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Air Conditioning Compressor Problem, Fuse???

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Old Apr 21, 2010 | 08:19 PM
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My air conditioner compressor doesen't come on when I turn the selector to AC or Max. It worked fine last season. Any Ideas??? Thanks
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Old Apr 21, 2010 | 08:29 PM
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If it is low on refrigerant it will not come on. Check the charge.
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Old Apr 21, 2010 | 10:18 PM
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Or the low pressure switch is bad. I had to change mine this year. Its about 5 bucks. Try bypassing it and see if you get power to the comp.
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Old May 11, 2010 | 06:58 PM
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How do I troubleshoot my ac problem?How do I check the charge level?
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Old May 11, 2010 | 10:24 PM
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That takes a set of gauges used by AC guys. But you can get a can of refrigerant and stick some in while the AC is switched on and if it starts up, it was under charged. Beyond that, you should consult a professional auto AC guy
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Old May 11, 2010 | 10:29 PM
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Isn't there specs to follow when re charging?I just hate to spend $20+ a can and thats not even the problem
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Old May 11, 2010 | 10:40 PM
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The specs involve using gauges
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Old Jul 22, 2011 | 08:03 PM
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this worked great a can of freon when the compressor kicks spray it when it shuts off stopp...and repeat till it holds...great advice awsome post
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