You did good John. We call that the redneck test. If the breaker trips when the compressor is plugged in but it doesn’t when it’s not and there’s no damage to the plug wiring, that compressor is bad point blank. Good work man
I was at a friend's house yesterday, Sunday, and he had two condensers. Both were out, and less than 6 years old. They recently had two power outages in a short period of time. I told him maybe a surge caused issues. I fixed the one with a new capacitor. Both herm and fan were at zero on my meter. The second unit was completely dead, and immediately tripped the breaker. I tested that capacitor, and it too, had no microfarad readings at all. I replaced it also, but there was another problem as well. I thought it was very strange that both capacitors were bad. (they were both bulged on top). If I had known about this tip of unplugging the compressor, I might have been able to learn what the problem was. Of course, I couldn't have replaced the compressor myself anyway. Maybe the compressor is still under warranty. You can't stop a Trane! But, in this case something did. I have a whole house surge protector, and I intend to install a surge protector on the shutoff at the condenser, just as a bit more protection.
You look like you've lost a substantial amount of weight i can see it in your face! Good on you brother! Keep it up! It'll be so good for you in the long run
I would probably be considered a helicopter; however, I would want my service technician to video and post on u tube. I really appreciate a professional service man. Thank you
Just a heads up, anytime we see "Federal Pacific" electrical products (FPE), we recommend immediate replacement due to fire hazards. We have found most customers have been extremely receptive to the additional cost and added peace of mind.
I didn't notice if you checked continuity between the 2 hot legs on compressor?? A 220 appliance doesn't have to short to ground to trip it could short to power between the 2 phases.
@1:26 just have a look at L1 and L2 wiring on the contactor. Sweater killed it but would have cleaned up the wiring first for testing. Looks like a lot of voltage drop there.
I would check resistance across the legs on the compressor it probably has a shorted winding, also speculation but the winding probably burned out because the coil is plugged and the head pressure it through the roof. Either way the compressor is obviously shot, good work bud. Also with the land lords try to sell them on preventive maintenance, it's easy consistent money (come in the fall and spring for a filter and a cleaning maybe something else) and the unit will last them a lot longer, you get extra work so everyone wins.
Had a similar problem earlier this spring. The condenser was constantly blowing the breaker, but the coil was clean and the unit would run for about 3 seconds. I took the amps as the compressor started and it jump near 100 amps on a 40 amp breaker and it would blow. My boss told me the windings were screwed up and don't bother, the compressor or unit would need replacement. As to this video, that coil was super packed with dirt and needed cleaning 2 years ago.
I like my Subco megger, inexpensive, easy to use and idiot proof, have the Fluke 1577FC new in box but the Subco is just so simple and trust it over an multimeter.
There are more ways a compressor could be bad other than it going to ground. When you ohm out a compressor through the windings it should be within one ohm across all the windings. I have also had a compressor not show ground while off but once it fired up and ran it showed ground while the compressor was pumping.
You didn't check voltage incoming and outcoming that contactor.you also didn't check for continuity on compressor's plug,maybe you have a short circuit there but probably the motor is stuck that's why tripped the breaker
I got an AC unit that only trips the breaker after its been running for a while. I turn the breaker back on, the AC runs fine but then at 3am the breakers tripped again....Any tips ?
@@WJR1965 I fixed the problem by replacing the 2 capacitors ( Motor start-up and compressor )..I ordered exact matches off Amazon. Funny thing is the AC guy told me I needed to get a new AC system for only $5,000.....LOL the 2 caps cost me under $30.....Sometimes ya just go in the name of Jesus when ya got nothing to lose by trying.
Most residential air conditioning equipment sold in the USA today is made in Mexico, and China, since making it is a labor intensive process which is difficult to completely automate. If it was all made here, it would cost quite a bit more to purchase. Even when you buy things 'made in USA', many times some parts in it were made in China, or Mexico to take advantage of lower labor cost outside the USA. China has the additional advantage of huge economy of scale, with giant factories where thousands of workers live on the factory grounds. Today, there is such a labor shortage in the USA, that making much more inside the USA would be impossible. There aren't enough people available to do all the work that would be needed to accomplish all 'inside USA' production. Huge shortages would result if we tried to do that. Inflation would go through the roof. The auto, and many other industries, would shut down from lack of components. It will take decades to bring a lot of manufacturing jobs back to the USA, if it ever happens.
epa regulations, lack of raw resources sourced in usa all prevent everything single thing being USA made. labor shortage is not one of them. China has zero regulations and has almost zero fish left in their oceans and the rivers are pure plastic but they dont give af because they want to be the single supplier of everything.
I used a 2x4 and hit the compressor just right when its trying to star and magic happened Whats happening here its that its locked and trying to start pulling all that amps it will overload the breaker and eventually tripp I have seen a lot of units with this symptoms
and actually the Mexican made should be same as American made cause they are American companies I know cause I been through those places.and some compresers can show that they are grounded but are not specially the old Compressors hermetic ones.i ran across some and would hit them across with a 2 by 4 piece of wood and a potential relay you probably heard of.
