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Air Conditioning: Capacitor Rating Variation Compatibility

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 09:05:25 -0700

I am unable to find a Capacitor of 55/10 440 VAC replacement.

I can get a Dual Capacitor with ratings of 55/5, 60/5, 60/7.5 with 370-440 V ratings.

Would these work and which might be best please?

⟐ Answer edited luglio 20, 2022 at 9:05 GMT-7

Frigidaire LRA08PZU1: Need Remote Control for LRA08PZU1

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 16:45:06 -0700

Need Remote Control for LRA08PZU1

⟐ Answered gennaio 06, 2022 at 16:45 GMT-7

GE Window air conditioner: GE window heat and air conditioner error code F2

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 08:29:27 -0700

GE Model# AHE12DXL1 Serial# VH427999 What does error code F2 mean for this heat and air unit?

⟐ Answer accepted agosto 19, 2020 at 8:29 GMT-7

Air Conditioning: Is it legal to add R22 to my own system?

Sat, 20 Jun 2020 03:59:48 -0700

So I noticed that you can purchase R-22 refrigerant from eBay which I assume is the recycled stuff. If I'm understanding correctly you do not need a license to buy the recycled R-22. Is that correct?

If it is legal to buy without a license from eBay then my next question is can I add it to my own system without any EPA license?

I'm in Missouri, not sure if there are restrictions from different states or not.

Thanks!

⟐ Commented giugno 20, 2020 at 3:59 GMT-7

Air Conditioning: When I turn on the air conditioning the light in my house goes out.

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 23:18:01 -0700

A few weeks ago I bought an air conditioner, but if I have it on for several hours (8 hours on average), the light in the bulbs (not the sockets) cuts out.

¿What is the problem?

⟐ Answered marzo 30, 2020 at 23:18 GMT-7

Central Air Conditioners: Tempstar AC struggles to cool.

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 16:33:48 -0700

So my Tempstar AC is going to be 19 years old this year. It kind of struggles to cool the house, but it gets the job done. Should I look for a whole new hvac unit (including heat/AC)? Or wait till this one dies on me? My house is 3200 sq ft.

⟐ Edited dicembre 21, 2023 at 16:33 GMT-7

Air Conditioning: Carrier Outdoor Condenser Fan Problems -- Spins, but no Cold Air

Mon, 23 Jul 2018 20:34:09 -0700

About 1 month ago my Carrier outdoor condenser fan froze in the middle of the night, the Texas heat, lack of lube, and 24/7 operation killed it. I went out, powered down, took it apart, broke the shaft loose and lubed it, until I could turn easily with fingers, and powered it back up, started right up, been working and blowing cold air ever since.

Today, in Austin, it hit 112F+ at my house a few hours ago, the motor just shut down. I went out there, and manually gave it a little spin, spun back up, and is spinning well.

I suspect the run cap has had it too, so that AND the motor need to be replaced. But, its 10pm, nothing is open, house is 90F inside, and the AC is NOT working?

Something happened? But what? The system was cooling very well, it was 74F in here, 112F outside, then the motor stopped (as it does periodically when it gets the temp ahead of the setting), and then it couldn't start back up. But, how do I go from cooling fine, to NOT cooling fine from one minute to the next?

The motor is spinning, I tried turning power off, resetting, checked the controller in attic, LED is running good, no error codes.

So, I am at a loss -- the motor needs replacement, and the run cap, but, it running right now, and the system should be cooling, but its not. What else could have changed in a matter of mins?

I could understand if over 2-3 weeks it got warmer and warmer, need coolant, but it was freezing air, now it warm.

I am an EE, not an AC guy by any stretch, but I assume maybe a cut off, safety of some sort was tripped, but a power cycle, and that should do it right? And this carrier doesn't seem to have a RESET on the condenser, but even if it did the motor wouldn't spin as it is right now --

Please help -- I am dying here, and have a ton of computer work, PCs are over heating as I write this...

Thanks --

⟐ Answer edited luglio 23, 2018 at 20:34 GMT-7

Air Conditioning: Is the condenser line replaceble

Sun, 16 Jul 2017 06:58:11 -0700

the copper line that goes into the condenser is bent, is that replaceable

⟐ Answer accepted luglio 16, 2017 at 6:58 GMT-7

Air Conditioning: Stripped screws to A/C breaker

Fri, 24 Mar 2017 13:39:17 -0700

I am trying to replace a breaker for my A/C and I can't get the screws that hold the wires in the old breaker. I think both of them are stripped. I bought a cordless drill this morning on the way to work and it is charging now but if it doesn't work to remove the screws I am wondering if I actually have to have these screws out to get the breaker out. It seems like the screws are holding the breaker in as well as holding the wires in the breaker. I am asking because if they are not holding the breaker in the panel then would it be possible to take the breaker out and cut the wires off close to the breaker and peel down the insulation and put them in the new breaker? This is Houston, mid-March, it's getting hot! HELP!

