GE Current Type Motor Starting Relays are used for assisting in the starting function of single phase AC motors of resistance start, induction run; and capacitor start, induction run types. Generally, the size of the motor is limited to approximately 1/3 HP, 120 Volts AC and 3/4 HP, 240 Volts AC. The most common applications are household refrigerator and freezer compressors, automatic dishwasher motors, and automatic laundry motors.
