Capacitor for condenser fan

In this video, I replace an outside condenser fan motor and capacitor. Kung Fu Maintenance air conditioning fan stuck, try this before replacing central fan motor. Capacitors are small cylindrical objects that store energy.

HERM, connects to the Hermetically Sealed Compressor FAN, connects to the Condenser Fan Motor COM, connects to the Contactor and . There are two common types of motor capacitors , run capacitors and start capacitors.

If the capacitor is not bulging or leaking, replace the condenser fan motor.

I tested the leads with my Supco megohm meter.

The capacitor wires were reversed making the fan turn the wrong direction. My AC stop working and blows hot air. The fan wasnt blowing when the AC was on.

I opened the panel and saw the run capacitor bulging out.

The run capacitor stores up charge to kick start the compressor and fan. Run capacitors can decline gradually or go out . A capacitor is an electrical device that stores an electrical charge. This is needed to startup the fan.

They have two electrical ratings. If you notice your thermostat is. I hooked up three of the wires on exact place as the old ones. Now what to do with the yellow and purple wires?

This AC stop working and blows hot air.

The condensing unit fan was running but the condenser didnt run because the run capacitor was bad. CHANGE THE CAPACITOR for about $20. But you might want to look also for low voltage on the circuit.

If the run capacitor was ba you should allow the fan motor to cool.

Then you can turn the unit back on and see if the motor starts and comes up to speed. If the fan fails to start or does not run at full spee it should be . A run capacitor is used for the compressor, the condenser fan motor, and the blower motor.