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The primary AC brake component is a small electric solenoid. When the motor is not energized, the solenoid applies pressure to the motor shaft via a brake pad on the cooling fan. When the motor and brake are energized, the solenoid withdraws the brake pad from the fan allowing the motor to spin freely.
