I am running on emergency heat. When in normal heat pump mode I hear a buzz then nothing but cool air. Is this possibly the run cap. If it is wher is the run cap located inside or outside. I know how to test and have checked the outside unit but see no wiring to match the wiring diagram or schematic. The diagram shows a 3 wire connection and the only cap I can find in outside unit is a 4 wire connection. So can someone tell me where the run cap is located and if it is actually a 4 wire connection.
Thanks
Tim
Nordyne/Intertherm Model 10PJ
Hi Tim,
Where is buzz coming from ? Is outside fan motor and compressor BOTH running ?
Thanks,
Robert
Where is buzz coming from ? Is outside fan motor and compressor BOTH running ?
Thanks,
Robert
Last edited by Robert on Tue Jan 20, 2009 2:14 pm, edited 1 time in total.
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Hi Tim,
Buzz may be compressor trying to start or could be the contactor.
It won't be low on refrigerant unless it has a leak. You need to know for sure if compressor is running.
Thanks,
Robert
Buzz may be compressor trying to start or could be the contactor.
It won't be low on refrigerant unless it has a leak. You need to know for sure if compressor is running.
Thanks,
Robert
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I know for sure that the compressor is not running. The buzz only last for a few seconds and stops. then the inside fan will run for hours with out stopping inthe mean time there is no heat. The outside fan also runs until I switch to emg heat.
Robert,
Removed panels and cannot find where the buzz is coming from. The buzzing stops before I can get back outside to listen for it. It is diffcult for me to do since I am alone and have no one to help me. Could you tell me where the contactor might be located?
Thanks Tim
Removed panels and cannot find where the buzz is coming from. The buzzing stops before I can get back outside to listen for it. It is diffcult for me to do since I am alone and have no one to help me. Could you tell me where the contactor might be located?
Thanks Tim
Hi Tim,
Follow wires/conduit from home up to condensing unit where they go into unit.
Remove cover panel to reveal the controls where the wires go.
The contactor is there with the run capacitor(s).
Then, if you have a wall disconnect near the unit, pull the disconnect plug or flip the breaker.
Then go inside and set t-stat to cool-auto-65.
Go back to unit, flip breaker or push in disconnet plug and listen for buzz.
Thanks,
Robert
Follow wires/conduit from home up to condensing unit where they go into unit.
Remove cover panel to reveal the controls where the wires go.
The contactor is there with the run capacitor(s).
Then, if you have a wall disconnect near the unit, pull the disconnect plug or flip the breaker.
Then go inside and set t-stat to cool-auto-65.
Go back to unit, flip breaker or push in disconnet plug and listen for buzz.
Thanks,
Robert
Some people are Humbly Grateful, while some are Grumbly Hateful.................... Which one are you ?
Hi Robert,
I appreciate all your help. I still cannot determine the location of the buzzing. I am going to have to resort to the parts swap method. I will start with the compressor contactor and move on from. Once again I wish to thank you for all your help and to thank you for your patience.
Tim
I appreciate all your help. I still cannot determine the location of the buzzing. I am going to have to resort to the parts swap method. I will start with the compressor contactor and move on from. Once again I wish to thank you for all your help and to thank you for your patience.
Tim
Hi Tim,
What you describe could also be the compressor buzzing when it attempts to start. Due to this and the fact that parts changing hunting a problem can get real expensive, it would be best to call an hvac tech to diagnose problem.
IF it is the compressor, you could be wasting money to buy parts for it.
Thanks,
Robert
What you describe could also be the compressor buzzing when it attempts to start. Due to this and the fact that parts changing hunting a problem can get real expensive, it would be best to call an hvac tech to diagnose problem.
IF it is the compressor, you could be wasting money to buy parts for it.
Thanks,
Robert
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Hi Tim,
In most cases, it is best to replace the condensing unit instead of the compressor due to cost for compressor replacement.
You could replace the contactor to see if it helps as you will have to replace it anyway if it is the compressor.
Thanks,
Robert
In most cases, it is best to replace the condensing unit instead of the compressor due to cost for compressor replacement.
You could replace the contactor to see if it helps as you will have to replace it anyway if it is the compressor.
Thanks,
Robert
Some people are Humbly Grateful, while some are Grumbly Hateful.................... Which one are you ?
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