Diagnosing and Replacing a Run Capacitor

[@hvacknowledgechannel1621]

Great troubshooting lk ur contnt my frnd

[@kellykeefe3610]

Just a quick tip from a maintenance guy, who knows the basics. Before you take any wires apart-get your cell phone out and take a picture. This can save you a lot of aggrivation.

[@raykyle7075]

He said that in the video.

[@Davidbodyspam]

I don’t care what maintenance guy thinks

[@Jeff-rk8hq]

@@Davidbodyspamit’s a good thing we didn’t ask you

[@Davidbodyspam]

@@Jeff-rk8hq yes, because you’re poor.

[@Texas_Made91]

Why the hate?

[@charlesh8241]

Thank you very much for this video. My HVAC service tech told me to keep replacement capacitors on hand because the price for him to replace a capacitor is close to $400. He showed me the service cost estimate. The capacitor in my unit has a label and I bought the capacitor for $14 off amazon about 6 months ago. Upstairs heat stopped working overnight. I tested the capacitor (after disconnect removed and breakers turned off) just like in this video. Capacitor was bad. Total time to replace was 25 minutes because I was being careful etc. I saved close to $400 and upstairs heat wouldn’t have been repaired until the service guy could get here in a couple days. This video is super helpful.

[@MisterJonesification]

Same thing happened to me. I caved in because I'm not handy at all, but it sucks knowing that I vastly overpaid for such a cheap part. I was charged $359 to replace the ac capacitor, and that was WITH a discount...

[@letsridewithwheels]

A little complicated for a layperson, but I was able to follow along enough to discover my run capacitor was bad. No wonder the previous homeowner had a spare laying around! AC is back in action. Thanks for the video!

[@dingo397]

I went to HVAC school and they never showed us that type of Capacitor....Thanks for the video....You learn something everyday

[@bigarch9075]

I’m currently in hvac school and I gotta say the teacher I have teaching me I am grateful and lucky to have because he showed us and a lot of other things as well and mentioned that alot of people who take hvac school doesn’t do much hands on

[@rlr4294]

And you want see it in the Next school avoid it .

[@alanmorrison4331]

Excellent video! Saved me at least $100 by picking up a replacement capacitor at the nearby Ace Hardware and installing. Thanks very much!!

[@led_handymanservicesocalif6432]

My A/C guy wanted to charge me $350 to replace a $20 part and this is the same dual run capacitor ; this is why I am going to A/C school this Fall semester and move to Texas

[@subkommander9007]

Don't go to Texas..

[@led_handymanservicesocalif6432]

@@subkommander9007 Explain why you don’t think Texas is good for me

[@subkommander9007]

Texas is on its own power grid that they don't maintain.. remember that skunk Ted Cruz left to go to Mexico when the snow hit the fan..I LOVE San Antonio..but I would not move there..but if it's just you no wife or kids go for it..this old man wishes you the best

[@spelunkerd]

Like most of your videos, this one raises the bar as far as what's here on KZbin.

[@KenLovesLynn2003]

Thanks so much for the video, saved us a load of money not having to have a tech come out to fix it. Did the job for less than $20 parts and a little time 👍👍👍

[@aril8594]

We're you able to get the device he has to test it or did you just change it? I have the same prob my fan is running but no air coming in the house

[@josephsantos7047]

Start HVAC school in August! Your videos are so helpful.

[@roastbattles3676]

Good choice. I started school 4 weeks ago and already learned so much and watching these videos will put you ahead of the class 👌

[@BIendtecc]

How was it?

[@stephenhair5501]

Great tip!! Thanks for sharing. Just did some trouble shooting on my AC unit. Yep, the summer heat finally did in my capacitor. Compressor was not running. Swapped out capacitor and now have cold air again. Less than a $40 fix and a little of my time. Enjoyed your video.

[@shanedm3396]

Where did you buy the capacitor?

[@stephenhair5501]

@@shanedm3396 Fox Appliance in Augusta Ga. Mine was a combination capacitor that has 3 tabs. Com, Fan and Herm (which means Compressor). I took a picture of it and showed it to the service desk, to make sure they gave me the correct rating of capacitor.

