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Model: 2539264111	Brand: Kenmore	Age: 5 - 10 years
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bobmc53		#1 Posted : Thursday, March 10, 2011 2:24:43 PM(UTC)
Rank: Member Groups: Registered Joined: 3/10/2011(UTC) Posts: 3		how would I check what has failed on my freezer ? overload protector ,starter PTC , or run capacitor? I turn the temp down and it hums , then clicks and shuts down .:confused: I have both digital & analog testers ?


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richappy		#2 Posted : Friday, March 11, 2011 7:24:58 AM(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Senior Expert Joined: 9/10/2007(UTC) Posts: 9,586 Was thanked: 2 time(s) in 2 post(s)		Pull off the compressor side cover and remove the start device. If it rattles when shaken, it's bad, order it here AP2112343, a low, low price $2.42. Usually run capacitors don't fail, but make sure you plug it in the new start device. I would also use a 1000joule surge protector on the outlet, will prevent future failures.


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bobmc53		#3 Posted : Friday, March 11, 2011 1:36:06 PM(UTC)
Rank: Member Groups: Registered Joined: 3/10/2011(UTC) Posts: 3		Thank You , For the speedy reply ! The part is now ordered , and will be arriving on 3/15/11 .


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