Full-voltage, single-speed
motor starters. Single-speed
squirrel-cage motors have starters that fall into two categories: full-voltage or across-the-line starters; and reduced-voltage starters. Full-voltage starters (manual and magnetic) apply full voltage directly to
motor terminals. Two other types, combination and reversing starters, consist of a starter, usually magnetic, with added functions. Reduced-voltage, single-speed
motor starters. Some machines or loads may require a gentle start...
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