[@shanedm3396]

@@stephenhair5501 ah cool.. we don’t have that store here where I live in Las Vegas, so I’ll check ACE hardware or appliance stores. Thanks

[@stephenhair5501]

@@shanedm3396 You can also buy them online I'm sure. I also bought US made unit, not Chinese. You should be able to find them at any HVAC supply store as well. Good luck.

[@shanedm3396]

@@stephenhair5501 I found an appliance store about 15 miles away that sells the capacitor. Then I went home to install it in less than 15 minutes. Cold air at last.

[@stephenb5757]

Great tip about counting the number of terminals on the cap to know which one is which👍

[@jefferyduncan162]

Normally that works yeah but I have put in a cap that had 3 on herm and 3 on common. That’s why I always read the cap just to be sure.

[@Incognito1010]

Thanks for making this video. It saved me days of unbearable heat and hundreds of dollars!

[@ObsidianXTR]

Thank you very much! I have a 4ton Goodman condenser that had the same symptoms last night. Condenser fan and air habdler running. All the coils were room temp to the touch. The compressor was not cutting on. After inspecrion I noticed that the cap was slightly popping out at the top. I had Amazon overnight a suitable replacemenr ans voila! A 10min swap out later and its working like a champ. System is less than 4 years old but i guess the Florida heat can put some seeious strain on the caps. Thabks again! Subbed!

[@nessnesu6202]

Best thing about that capacitor is it is Made In USA, Palm Coast, Florida.

[@roc123123]

How much ?

[@TheGhost2612000]

@@roc123123 $66 on amazon, but their website has a wholesale link. How much is one from China? Probably significantly cheaper, but those workers also get paid a lot less, and it wouldn't surprise me if there were children working.

[@led_handymanservicesocalif6432]

ACE Hardware sells them for $28.00 plus tax, not sure about the brand name; mine cost me $20 from Amazon and I had the same problem

[@humbertomacias3239]

🍻🍻

[@ussreeves]

My Amrad 50/5 cap failed last year. It was 7 years old and I didn’t have a spare. The local HVAC tech had one on his truck $125.00. Believe me I appreciated him getting here and getting the AC fixed so quickly, and I told him that while handing him a big tip. However, I did order the exact capacitor on Amazon for $30.00 and will have my spare ready whenever this one fails. I really enjoyed the video and will honestly say you’re the kind of tech people want to work on their HVAC systems because you take the time to look everything over and see if any other potential problems are looming.

[@werberderber6209]

I learned long ago to have spare parts for every appliance I own/have. AC/Furnace, freezer/refrigerator. By spare parts I mean the common parts that go out, I once lost 600 dollars of food when my freezer failed because of a 26 dollar part and it took a week to get one in, no one in or near Omaha had one in stock. I have also had my kids needs parts for their ACs, I just happened to have one in my spares and then just reordered it at the cheaper price.

[@1128Triton]

Great video and information! I went with the Amrad just for the warrenty, got it from Amazon next day shipping

[@Voxus77]

I use the same multimeter works so well and I’m a commercial tech not only that the metre is legit like only $70 very good buy. I just bought a new only because my old one failed after 5 years 👍🏽

[@cabeza240]

Simple but awesome thanks for the troubleshoot! 👍🏼

[@mike81399]

Always take before pictures of belt routing etc also, good advice 👍

[@fz05rider]

Thank you very much for posting a detailed video

[@toolemanful]

Thank for these videos im in school for hvac/r and u guys are helping me alot

[@Dartheomus]

Don't rely too much on the multimeter to tell you if your run capacitor is bad. My heat pump died last night, and it had an 8 year old capacitor in it. I checked the run capacitor as shown in this video, and it was actually slightly closer to being on spec than the new one that I was replacing it with. However, when I replaced the capacitor, the problem was fixed. (I always keep a spare fresh run capacitor laying around. They are cheap, and it's such an easy fix.)

[@mynhauzenneyman2584]

🤔 ничего не понял ,но понял что даже кондёр уже другой ,при этом выполняет тот же функцию ! Автору лайк 👍👍

[@marlonrefrigeracao1360]

Very good, i have never seen this kind of capacitor in Brazil.

[@1977michaelsmith]

Common = 4 prongs. Herm = 3 prongs. To the start wire on the compressor. Run = 1 prong. To the run wire on the fan.

[@erastuserazade9785]

Good learning of ( yellow ) jumper on two terminals , that added to required 45 value.

