Incorrect schematic on AC Motor Control Worksheet

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MTBE

Joined Apr 16, 2010
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In Worksheets for AC Motor Control Circuits, Question 19:

The temperature switch is shown incorrectly. It should be a normally open switch. The connection of the switch on the circle to the right should not exist. The line should be above the circle on the right.

This represents failsafe design. If the switch fails, you do not want the temperature element to stay heated.
 

Wendy

Joined Mar 24, 2008
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Just a quick comment about the worksheets. As far as I know no one around here can to it. The original author shows up now and again, so if he sees this thread (or someone sends him a PM) it might happen.
 
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