A960_O: Compressor Locked Rotor - Lockout

EcoNet - A960_O ยป

Status

Equipment Disabled while fault is active.

Description

Compressor is pulling locked rotor amperage and has locked out as a result.

Expected Operation

System will not operate.

Cause

Compressor Seized,

Compressor Windings Shorted to Ground.

Run Capacitor on certain models is defective

Solution

Check compressor winding resistance relative to ground to see if compressor windings are shorted. If so, replace compressor.If compressor windings are OK, replace Drive.  Compressor may be mechanically seized if windings are correct and drive does not resolve issue. - Replace Compressor.