Problems with sealey lathe

[Adventurecub]

Hi there, new here, have had a sealey lathe for about a few months and only used it a handful of times. All was fine until one day pushing the start button only makes a buzzing noise but no movement. Wondering if anyone has had a same experience or any ideas what the problem may be. Thanks in advance. Connor

 

[CHJ]

What is the model number of the lathe and what type of motor is fitted?

Does the lathe spin up if you spin the chuck/faceplate by hand when you press the start button?

 

[tidalcreations]

Hi...I have a sealey lathe and this is maybe a silly answer....but is the spindle lock pin engaged? I sometimes forget to release the pin and it makes a buzzing noise.

 

[NazNomad]

I suspect the starter capacitor (which CHJ might be implying too). Can you ''bump start'' the lathe when you turn it on?

 

[Adventurecub]

Hi guys this for all the replies. Appreciate it. Actually just got a hold of another lathe of my boss. It seems nice and sturdy. But would like to fix this one and hopefully sell it on. Here is a video clip f what I get. I will try and bump start it tonight and let you guys know. Cheers

https://m(dot)youtube(dot)com/watch?v=BcFAGIbOFkwsss

 

[NazNomad]

Hmm, that doesn't sound like a start-capacitor fail, sounds more like a NVR switch fault.

Working link ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BcFAGIbOFkw

 

[woodpig]

Yes, that NVR does sound a bit odd doesn't it. It did seem to latch though as the stop button appears to have worked?

Start capacitors often burst their cases when they go so a visual could confirm this.