My Amana frig & freezer (model#ACD2234HRB) were both warm, although fan would still run. After hearing a clicking & humming sound.The information I found noted that it was more than likely a bad relay/starter/overload then compressor. So I replaced the starter relay/overload/capacitor(?), part#W10613606 . After replacing it was making the same sound and clicking on and off, also still no cooling to the freezer or frig. But after pulling out the relay to check connections, I noticed the relay/overload was hot to the touch. I don’t have a volt meter to check the compressor or parts. Bad part?
I ordered a new part, just in case it was bad. The same thing, happens hums ,clicks on and off, repeats itself. Will not get compressor running. Relay/overload is hot to touch. Don’t have a volt meter to check compressor.
replacing starter relay/overload/capacitor
- ROBERT asked 10 years ago
You can install a universal start device that is more powerful than the one you have installed. In many cases this will get the compressor running again. The compressor may not last long as this part will shorten the life of the compressor in many cases, but if your in a pinch could get this unit running again for you. I have attached a link to the part.
- Brian, Ace Appliance answered 10 years ago
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Your welcome! I hope it works!! IF not you will need a compressor which in most cases is not a cost effective repair.
- Brian, Ace Appliance answered 10 years ago
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OK, Thanks I’ll give the start device a go. I’ll let you know if it worked.
Thanks again.
- ROBERT answered 10 years ago
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if you already replaced relay and overload you more than likely have a bad compressor
- Jimmy, Ace Appliance answered 10 years ago
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