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Common Electrical Problems with Air Conditioner Units

AC units are full of electrical components and several things can be the cause of your trouble, but there are a few common electrical problems that your unit may experience.

Fans

• The blower fans have the job of blowing the cold air through the vents into your home and pulling warm air out.

• There is wiring that is run around that connects the blower motor and the fans.

• Air flow becomes reduced, putting a strain on the other fans.

Capacitors• Capacitors are the small cylinder shaped

pieces that have the job of carrying electricity to the blower motors.

• Each separate motor has two capacitors. • One starts the motors while the other

keeps the motors running.

Compressor

• Compressor is the engine of the whole system.It is also very expensive to replace.

• It is responsible for compressing the coolant in the coils that cools the air as it flows through.

• If the voltage is too weak or too strong, the compressor can stop working.

• Motor and capacitor failures will also affect the compressor’s performance.

Relays• Air conditioners have relays that have the

job of controlling the high-voltage parts and bringing power to them.

• Electrical relays are an important part of the unit’s operation.

• If the motor does not turn on, a relay could be stuck in the open position.

• When a unit does not turn off, a relay could be stuck in the closed position.

Point To Remember

Electrical repair for air conditioner units can be complex and dangerous for inexperienced people. Always use a qualified person.

• You should not attempt to make repairs on your own.

• The risk of accidental electrocution or potential damage to the home is too high.

• A qualified professional should handle the inspection and repair.

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