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Robert Portscheller  
#1 Posted : Thursday, November 25, 2010 8:06:22 AM(UTC)
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How difficult is it to replace a compressor on this unit.

Any special information one should know when attempting to do the job themeselves.
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magician59  
#2 Posted : Thursday, November 25, 2010 8:17:54 AM(UTC)
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Only a licensed pro can do this.
richappy  
#3 Posted : Thursday, November 25, 2010 8:56:33 AM(UTC)
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The new, high efficiency compressors cost between $200-300 and are very fragile. Most of the compressor failures I see are due to contamination in the system due to a refrigerant leak which adds a new dimension to the problem. With Amana systems, lots of leaks are due to tubing leaks that are unrepairable. Other leaks like evaporator leaks just cost more money, like $150.
For pro's that do this, I am sure they would admit they have a percentage of failures.
I have replaced many R12 compressors in the past, but the new one's I do not based on high cost,and many other issues. Total cost for a pro. $400- 800.
Some refrigerators like Sub-Zero are worth fixing, but not yours,sorry.
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