Atlas Modifications On The Older Models

[markba633csi]

I would think you could just reduce the value of the start cap (but not too much) to give less starting current and therefore starting torque. Try around 15-20% less microfarad. Bet it works. Don't try it on a permanent split cap (capacitor run) motor though.
Mark S.

 

[wa5cab]

+/- 15 to 20% is the typical tolerance on electrolytics. 50% reduction might work. But you would have to cut the duty cycle about in half (number of starts per hour).

 

[timmeh]

Something to keep in mind on this subject. Think about the position you are in when doing that, i.e. motor running, reaching over to engage drive belt.... and something decides to go pearshaped? I always keep well out of the way of potential things sticking in my head/torso on start-up, until well tested and if a little dodgy(e.g.between centres) just say out the way always.