Briefly explain why many motor manufacturers recommend that a capacitor-start motor be started no more than 20 times per hour?

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Starting capacitors can short-circuit if the motor is turned on and off many times in a short period of time. To prevent capacitor failures, many motor manufacturers recommend that a capacitor-start motor be started no more than 20 times per hour.

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A. muffler shops have large tubing benders for making new exhaust pipes from straight lengths of pipe. B. muffler hangers are installed to keep the parts from vibrating and becoming damaged. C. some muffler shops also do other things like quick lubes, tires, and brake and suspension work. D. a tire shop will have one or more tire and wheel specialists who fix accident damage.

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