US Motor (Nidec) EVSS3-NS Motor replacement

[run4fool]

I have a variable speed US Motor (Nidec) EVSS3-NS 3HP motor with a bad bearing. Is it possible to replace just the motor, without having to replace the entire motor+control attached to the top of the motor? If so, where can I order?

Thanks!

 

[Arizonarob]

Hi Run, welcome to TFP.

Hang tight, let me get you some help with that motor.
@JamesW @mas985

 

[JamesW]

Do you have a picture of the motor label?

 

[run4fool]

This work?

 

[JamesW]

I don't think that you will be able to find the motor separately. Even if you could, the price would probably be the same.

You can check with the manufacturer to see what they say.

Note that the motor is covered under a recall notice.

Nidec Motor Recalls Swimming Pool Motors Due to Electrical Shock Hazard

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swimming pool motors and contact Nidec Motor Corp. (NMC) to schedule a free repair by a qualified technician to install an external ground lead.

www.cpsc.gov

 

[run4fool]

Thank you..I suspected as much. I also just saw the recall info too!, although that will not replace it, they just want to come out and install a ground lead.

Before I look into ordering a replacement VS motor (looks like there is a new model), short of taking the motor off the pump, what is the best way to confirm the noise I'm hearing is coming from the motor and not the pump? (BTW, its leaking water between the pump and motor, which I assume is the shaft seal).

Thanks

 

[JamesW]

If the pump is leaking, you have to take it apart anyway. So, I would take it apart and run the motor separately to isolate the sound.

A leak will often corrode the bearing. So, that's consistent.

 

[Smthrsd]

Thank you..I suspected as much. I also just saw the recall info too!, although that will not replace it, they just want to come out and install a ground lead.

Before I look into ordering a replacement VS motor (looks like there is a new model), short of taking the motor off the pump, what is the best way to confirm the noise I'm hearing is coming from the motor and not the pump? (BTW, its leaking water between the pump and motor, which I assume is the shaft seal).

Thanks

I had this motor for 4 years. , sent 2 back over the recall. something was always wrong with it. Voltage errors, noises, > Finally had enough of US Motors and just junked and got an Intelliflo 3 HP VSP.

 

[JamesW]

Contact the manufacturer and say that you want a replacement motor due to the recall.