Photo Index - Fairbanks, Morse & Co. - 3hp Repulsion/Induction

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Manufactured/Badged by:
Fairbanks, Morse & Co.
Beloit, WI, Chicago, IL

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Motor
Machine Size:	3hp
Submitted By:	Bill Nance

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	3hp Repulsion/Induction
Date of Manufacturer:	early 1900s?
Serial Number:
Last Updated	6/30/2014 2:05:55 PM

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This is a very early, very large Repulsion Start/Induction Run (R/I) motor. It is 3hp 110/220v, and weighs upwards of 150 pounds. It is believed to have come off a 32" Silver bandsaw that was taken out of service. As brought home, it was wired as 220v and started right up without any problem. The motor was wired through a fused knife switch, as seen in the first photo.

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Comments: Gatorade bottle shown for scale
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Comments: motor tag
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Comments: Fairbanks, Morse Logo on wiring cover
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Comments: End bell from non-pulley end
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Comments: inspection ports
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Comments: commutator and shorting necklace
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