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I help to connect the replacement PTC relay for the compressor. There are blade terminals numbered 1 to 4 on the front of the relay. What color wires go where? I did not remove the old one, otherwise I would have labeled the wires.
the ice maker in the kenmore refrigerator makes brownish redich ice, what is the problem? why the ice do not look clear ?the ice maker in the kenmore refrigerator makes brownish redich ice, what is the problem? why the ice do not look clear ?
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Step 1: It's most likely the PTC (Positive Temperature Compensated) start relay that turns the compressor on and off. The manufacturer has replaced part number P6R8MC with part number 6R8MG for this PTC start relay. Order part number 6R8MG, it cost less than $20 from AppliancePartsPro First, unplug the wine cooler and take off the back panel. The back panel is held into place with several philips head screws.
Step 2: Locate the compressor. You'll find the compressor in the bottom left corner of the VT-60 as viewed from the back. You will see copper tubes coming out of the compressor. These tubes carry the compressed refrigerant to the evaporator assembly. Be careful not to crimp or damage the copper tubing. Step 3: Find the black plastic cover to the left of the compressor. This cover is held into place with one philips head screw. Remove the screw and remove the cover to find the PTC start relay. Step 4: The relay is connected to the compressor by a single blade connector and two pins which protrude from the compressor. Remove the blade connector and pull the PTC relay to the left, sliding it off the pins attached to the compressor.
Step 5: Slide the relay on the connector pins, reattach the blade connector, reattach the black pastic cover over the relay, reattach the back panel onto the VT-60 and you're done.
you may hear the condensor fan in the rear area and evaporator fan in the freezer compartment,but the compressor is not running due to a bad ptc overload/relay on the compressor body,unplug the unit,then on the left side of the compressor in the lower back side is the ptc,unplug it off the compressor and get a replacement,this is what helps start and operate the compressor
It's most likely the PTC (Positive Temperature Compensated) start relay that turns the compressor on and off. The manufacturer has replaced part number P6R8MC with part number 6R8MG for this PTC start relay. Order part number 6R8MG, it cost less than $20.
First, unplug the wine cooler and take off the back panel. The back panel is held into place with several philips head screws.
Step 2:
Locate the compressor. You'll find the compressor in the bottom left corner of the VT-60 as viewed from the back. You will see copper tubes coming out of the compressor. These tubes carry the compressed refrigerant to the evaporator assembly. Be careful not to crimp or damage the copper tubing.
Step 3:
Find the black plastic cover to the left of the compressor. This cover is held into place with one philips head screw. Remove the screw and remove the cover to find the PTC start relay.
Step 4:
The replay is connected to the compressor by a single blade connector and two pins which protrude from the compressor. Remove the blade connector and pull the PTC relay to the left, sliding it off the pins attached to the compressor.
Step 5:
Slide the relay on the connector pins, reattach the blade connector, reattach the black pastic cover over the relay, reattach the back panel onto the VT-60 and you're done.
You did not include a model number so this is a generic response that hopefully is of some assistance. The clicking noise your hearing is the compressor cycling trying to start.
Reasons it may do this:
1. Brief power outtage of less than 5 minutes. (Unplug and wait 30 minutes if so)
2. Compressor not starting at all (causes)
a. PTC Relay failure
b. Run capacitor failure
c. Locked compressor rotor (I.e failed compressor)
d. Heated terminals or wiring problems near the compressor
A technician would do the following
1. Read terminals R & S to terminal C on the compressor (winding continuity checks)
2. Read terminals R and S to the case of the compressor (checks for internal compressor short)
3. If the above tests pass he or she would replace the PTC relay, Kilxon thermal overload & the run capacitor. If the compressor started repairs would be complete at this time. If not see step 4.
4. Perform and amperage check comparing the Locked Rotor Amperage (LRA_ amperage on the compressor label to the actual amperage reading. If it fails this test the compressor has to be replaced.
These are the basic steps for an AC voltage compressor. Should your unit have a DC compressor the steps are slightly different.
There are some checks that you should perform.
First remove the PTC relay and thermal overload.
Next do a resistance test of the 3 compressor terminals that are labeled as follows
C = Common
R = Run
S = Start
Read Each of the 3 terminals to the case of the compressor. NO grounds are allowed. Then read C to R and C to S. You must read resistance.
Last test is an amperage test with the PTC / Overload connected. You look on the compressor LABEL for the letters LRA and note that number that will be somewhere between 13.8 and 21.3 amps. You then measure the amperage on the power cord... or near the compressor. If the number of amps read is equal to or greater than the LRA (Locked Rotor Amperage) then the compressor rotor is infact locked and the compressor will have to be replaced. If it is trying to start and your sure the rotor is turning but it is not running at full speed you may have a bad run capacitor. Since you installed the 3 n 1 device I doubt you have a capacitor problem.
no there is reset,but,the ptc overload relay plugged into the compressor is bad,purchase a new replacement ptc overload relay and plug in into the compressor and it will again cool properly
There is a start-up capacitor beside the compressor.When this capacitor fails, the compressor keeps clicking on /off.The capacitor is not very expensive.It costs near to $25.But if replacing the capacitor is not helping, then its faulty compressor causing this.The compressor is out of refrigerant gas and its getting short internally.You will have to get the compressor replaced.If replacing the capacitor not helped.The parts like startup capacitor and compressor can be bought from online sites like repairclinic.com or from sears parts direct site.-----------
This will help.Thanks.Helpmech.
Power off i.e unplugged
Open the back
Remove retaining clip on wiring side of compressor plastic cover.
NOTE wiring connections to terminals on the OLD relay. 1, 2 4 4 ect... make a simple wite color to terminal number sketch.
PULL off PTC relay WITH terminals by pulling HORIZONTALLY (Usually to the left / 9 O'clock position)
NOTE the thermal overload comes off WITH the PTC relay.
Remove wire from Thermal overload terminal and transfer the thermal overload to the new PTC relay.
Slide NEW PTC relay onto compressor terminals
Transfer remaining wires from OLD PTC to the correct terminal on the new PTC relay.
TEST compressor start before installing cover... PLUG in unit
After the test unplug the unit... reinstall the plastic cover and wire clip.
Sure sounds like a PTC relay bad. Take the relay off and shake it to see if you can hear a rattling sound.
The clicking sound is a relay called PTC relay. You need to replace it.
First be sure to unplug frig. Remove the cardboard cover that covers
most backs of the frig units. Remove the plastic cover that is on the
side of compressor. It is held on with a metal clip. Now you should be
able to see the relay pry the relay straight off. note the wiring
and position of relay. Only three prongs on compressor. Go to a parts
house for appliance's and with your make and model number should be
able to get a new one. Let me know if you need any more help. ken
Try to find the "secret" wiring diagram. Almost all refrigerators have a hidden paper wiring diagram. It is usually tucked into a slot under the refrig, behind the front grill, or otherwise on the inside of the lower rear cardboard fan cover, or sometimes inside the back area near the fan. While you're in there, it's a good practice to clean the coils.
the ice maker in the kenmore refrigerator makes brownish redich ice, what is the problem? why the ice do not look clear ?
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