Covers the purpose of magnetic motor starters and their operation in general terms. Topics covered include; types of armature assemblies, magnetic air gap function, purpose of shade pole magnets, inrush current and sealed current, voltage considerations, overload relay operation, coil circuit characteristics, combination starter function, across-the-line or full voltage starter operation and low voltage or no voltage release and protection.

Prerequisites - Knowledge of basic electrical diagrams (Course Number 127) and electrical equipment terms. It is mandatory the trainee be knowledgeable in; the lock and tag procedures as practiced at your facility; electrical safety and grounding procedures the apply at your facility; and the proper selection and use of protective equipment as required for you facility.

Course Number 201-05.1A and Administrative Guide  is available for this course and is price at $16.00 per copy.

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Related Instruction:

Course Number 127  - Reading Electrical Schematic Diagrams

Course Number 201-01.1 - Basic Electrical Troubleshooting 

Course Number 203-03 - Motor Control Centers