Re: Slow projector fans - Lubrication?

[P3D Michael Kersenbrock <michaelk@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

> Just a thought: Is the projector the only item plugged in to that circuit?
> Is this the same projector that you tested the 750 w bulbs in and couldn't
> detect a significant increase in output?  Also the one with the 20-foot
> vacuum cleaner cord?  The problem *might* be too much draw for the size of
> the supply line.  1000 (or 1500) watts of lamps, plus whatever draw from an
> old motor, plus a 20 foot cord....  If I'm not mistaken, this could
> exacerbate an existing motor problem.
> 
> Or am I just advertising my ignorance to the list again? 

Sounds like a good test would be to try it with the lamps "pulled".  If
it works that way, then install a 3-way switch (like Compco's come with)
in the TDC -- if trying to fix the motor itself doesn't prove fruitful.

Or use a heavier gauge cord and/or smaller lamps.  :-)

Mike K.


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