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Old 08-25-2021, 03:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Robbie0723 View Post
Taking this a step further, most common failure is the run/start capacitor.

The fans will run but no cooling because the compressor fails to start.

Relatively easy to change so if handy, good to have a spare on hand.
I agree, but I have read several checklists for regular maintenance service, and have never seen one that will replace the capacitor to prevent a future breakdown. It is interesting that the SunKool list says that they will wash and "wax" the outside unit. Really?