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RE: Removing AC capacitor
Ran to Camping World and got the last hard start kit they had. Switched it out this afternoon and tested the A/C on generator power. My rig is 30 amp so the 2 A/C's shed power while running. I changed the thermostat temp several times to get both compressors to cycle on and off several times. Everything seems to be working again. Nothing up there looked burned or shorted out, so Big Katuna's advice on the PTCR may have been right on. Thanks for all the response.
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guitarman
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05/17/09 02:40pm |
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RE: Removing AC capacitor
Thanks for the responses.
Roadpilot,
When I turn the air on, the fan runs and I can hear the compressor try to start. That is why I am thinking it is either the start or run capacitor. I am hoping it is not a bad compressor. Unfortunately it is raining here today, so I haven't been able to get up on the roof to pull the shroud.
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guitarman
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05/17/09 10:36am |
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Removing AC capacitor
My AC has not been run in over a day and I do not have power hooked up or the generator running. I have read this should be sufficient time for the run or start capacitor to drain. Is this correct or is there something else I should do to drain one?
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guitarman
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05/17/09 09:29am |
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RE: AC Compressor won't kick on
I forgot to mention in my previous post, I will check everything when I get home tomorrow morning. Of course all this happens with only a few days before a long Memorial Day trip. I am hoping it is something I can fix on my own because I know trying to get into a shop in the next couple of days will be difficult.
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guitarman
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05/16/09 09:39pm |
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RE: AC Compressor won't kick on
I actually noticed this problem while camping a couple weeks ago at Merlefest. I didn't smell anything at that time and I thought the problem may have been inadequate power in the campground. After shutting both AC's down overnight, everything worked fine the rest of that trip. When I got home, I started the generator and ran the AC for around a half hour. It ran fine.
I have been using the AC for 2 days while on this trip without any issues. This morning when I turned down the thermostat, I noticed the compressor trying to kick on every 2-3 minutes. I don't won't to try to restart it until I can see if anything burned.
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guitarman
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05/16/09 09:34pm |
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AC Compressor won't kick on
I have dual Coleman 8633 AC's. The fan runs fine on my front unit, but the compressor repeatedly tries to kick on and won't. I smelled a slight electrical burn odor. I am camping right now, so haven't had a chance to get up on the roof to pull the shroud. Does this sound like it may be a burned out run capacitor.
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guitarman
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05/16/09 09:40am |
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RE: Denton Farm Park
I have camped there for the Doyle Lawson Bluegrass Festival. I was never given a particular site in advance. When I checked in at the gate, I was told to pick any site that was open. There were plenty to choose from. I never really payed attention to site numbers so I can't recommend any sites. When you make your reservations, I believe you can request a particular site if it is available. They do have water/electric and there is a dump station. The camping area is shaded and it is a very short walk to the stage. I cannot say anything negative about the camping or the festival. Being a musician, I enjoy the campground jam sessions at night.
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guitarman
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03/02/09 10:57am |
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