⟐ Answer edited marzo 24, 2017 at 13:39 GMT-7

Wall Air Conditioner: My reset keeps tripping when I plug in the powercord

Sun, 17 May 2026 22:28:54 -0700

No power,reset on powercord trips as soon as i plug it in

⟐ Commented maggio 17, 2026 at 22:28 GMT-7

Midea Air Conditioner: Why my ac produce high sound.

Fri, 01 May 2026 02:28:24 -0700

Why my ac produce high sound

Amana Window Air Conditioner: لا تدخل الى المكيف كهرباء حتى اذا قمت بتوصيله

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:48:26 -0700

اا تدخل اليه كهرباء حتى لو قمت بتوصيله

Wall Air Conditioner: How to right pc

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:21:40 -0700

How to fix the pc

⟐ Commented marzo 29, 2026 at 10:21 GMT-7

GE Zoneline AZ95E09DACK1: Why does the cooling cycle on and in less then 2 minutes cycle down a

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:30:41 -0700

Why does the cooling cycle on then in 2 mins cycle down and shut off? Then come back on and keep doing the same thing?

Delonghi Air Conditioner: The air conditioner leaks internalif it is run when it's humid outside

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:28:47 -0700

air con leaks internally onto the floor if run during humid outside

⟐ Answered marzo 25, 2026 at 10:28 GMT-7

Midea Air Conditioner: Why my media ac start auto on?

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 19:48:17 -0700

My media ac auto power on without any remort?

⟐ Commented marzo 07, 2026 at 19:48 GMT-7

Portable Air Conditioners: How to Disassemble Sharp Air Cooler PJ-A200TV-B? Pump Replacement

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 19:03:48 -0700

I own a Sharp air cooler (PJ-A200TV-B) and the water pump has failed, most likely due to our Malaysian water quality causing mineral buildup over time. The fan still works fine, but without the pump circulating water, it’s basically just blowing normal air.

I’ve removed every screw I can find on the unit, including the obvious ones at the back and bottom, but I still can’t fully dismantle it. It honestly feels like this thing was designed never to be opened. I don’t want to force it and risk cracking the plastic clips or damaging the casing.

Another reason I need to take it apart is to properly clean the internal fan, as there’s quite a bit of dust buildup inside. I can only clean the exterior and filters, but the fan blades themselves are hard to reach without opening the unit.

I’ve searched online for a teardown guide or tutorial video but couldn’t find anything specific to this model. I did find a Facebook post from someone who replaced the pump before, but he hasn’t responded to my message. Maybe he’s no longer active.

I’ve already sourced a compatible replacement pump from Shopee, so I’m ready to fix it myself. I just need guidance on how to properly open the unit and access the pump without breaking anything.

If anyone here owns the same model or has experience taking apart Sharp air coolers, I’d really appreciate any advice, photos, or step-by-step tips. Thanks in advance.

⟐ Edited marzo 04, 2026 at 19:03 GMT-7

Amana Air Conditioner: Where is the power cord located

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:38:10 -0700

Where is the power button located on this air conditioner cuz it's not visible

⟐ Commented febbraio 06, 2026 at 0:38 GMT-7

Air Conditioning: Loud noise from inverter air conditioner

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 20:51:34 -0700

There is a loud noise coming from the outdoor unit of the inverter air conditioner. It's like the sound of a hammer drill. It only happens when I turn it on after it has been off for several hours. After that, it works normally, with the usual noise. The temperature is -10 degrees Celsius, and the air conditioner can operate at -15 degrees. What could it be, and can anything be done to fix it?

Below is a video of the noise.

https://youtube.com/shorts/GxowUhyiJ6c

https://youtube.com/shorts/5lpKOXcwoqU

@oldturkey03 SKYLUX SK-12CDR3DI

⟐ Commented gennaio 15, 2026 at 20:51 GMT-7

LG Mini Split Air Conditioners: How to charge refrigerant in split unit

Sat, 27 Dec 2025 15:11:05 -0700

Gas charging in split A/C unit

⟐ Answered dicembre 27, 2025 at 15:11 GMT-7