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Who to ask to fix smoking compressor motor? - mikefm101 - 11-10-2015
Hi,
I have a Crafstman air compressor given to me as a gift a number of year ago. It is pretty small, weighs maybe 15 lbs, but for the infrequent use it is fine for me. I use the compressor just a few times each year for finish nails or staples.
Recently the motor began smoking when I turn it on and would like to see if it can be repaired before I replace it.
I am not exactly sure what kind of repair place to search for to do this, though. I don't think "small engine repair" is right as that is mostly lawnmowers.
What kind of company to call for this?
Thanks....Mike
Re: Who to ask to fix smoking compressor motor? - fredhargis - 11-10-2015
A motor shop (search electric motor repair). To be honest, I'd look for a replacement first to get an idea of the cost before having that one diagnosed. The minimum charge may equal what a replacement would cost, and once the magic smoke gets released it can get pretty expensive to have it put back in.
Re: Who to ask to fix smoking compressor motor? - TDKPE - 11-10-2015
What he said, right up there, next floor. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
A motor repair shop will probably say a) throw it away and buy a new compressor, followed by b) that'll be $60. Cash, check, or credit card.
Those little motors aren't designed to be serviced. There is an off-chance that it's easily fixed, but it's far off. Once they start smoking, it usually means the winding insulation is burning, and that requires rewinding. And I doubt they even have winding data for it. But even if they did, it would cost more than a new compressor.
You might get lucky if you crack open the housing and can find a number on the motor and find a replacement, but that's as far as I'd take it. If that far.
Re: Who to ask to fix smoking compressor motor? - BloomingtonMike - 11-10-2015
Id check the motor for a faceplate and frame. Check rpm and fla. Verify length and diameter of motor shaft. Get on ebay and replace it.
Re: Who to ask to fix smoking compressor motor? - Chris S - 11-10-2015
If you haven't already, give the entire compressor a thorough clean out with some compressed air. It could just be some debris caught between working surfaces inside the unit.