Fertiz Posted May 6, 2014 Report Posted May 6, 2014 I have notice that my air conditioner is not blowing out the cold air.It's three years old Btu12000 window unit.
Jerry Simon Posted May 6, 2014 Report Posted May 6, 2014 I have notice that my air conditioner is not blowing out the cold air.It's three years old Btu12000 window unit. I suppose that's good, as the unit should be blowing cold air in, not out.
Marc Posted May 6, 2014 Report Posted May 6, 2014 I would start by confirming that the compressor is running. Marc
Fertiz Posted May 6, 2014 Author Report Posted May 6, 2014 When i turn it own the compressor shuts off after few seconds.
Scottpat Posted May 6, 2014 Report Posted May 6, 2014 Time to buy a new one! The repair will most likely exceed the cost of a new unit....
Marc Posted May 6, 2014 Report Posted May 6, 2014 When i turn it own the compressor shuts off after few seconds. Sounds like the compressor is failing to start. It draws an overload for a few seconds until the compressor speed comes up to normal. If, for any reason, it cannot start then the overload trip within the hermetic unit will trip, opening the circuit and removing power to avoid damage. One common reason for a 'fail to start' in a relatively new unit is a defective 'start capacitor' which is replaceable. Also, sometimes the connections to the capacitor are loose or damaged. Ask someone with experience in electrical or AC's to check it out. It's not an expensive part. Marc
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