This is a full guide for troubleshooting a non-working refrigerator compressor. I go over the internal wiring of the compressor, how to use a multimeter to determine if the wiring is good and how to bypass the relay to jumpstart your compressor.
See Part 2 to learn how to recharge the refrigerant: https://youtu.be/Xaj98f-cGPI
***** Timestamps *****
00:00 - Intro
01:34 - Compressor, Relay and Condenser Overview
02:54 - Compressor Datasheet
03:43 - Explanation of Compressor Windings
06:26 - Remove Relay
07:14 - Test Windings with Multimeter
09:26 - Modify Extension Cord to Power Compressor
12:35 - Connect Extension Cord to Compressor and AC Power
14:21 - Baseline Temperature Reading
14:37 - Jumpstart Compressor
15:21 - Discussion of Relay Overcurrent Protection
17:16 - Check to See if Fridge is Cooling
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Fluke 117 Multimeter: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000O3LUEI/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
Electrician’s Pliers and Diagonal Cutters:
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Automatic Wire Stripper:
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Alligator Clips:
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