Motors especially designed for low speed and high torque, or multispeed motors, shall have their running current determined from the ____.

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The running current of motors designed for low speed and high torque or multispeed motors should be determined from the nameplate rating. Nameplate rating is the manufacturer's specification for the motor's operating characteristics, including the running current. The starting speed, attached overload protection device, and NEC tables are not reliable sources for determining the running current of such motors.

Motors Especially Designed for Low Speed and High Torque, or Multispeed