Tech Tips

Compressor Tries to Start But Does Not

FI0009

  • Low Line Voltage
  • Bad and/or Wrong Capacitor (single phase)
    • Start
    • Run
  • No Start Components (reciprocating single phase compressors on a TXV system)
  • Burnt or Bad Wiring
  • Burnt or Bad Contactor
  • Missing Phase Leg (three phase)
  • Locked Compressor