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[Michael Whiteoak]

Hi I have got a second hand ccl when I start my lathe it starts slow. Sometimes I have to turn it with my hand to get it spinning fast. Then it's ok . Is there anything I can do to stop it doing this.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Michael

 

[CHJ]

I assume both motor and spindle run freely with no power applied, and belt is gripping well.

Is it easily stalled when running?

Sounds like the Start/Run Capacitor is on the way out.

 

[Lazurus]

Capacitor failing? Cheap fix if it is.

 

[Jasper42]

As above, I have replaced mine twice in around 3 years.

 

[Maca]

Almost certainly the capacitor. Happened to me, replaced it for about £10 or £15 can't remember. Shortly after that it went too so just replaced the motor. Happy days.

 

[Michael Whiteoak]

Thanks for your advice . Where will I get one .. I bought the lathe from a friend .And only just started turning .really enjoying it.

 

[CHJ]

Do a search on Google for Start and Run capacitors.
You need a run rated version, make sure the working voltage is at least as high as the current one, higher is better say 350-450 volt, , actual Mfd value not too critical ( 25-30 Mfd I suspect))

 

[Michael Whiteoak]

Thanks will do

 

[bourbon]

let us know how you get on. Be aware that the ones listed on E-bay usually come from China so long delivery times

 

[alexf]

I got one from Axminster one time. next day delivery