[@Swaggtv1]

just replaced mine using this guide, thank u

[@annafraley5388]

Ahh, good way to Discharge the posts, 1:46 needle nose pliers…!!! 😎👍✅. We have one of those on our Goodman ac unit. Like the explanation at 4:30+ of the pigtails.

[@tangledline]

Thanks and subbed, this helps me diagnose. Both went out-but different situations. 1. Fan on, no compressor, easy fix with capacitor. 2. Compressor works but fan needs a "push" to get it started. I have a turbo capacitor but wonder...is it the capacitor or the fan motor?

[@jessevasquez8323]

Awesome video and very simplified explained on the turbo 200 just do the math on existing capacitors.

[@tommyteamer9037]

Thank you for showing me how to wire a capacitor

[@leftylou6070]

Thank God for Vo-Tech!

[@sammaden1053]

Great Video. I have a question. I live in a 1500sqft condo in NJ. I have a central air. Rheem HVAC. It gets hot in summers. Especially, I have cathedral ceilings and sun-roof (skylight) in the living room. I set-up the thermostat at 70. And outside is 80. After running for almost 4-5hrs temp does not change. The living room is cool but the bedrooms does not get enough cooling. What could be potential reason - Air Filter (checked it is clean) - Capacitor - Dirty Condenser coil - Refrigerant. Just wanted to know before I call a technician. To see if I can DIY. Especially Air Filter, Capacitor, Condenser coil. Last time, I called for maintenance it set me back $700.

[@DriveByReviews]

what did you find out? my money is on capacitor. either that or wires, maybe blower motor. But usually capacitor is suspect #1.

[@worthlessnesss]

Nice, was able to quickly figure out why mi ac wasn't cooling but the condenser fan was able to run at a slower pace.

[@mond000]

Thanks for posting this!

[@robertstonebreaker8394]

Good info that is a very fancy capacitor

[@AGON17]

So many customers are gonna watch this

[@arianaa30]

My AC suddenly doesn't cool. Like here, the condenser fan works, but it doesn't blow hot air. So I think the compressor might not turn on at all. Could it be a failed capacitor like this video?

[@Dcassimatis]

would've been nice to see which terminal you connecting as you test

[@HardRockMaster7577]

Watched at 75% speed. Sounded just right!

[@milo9422]

Were you talking about that wire where the zip tie was broke could ware a hole in the copper tubing? Should wires not be zip tied to the copper lines?

[@joef1159]

Thanks for video 👍

[@E85_STI]

So if the cap is a dual run why does t it have two wires for the common? Just wondering and I like the tip when you mentioned no hot air blowing out of the ODFM I didn’t think that could be a symptom. I do always check the suction and liquid line.

[@sterlingarcher46]

Too late Bryan , the YT HVAC popo caught you red handed using an impact !

[@HVACS]

Noooooo!!!

[@johnlakey9049]

Please tell me why can't you remove screws with an Impact? They only strip out when you put them in with an Impact. Right?

[@heroknaderi]

Very good video i appriciate it.

[@firstlast1732]

The only problem you didn’t mention is a lot of times those capacitors don’t blow for no reason you should’ve tested the amperage drawon the other devices

[@wade727nelson]

Concise, helpful video. Thank you.

[@ericnorton4045]

Very cool video

[@JR-ch8rt]

Love your channel. Thank you.

[@nathangreene8131]

Good video man, thanks.👌

[@mrgreen2646]

I like to test capacitors while the unit is running

[@justinknash]

@HVAC my heat pump capacitor blew today spewing oily black liquid all over the inside of the heat pump and inside of the access panel. What's the odds a good cleaning, and replacement of the capacitor and relay will fix it? Or is the entire unit toast? Thanks.

[@slaptwin7867]

Thank you for this

[@charlietuna5962]

Great Scott, what is that cap, and how in the world do you short that puppy out for zap free insurance? That thing is pretty cool and definitely reduces inventory!

[@tuber6382]

Nice video. Thanks. How do you tell which is the fan wire and which is the common wire and which is the compressor wire?

