Fasco A196 1-Speed 1/25 HP 3200 RPM Trane Blower Motor (115V)
A replacement draft inducer/blower motor used in HVAC equipment to restore proper induced-draft airflow when the specified motor (A196) is required.
Key Features:
- 115V, 1-speed motor rated 1/25 HP at 3200 RPM
- Clockwise (CW) rotation
- Rated 1.35 amps, 60 Hz, single-phase
- Motor type: Shaded pole with sleeve bearings
- Thermally protected overload; Insulation class B
- Enclosure type: Open
- Approvals listed: CSA and UL
- Cross-referenced in the listing to Trane numbers: 7021-11544S, 7021-11544, 7021-9065
Compatibility & Applications:
- Listed as an OEM-related replacement motor for Trane applications (per the cross-references above).
- Must only be used where the manufacturer specifies this exact part number: Fasco A196 (and/or where the unit's parts list calls for the listed Trane cross-reference numbers).
Installation & Operation Notes:
- Installation should be performed by a qualified HVAC service technician.
- Refer to the equipment's service/installation manual (and the selection guide linked on the product page) to confirm correct fit, wiring, rotation, and safe startup checks.
- Confirm the motor's electrical ratings and rotation match the original before energizing.
Maintenance & Troubleshooting:
- Typically replaced when a draft inducer/blower motor fails to start, runs poorly, or becomes noisy (general repair context reflected in how customers describe "fit" and successful replacement).
- If problems persist after replacement, confirm correct part selection by unit model/serial and verify associated controls/wiring per the unit's service documentation (no additional diagnostics are provided in the provided sources).
Certifications & Compliance:
- Approvals explicitly listed for this motor: CSA and UL.
User Reviews & Q&A Summary:
- Review themes focus on correct fit and successful replacement ("fit perfectly" style feedback).