that use two stator windings, a main winding and a start winding, to create a rotating magnetic field for starting, without relying on a capacitor.

The stator (the stationary part of the motor) has two windings: a main winding and a start winding.

Unlike capacitor-start motors, split-phase motors don't use a capacitor to create the phase difference needed for starting.

A centrifugal switch is often used to disconnect the start winding once the motor reaches a certain speed (typically around 75% of full speed).

 

[JamesW]

What is a Split Phase Induction Motor? - its Applications - Circuit Globe

The Split Phase Motor is also known as a Resistance Start Motor. It has a single cage rotor and its stator has two windings known as main & starting winding

circuitglobe.com

 

[JamesW]

Maybe a bad start or main winding or maybe the centrifugal switch is open.

Do you have a multimeter?

Are you comfortable working on electrical equipment?

 

[JamesW]

Motor Hums, But Does NOT Start – Check For:

1. Centrifugal switch stuck in OPEN position.
2. Binding of motor shaft.

 

[JamesW]

Centrifugal switch contacts often get corroded and you can clean them.

 

[JamesW]

Most likely, you will need to remove the 4 long screws to get at the centrifugal switch.

Mark the position of the back end before removing.

 

[mpapworth]

This is great stuff guys.
I feel confident I can fix it.
Thank you!
Joe