Abb CR101Y Fractional Hp Manual Motor Starter

Product Description

The ABB CR101Y is a fractional horsepower manual motor starter designed for direct, operator-controlled starting and stopping of small AC motors. Manual motor starters in this class provide overload protection and a physical disconnect in a single compact device, making them a common choice for fractional HP fan motors, pump motors, and other light-duty motor loads found in HVAC equipment and mechanical systems. A licensed electrician or qualified HVAC technician installs this device as part of a motor branch circuit, typically in residential or light commercial applications where motor control simplicity and reliable overload protection are the primary requirements.

The CR101Y is suited for use with fractional horsepower motors in residential and light commercial HVAC systems, small pump applications, and similar low-horsepower motor circuits. It is intended for installations where a manual, non-automatic restart after an overload trip is the preferred control method, providing an added layer of safety in occupied or unattended equipment rooms.

Key Features

• Manual on/off control for fractional HP motor circuits
• Integrated overload protection trips the starter if motor current exceeds rated limits
• Compact form factor suited for panel or enclosure mounting
• Manual reset after overload trip prevents automatic motor restart

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-install manual motor starter for fractional horsepower AC motor applications in residential and light commercial electrical systems.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed electrician in accordance with NEC requirements for motor branch circuit protection and control. Disconnect and lock out all power to the circuit before servicing or replacing the starter. Verify that the starter's overload range matches the full-load amperage rating of the motor being protected. Do not bypass or jumper the overload element under any circumstances.

Technical Specifications

• Application: Fractional horsepower manual motor starter
• UPC: 78316626818

Standard Information

• Brand: ABB
• Manufacturer Part Number: CR101Y