This module explains the following motors:
• Capacitor Start Induction Motors
• Capacitor Run Induction Motors
• Capacitor Start / Run Induction Motors
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ADM-2 Three Phase Motors
This module explains the following motors:
• Squirrel Cage Induction Motor
• Slip-ring Motor
At the end of this module Learners will be able
to:
• Name the main parts and functions
• Describe the basic operating procedures
• Perform basic electrical tests i.e.
- continuity and insulation tests of windings
- continuity and insulation tests between windings and earth
- checks made to brush gear
• Perform basic mechanical checks
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ADM-3 Overview of DC Motors & Generators
At the end of this module Learners will be
able to:
• Name the main parts and functions (armature, frame/stator,
brush gear)
• Describe the basic operating principles of the DC Motor
& DC Generator
• Explain motor classification (series-wound, shunt-wound,
compound motors)
• Perform basic electrical tests i.e.
- continuity tests including terminal (winding) identification
- insulation tests between series and shunt windings
- testing armature circuit (armature, inter-poles and brush gear)
• Perform basic mechanical checks
