"AndrewV" wrote in message
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I picked up a table saw(very large cast iron top) 5 hp single ph motor,
has a magnetic switch on it . It will run only when you hold in the
start button, shuts down as soon as you let go, tough to use that way...
I cleaned out the switch and box, checked for loose wires, found no arced
or burnt contacts , no difference. I have my trusty multi-meter and am
ready to troubleshoot as soon as one of the RCM electrical guru's rains
a bit of knowledge on me. What do I do next?

Duct tape the start button?

Just kidding. :P