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Compressor not starting

Deep freezer compressor service — if compressor not starting at all (no humming sound), common cause: bad start relay (40%), bad capacitor (30%), or burnt compressor.

Symptoms That Indicate Compressor not starting

See if any of these signs match your device — each one increases the likelihood of this fault.

Technical Causes

These are the causes we encounter while repairing Compressor not starting — ranked from most to least common.

  1. 01

    Bad start relay (most common - 40%)

  2. 02

    Bad start capacitor (30%)

  3. 03

    Bad thermostat not signaling compressor

  4. 04

    Overload protector activated from overheating

  5. 05

    Burnt compressor motor windings

  6. 06

    Disconnected internal wiring

  7. 07

    Mechanically seized compressor (rare)

When to Stop and Call a Technician Immediately

Any of the following = a danger signal — call now and don't try to fix it yourself.

Call now — 16062

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