Originally Posted by: techjam HELLO,
Troubleshooting kemore refridg STOP KOOLING
what steps shluld be taken to identify this problem:
Kenmore Elite 10650599003: 1. stop cooling. 2. motor runs. but ot cools. 3. temp control seems to work.
i beleived the prob in, eighter 1, compress or 2. start compacitor, or 3 run relay.
how do i verify function of each one i have meters dig and angl.
Techjam,
Which motor is running ?
Here's a basic compressor motor circuit test , you'll know if the compressor motor is good or not, after that test, you'll move over and make sure you've got 120 VAC going into the overload from the control. if you have the voltage from the control and the compressor windings check proper, it would have to be in the overload/relay assembly and you'd replace it.
The compressor motor can be accessed by removing the terminal cover box. The cover is held on by tension or with a retaining clip.
Before testing the compressor motor, unplug the refrigerator to avoid an
[COLOR=#595959 !important][COLOR=#595959 !important]electrical[/COLOR][/COLOR] shock hazard. Also, if the compressor uses a capacitor, it may contain a lethal electric charge. Do not touch the terminals until you have
discharged the capacitor Beneath the terminal cover is found the
[COLOR=#595959 !important][COLOR=#595959 !important]compressor[/COLOR][/COLOR] relay and overload protector and the electrical terminals of the compressor motor.
Remove the compressor relay by pulling it straight off from the compressor.
Pull the wire off of the side terminal of the relay. It is connected with a slip on connector. Firmly pull the connector, do not pull on the wire. You may need to use a pair of needle-nose pliers. Inspect the connector and terminal for corrosion. If either is corroded they should be cleaned or
replaced.
Test the compressor motor for
continuity using a
multitester. Set the multitester to the ohms setting X1.
Place one probe on any terminal and then touch the other probe to each of the other two terminals. The multitester should display a reading of zero ohms.
Now move the first probe to a different terminal and test the other two terminals with the other probe. Finally, move the first probe to the last terminal and test each of the other terminals with the other probe. Every test should have continuity with the multitester displaying zero ohms. If the compressor motor does not pass all of these tests, the compressor will require
[COLOR=#595959 !important][COLOR=#595959 !important]professional [COLOR=#595959 !important]service[/COLOR][/COLOR][/COLOR].
Now test the compressor for ground. With the multitester still set to X1, touch one probe to bare metal on the compressor housing (it may be necessary to scratch away a little paint to expose the metal). Touch the other probe to each of the three terminals in turn.
None of the terminals should have continuity; the multitester should display a reading of infinity. If any of the grounding tests show continuity, the compressor will require professional service.
Good Luck,
:) :) :)
How To Test the Compressor MotorContinued from page 2
Test the compressor motor for
continuity using a
multitester. Set the multitester to the ohms setting X1.
Place one probe on any terminal and then touch the other probe to each of the other two terminals. The multitester should display a reading of zero ohms.
Now move the first probe to a different terminal and test the other two terminals with the other probe. Finally, move the first probe to the last terminal and test each of the other terminals with the other probe. Every test should have continuity with the multitester displaying zero ohms. If the compressor motor does not pass all of these tests, the compressor will require
[COLOR=#595959 !important][COLOR=#595959 !important]professional [COLOR=#595959 !important]service[/COLOR][/COLOR][/COLOR].
How To Test the Compressor MotorContinued from page 2
Test the compressor motor for
continuity using a
multitester. Set the multitester to the ohms setting X1.
Place one probe on any terminal and then touch the other probe to each of the other two terminals. The multitester should display a reading of zero ohms.
Now move the first probe to a different terminal and test the other two terminals with the other probe. Finally, move the first probe to the last terminal and test each of the other terminals with the other probe. Every test should have continuity with the multitester displaying zero ohms. If the compressor motor does not pass all of these tests, the compressor will require
[COLOR=#595959 !important][COLOR=#595959 !important]professional [COLOR=#595959 !important]service[/COLOR][/COLOR][/COLOR].
How To Test the Compressor MotorContinued from page 2
Test the compressor motor for
continuity using a
multitester. Set the multitester to the ohms setting X1.
Place one probe on any terminal and then touch the other probe to each of the other two terminals. The multitester should display a reading of zero ohms.
Now move the first probe to a different terminal and test the other two terminals with the other probe. Finally, move the first probe to the last terminal and test each of the other terminals with the other probe. Every test should have continuity with the multitester displaying zero ohms. If the compressor motor does not pass all of these tests, the compressor will require
[COLOR=#595959 !important][COLOR=#595959 !important]professional [COLOR=#595959 !important]service[/COLOR][/COLOR][/COLOR].
How To Test the Compressor MotorContinued from page 2
Test the compressor motor for
continuity using a
multitester. Set the multitester to the ohms setting X1.
Place one probe on any terminal and then touch the other probe to each of the other two terminals. The multitester should display a reading of zero ohms.
Now move the first probe to a different terminal and test the other two terminals with the other probe. Finally, move the first probe to the last terminal and test each of the other terminals with the other probe. Every test should have continuity with the multitester displaying zero ohms. If the compressor motor does not pass all of these tests, the compressor will require
[COLOR=#595959 !important][COLOR=#595959 !important]professional [COLOR=#595959 !important]service[/COLOR][/COLOR][/COLOR].