The capacitor is located in the lower compartment. The run capacitor aids in running efficiency. It creates a phase shift to give more power to the compressor.
Capacitor Testing
1.Disconnect power. Access run capacitor in lower compartment. Refer to: Lower Compartment.
2.Discharge capacitor by touching screwdrivers to both contacts on the capacitor and to each other.
3.Set meter to Ω reading.
4.Place meter probes on capacitor connectors. Reverse the leads, this should produce the same reading.
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Meter Reading |
Status |
Required Action |
|---|---|---|
|
“O” or “Open” Reading |
|
Replace Capacitor |
|
Start Low and Increases |
|
Capacitor |
