AC Motor Capacitors: Wiring, Diagrams & Troubleshooting

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The discussion revolves around troubleshooting an AC motor that was purchased with unconnected capacitors. The user provided links to the capacitors and the motor's wiring diagram but faced difficulties in getting the motor to power on, even when bypassing the capacitors. After several attempts, the user eventually managed to get the motor working through trial and error. The conversation highlights common challenges in wiring AC motors and the importance of understanding the connection of capacitors. Ultimately, the user found a solution despite initial setbacks.
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I picked up a good and cheap AC motor that came with its own capacitors <not wired in though>
The capacitors are these
http://www.weisd.com/store2/NTEMRC370V7R5.html
and this is the diagram on the motor
http://foxhole.kicks-ass.net/diagram.jpg"
Now I tried putting this together but with no luck at all
the motor doesn't seem tohave power at all even if i just straight hook it up without the caps.
am I doing something completely wrong here?
 
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alas sorry for this wasted post
but I just got it working through trial and error
 

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