Alan’s comments were in regards to electronics. Yet his maxim that “it’s always a capacitor” was proven out when my central air conditioning went out recently. I went to the compressor on the side of ...

Air conditioners work hard to keep you cool, ... Replace the Electrical Capacitor. A capacitor stores electricity and is used during the compressor and fan startup for extra power.

If the capacitor fails, the air conditioner sound you may hear is likely the result of the bad capacitor “causing the failure ...

Capacitor replacement is probably the number one service call for HVAC technicians. When your thermostat calls for AC or heat, the capacitor provides the initial 240 volts to start the compressor ...

When a capacitor fails, the fan or compressor won't start at all, or may shut off mid-cycle. If your AC suddenly stops working after a power surge or a storm, this could be the cause. The ...

If there is a temperature difference between 10° to 20°F (5° to 11°C), you have normal superheat and you are not slugging the compressor with unwanted liquid. SUMMARY Troubleshooting and servicing ...

An air-conditioning compressor, usually driven by a serpentine accessory belt, sometimes squeals or squeaks before it breaks, but it also can stop working without any audible warning signs.

You probably don’t spend much time thinking about the compressor in your air conditioner, at least as long as it’s pumping out cool air. But if you’re in the market for a new window AC this ...