[@acomman77]

It's on the top of the capacitor below where the terminal connections are

[@LuisGonzalez-dq4bg]

EXCELLENT! 👏🏼👏🏼

[@romeparrilla8307]

Good job,i have the same problem with my newer heat pump,i opened all the covers starting where all the wirings but i cant find the capacitor,any idea????thank you

[@HsingSun]

Thank you for your video. Question: If the capacitor labels 440VAC only on it, can I use 440/370VAC?

[@wade727nelson]

You can ALWAYS use a capacitor with a HIGHER voltage rating.

[@MrFree006]

Great video. Thank you

[@zfunk9]

I have this same model, same capacitor. My compressor won't turn on, I tested it and it tested very close to 70 and 5 depending on the leads. I replaced it anyhow and that fixed my issue. How can it be that the old one tested the same as the new one but still didn't work? Is there something else to test besides the 70 and 5 reading to confirm it really is not blown?

[@Causal_Kenny]

Really helpful thank you 👍🏾👊🏾

[@HVACS]

Glad it was helpful!

[@210TXMade]

How is it that I changed out a condenser fan motor as well as contactor and capacitor. After I switched them I noticed smoke coming from breaker. Unit was running fine for few minute as I got ready to leave I noticed smoke. Nothing was over amping. I did use a turbo 200to get my 45 and did hook herm to the highest (25) and common in the center. And my fan. Of course. Now if I were to hook up to 5uF and the motor said 7.5uF. Can that cause it to pretty much melt the breaker?

[@jessewolfe4136]

Expensive capacitor!

[@danzelwesingtone7413]

tysm brother

[@RJMaker]

I bet it feels good to get out in the field.

[@OthmanAlikhan]

Thanks for the video =)

[@WhalerGA]

I have a Rheem unit that has a 35.0mfd 480VAC/B capacitor. Part #43-101666-23. I can find plenty of replacements that are 35.0mfd and 440V, but not 480V. Mine clearly says 480VAC/B on the label. Am I required to get a 480V unit? This is in the southern U.S. Thanks !!

[@alexchliwnyj5941]

Today Google news had a story on a woman in Phoenix who had her AC break and had to suffer for days. They also named the company, Penguin Air,.that charged $540 for replacing a $20 capacitor. Seems a bit high for an hour of work.

[@CENTAUR559]

Situation. An AC unit I opened up to test has 2 capacitors. a Dual 40/5 uf 6% and a single 5uf 5% The Dual only has connections on 2 of the posts (yellow on Herm, Orange and Purple on Common) and not on the 3rd post (Fan) that measures 5uf. But the single 5uf run capacitor has 2 cables connected to it (brown and yellow). My question is... Are the 3rd terminal on the dual capacitor (that rates 5uf) and the single capacitor interchangeable? I.e. if the single capacitor fails, can I just connect the cables to the Common and Fan ? If so, which cable goes to Common and which to Fan? Not sure if a repair guy took a shortcu there. But the dual capacitor was wihin range on both the fan and herm posts.

[@2Cheap4society]

I purchased a new 1.5 hp 110 volt replacement motor for a table saw from somebody on Craigslist. It would not run full speed, I checked the capacitors and the run capacitor was bad. I bought an exact replacement one off of eBay and put in it. I ran it without a load for about 2 minutes then it blew the run capacitor again. What are my options? Can I put a bigger one in? How would I check to see what is wrong with it? Thank you!

[@davidwalker2781]

I Replaced My Capacitor last year, and now it seems to be "out" again? Does this happen a fair amount, with this high heat weather.?? My current AC cools a LITTLE Bit, but the movement of a sufficient airflow Upstairs isn't enough and cool enough. My downstairs is much better (it seems to stay 5 to 10 degrees Cooler downstairs than my upstairs area. I only have 1 AC unit.

[@anthonyd.5516]

My a/c unit is 10 years old, never had a problem with it until this year. The top fan didn't run when we started it up this spring. I replaced the original run capacitor with the exact same one. Still nothing happening, checked all the fuses, they are all good? What is the next step before calling a HVAC specialist? Any ideas would be appreciated! Could it be the thermostat if the heat still works? I know I had to change the batteries in the thermostat a few weeks ago?

[@8tomtoms8]

Did you try spinning the fan w/ a screwdriver w/ the A/C on and see if the fan would keep running? The run capacitor is different from the start capacitor. If your fan keeps going, the start capacitor is bad. Does your top fan come on w/ the heat (do you have a heat pump?).

