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**cabletech94** · 07-01-2012, 11:34 AM

plus, i didn't have a screwdriver long enough to reach, so i used my huge cock.

/heteros of CP

**cabletech94** · 07-01-2012, 11:38 AM

so, is it the fan that's gone bad again? or could this be a cap (mine appears to be the dual cap that bug put on, for the record, i'm pretty sure it's the fan) issue?

**Bugeater** · 07-01-2012, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by cabletech94

so, is it the fan that's gone bad again? or could this be a cap (mine appears to be the dual cap that bug put on, for the record, i'm pretty sure it's the fan) issue?

It's definitely the cap. No question about it.

**cabletech94** · 07-01-2012, 11:46 AM

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It's definitely the cap. No question about it.

thanks for the advice!!! watched the kid replace that 2 years ago. the supply store doesn't open 'til the morning, i'll go get a replacement and change it out @ lunch time tomorrow!!!
many thanks to you my friend (and friends)!!!!

**Bugeater** · 07-01-2012, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by cabletech94

thanks for the advice!!! watched the kid replace that 2 years ago. the supply store doesn't open 'til the morning, i'll go get a replacement and change it out @ lunch time tomorrow!!!
many thanks to you my friend (and friends)!!!!

Yeah they're easy to change out, but keep in mind those things can store a charge and make sure the power is off. I also use insulated needlenose pliers to change over the wires. When it comes to electricity I always "treat it like it's hot, even when it's not".

**SAUTO** · 07-01-2012, 11:55 AM

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Yeah they're easy to change out, but keep in mind those things can store a charge and make sure the power is off. I also use insulated needlenose pliers to change over the wires. When it comes to electricity I always "treat it like it's hot, even when it's not".

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**cabletech94** · 07-01-2012, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Bugeater

Yeah they're easy to change out, but keep in mind those things can store a charge and make sure the power is off. I also use insulated needlenose pliers to change over the wires. When it comes to electricity I always "treat it like it's hot, even when it's not".

yup, you're absolutely right. we used to change out network cards in computers for internet years ago.
one of the things that we "had" to do was unplug the power cord, and then press the power button on the comp. 95 percent of the time the tower unit would have a small burst of power left in it. can't ever be too careful.
so if you guys don't hear from me after noon tomorrow.............

**SAUTO** · 07-01-2012, 11:48 AM

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It's definitely the cap. No question about it.

I'm

NOT NOT NOT
recommending doing this.

But couldn't a guy theoretically stick say some folded up cardboard in the fan relay and make it just run all the time, compressor on or off?

Just until the repair could be made.

this type weather it isn't shutting of much anyway.
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**cabletech94** · 07-01-2012, 11:52 AM

maybe the best theories are the one we keep to ourselves?

p.s. i think that's a good idea, but the old lady is afraid of me walking down the street just before dusk, if you know what i mean.

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Originally Posted by JASONSAUTO

I'm

NOT NOT NOT
recommending doing this.

But couldn't a guy theoretically stick say some folded up cardboard in the fan relay and make it just run all the time, compressor on or off?

Just until the repair could be made.

this type weather it isn't shutting of much anyway.
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**SAUTO** · 07-01-2012, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by cabletech94

maybe the best theories are the one we keep to ourselves?

p.s. i think that's a good idea, but the old lady is afraid of me walking down the street just before dusk, if you know what i mean.

I would just trip the breaker and make it happen, but I'm also not a pussy.

Like I said I'm not recommending just anyone try it.
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**Bugeater** · 07-01-2012, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by JASONSAUTO

I'm

NOT NOT NOT
recommending doing this.

But couldn't a guy theoretically stick say some folded up cardboard in the fan relay and make it just run all the time, compressor on or off?

Just until the repair could be made.

this type weather it isn't shutting of much anyway.
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Condensing units use a contactor coil that energizes both the fan and compressor at the same time, you can't really have one going without the other. But like you said, it's not going to shut down much when it's this hot out, just bump the thermostat down and let 'er rip for the afternoon and evening.

Titty Meat · 07-01-2012, 01:10 PM

This thread was very handy last year. Thanks Bug.

**Mr. Kotter** · 07-01-2012, 01:22 PM

Hey, Bug....missed this last year. Thanks for the tips.

Stewie · 07-04-2012, 02:20 PM

Eight year old HEIL, eight years of comfort. 100+ temperatures outside, 70s inside. Quiet and efficient.

Stewie · 08-08-2012, 01:43 PM

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Eight year old HEIL, eight years of comfort. 100+ temperatures outside, 70s inside. Quiet and efficient.

I jinxed it! It appears my capacitor for the fan has gone bad (fan won't spin, just makes a humming noise).

Question: I can get the fan to spin using the screwdriver trick, but it doesn't get up to the RPMs it does in normal operation. Is it still the cap, or could it be something else?

I have a tech on the way, but I wanted to get opinions from the CP knowledge base.

07-01-2012, 11:34 AM	#1
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07-01-2012, 11:38 AM	#2
cabletech94 Everything is Awesome!!!!! Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: The Pitt Casino cash: $1906805	so, is it the fan that's gone bad again? or could this be a cap (mine appears to be the dual cap that bug put on, for the record, i'm pretty sure it's the fan) issue? __________________ Originally Posted by Big Smoke May as well laugh. Otherwise I will probably break shit.
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07-01-2012, 01:10 PM	#12
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07-04-2012, 02:20 PM	#14
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