[@ReticentIndignation]

Sweet. Need to get a meter.

[@bradsheppard6407]

i need help. my ac unit outside leaking water...not getting cold air inside..could my issue be a bad capacitor? thank u much! very hot here in southern Indiana😢

[@sergiomansilla]

Excelente capacitors ,buen trabajo y buen video saludos !!!

[@ignacio633]

When I turn on the Ac the fan outs runs fine. But the unit inside I hear it running but hardly. Also there’s no air whatsoever coming out. My question is… changing the capacitor would that fix my problem?

[@imanoleonardo6902]

Do you test the same way when there is a resistor between terminals?

[@indiantraveller194]

Great job sir 😘🇮🇳

[@Gary-ts6dh]

3:02 - Many of the dual runs I've seen have 4 common tabs, 3 herm tabs, and 2 fan tabs. 6:34 - If you're missing part of your 9-in-1, I know where it is.

[@salmanhaleem4280]

Very helpful and detailed. Thanks a bunches.

[@deshiguy7133]

Hi. My window unit compressor was leaking. I decided to take out the fan for use as fan.I forgot the wire configuration and didn’t take any pictures. Could you please help me to connect the wires? It has 25/10+=60% capacitor just like one on your video has 4,3,and 2 prongs and a hi, low, medium switch.

[@scottpreston4021]

Very helpful. Thanks

[@danp7463]

Good video, I wouldn't be at all upset if you showed the amperage draw. It would be a good completion of the video.

[@rippinyouapart]

What if your fan isn't running? Is that a sign of a bad capacitor?

[@Floridaman458]

My old connector is FLA 25 then 150 and RES 35. Can I replace this with FLA 30 then 180 and RES 40? It is 10 gauge wire not 12

[@tedlahm5740]

Is that both a start and run capacitor? Or do you only need the start? Thank you

[@DJ_YoungShawn]

I have a question? I’ve changed everything that could be a problem with my AC unit. Capacitor, control board, and the thermostat batteries and the whole thermostat. Nothing is making the outside unit come on. The furnace fan is running but nothing else is. I got power inside but I don’t think it’s reaching the outside unit. I can’t find a video on why. Can someone please help me figure this out. I’ve also tried the breaker on and off.

[@albertoramirez4203]

Yesterday I had to replace the same cap on a new carrier

[@robertmunguia250]

What if you need 7.5mfd? How would you wire it?

[@albizzle1280]

No in my world, the unit is 2 inches away from the house and the mechanical compartment is facing the house. I have to do this awkward lean over to see everything. It's rare to see an install with service in mind.

[@jibaritomx]

In California you don't pass city inspections installed that way....

[@mypointofblue5260]

Update: I just replaced mine but unfortunately, I still have the same room temperature air coming from the vent. It’s only been about 10 minutes though. Should you be able to tell instantly?

[@braydencagle413]

Compressor could not be running either that or low on refrigerant!

[@Kindafu]

is the +/-6% important? The one i want to replace has +/-5% but the replacement part i found says +/-10%, everything else is the same on both lables

[@danskinner467]

When the capacitor is not marked on top with a single how do you know which wire goes where?

[@DriveByReviews]

The top of the capacitor has markings by each piece for "fan" "c" and "herm", you can kinda see it in the video on the old one. Someone can confirm this, but the specific fork off of each top doesn't matter as it is one piece that transfers electricity.

[@dutchman12789]

Where did you get that meter ?

[@Lori.Lewers-gq3lr]

How does a run cap go bad what are causes?

[@JustPlumDucky]

How do I find MFD specs for an old, old residential package unit in a old mobile home park when specs are no longer legible on compressor, run cap, rating plate, and cap MFD cannot be measured at all with a meter?

[@jms1471]

it seems to me that when my Unit starts up in (heating control) stays at a constant speed with ever increasing in speed, thereby it seems not enough air from the fan is being push thru the duct to warm the entire home? what can cause this ?

[@cjbake3238]

Can a capacitor be bad and the compressor and fan is still working I’m just not getting any cold air, but everything seems to be working, lines are sweating new filter inside, coils cleaned but I was under the impression that if you had a bad capacitor, the compressor wouldn’t work

[@rayhernandez5037]

I was switching my capacitor but none of the wires were connected to the fan is that normal