Damn John you look like half the man you used to be! And I mean that in a physical way...did you check the harness? I mean that could of been shorted or something right?
How long before Zsa heat and Air has the exact same video up ? Hopefully he rolls up in that PrO Master he keeps going on and on about ! Zsa( Doctor 🤣) Get your drivers license first before trash talking any brands !
Nice video.
Awesome video. Good to see someone from our state making videos. Houma Louisiana hvac in the house.
You did good John. We call that the redneck test. If the breaker trips when the compressor is plugged in but it doesn’t when it’s not and there’s no damage to the plug wiring, that compressor is bad point blank. Good work man
Good night diagnosis John. Very good step by step. You new guys pay attention! 😎👍
I was at a friend's house yesterday, Sunday, and he had two condensers. Both were out, and less than 6 years old. They recently had two power outages in a short period of time. I told him maybe a surge caused issues. I fixed the one with a new capacitor. Both herm and fan were at zero on my meter. The second unit was completely dead, and immediately tripped the breaker. I tested that capacitor, and it too, had no microfarad readings at all. I replaced it also, but there was another problem as well. I thought it was very strange that both capacitors were bad. (they were both bulged on top). If I had known about this tip of unplugging the compressor, I might have been able to learn what the problem was. Of course, I couldn't have replaced the compressor myself anyway. Maybe the compressor is still under warranty. You can't stop a Trane! But, in this case something did. I have a whole house surge protector, and I intend to install a surge protector on the shutoff at the condenser, just as a bit more protection.
I had the same problem today but I found a rub out on compressor wires. Love your videos. Keep them coming
Holy shit bro looking slim as hell good for you bro
You look like you've lost a substantial amount of weight i can see it in your face! Good on you brother! Keep it up! It'll be so good for you in the long run
easy money 💲💰. good work 👍
Congrats on the weight loss. I bet you must feel great
I would probably be considered a helicopter; however, I would want my service technician to video and post on u tube. I really appreciate a professional service man. Thank you
great troubleshooting john love ur videos
You don’t need a megaohm meter anymore. Most compressors are scrolls now. Those meters will condemn good compressors. 👍
Good vid ...Get you a Supco Megger ... Film the condenser replacement ... Thx ...
john you do good job fan from nc
If the compressor is bad then it's definitely time for a new condenser unit.
Just a heads up, anytime we see "Federal Pacific" electrical products (FPE), we recommend immediate replacement due to fire hazards. We have found most customers have been extremely receptive to the additional cost and added peace of mind.
I didn't notice if you checked continuity between the 2 hot legs on compressor?? A 220 appliance doesn't have to short to ground to trip it could short to power between the 2 phases.
Nice work John!!!
@1:26 just have a look at L1 and L2 wiring on the contactor. Sweater killed it but would have cleaned up the wiring first for testing. Looks like a lot of voltage drop there.
Awesome job 👍 John keep up the good work.
Great video like always keep them coming sir and stay safe out there
You are looking so great!! Love the channel
I would check resistance across the legs on the compressor it probably has a shorted winding, also speculation but the winding probably burned out because the coil is plugged and the head pressure it through the roof. Either way the compressor is obviously shot, good work bud. Also with the land lords try to sell them on preventive maintenance, it's easy consistent money (come in the fall and spring for a filter and a cleaning maybe something else) and the unit will last them a lot longer, you get extra work so everyone wins.
Had a similar problem earlier this spring. The condenser was constantly blowing the breaker, but the coil was clean and the unit would run for about 3 seconds. I took the amps as the compressor started and it jump near 100 amps on a 40 amp breaker and it would blow. My boss told me the windings were screwed up and don't bother, the compressor or unit would need replacement. As to this video, that coil was super packed with dirt and needed cleaning 2 years ago.
He did that. Did you not watch the video? A bad starter cap will do this SAME THING. And is fixed for < 20 dollars.
@@klabkebash Coil has nothing to do with the startup current (amps).
Nice work
That's a damn shame to let a unit get that dirty. I have the same unit and just washed it today. 1996 vintage and going strong. PS I'm in your town.
Not all the home owners are ac techs,s tenants they care less about the equipment
@@ebfsystem the owner could schedule maintenance.
Our outdoor unit ran from 1978 until last year. lolol
That condenser coil definitely burned that bad boy up! Terrible coil!
I like my Subco megger, inexpensive, easy to use and idiot proof, have the Fluke 1577FC new in box but the Subco is just so simple and trust it over an multimeter.
Meggers are not rated for use on scroll compressors.
I love Mexican food
You didn't test or check the "hard start" cap. Why not?
There are more ways a compressor could be bad other than it going to ground. When you ohm out a compressor through the windings it should be within one ohm across all the windings. I have also had a compressor not show ground while off but once it fired up and ran it showed ground while the compressor was pumping.
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You didn't check voltage incoming and outcoming that contactor.you also didn't check for continuity on compressor's plug,maybe you have a short circuit there but probably the motor is stuck that's why tripped the breaker
Would a megger be a better tool to use in this situation?
Compressor is Shorted not Grounded !!
Hey super top tech , who cares we all know what he means
Feel better now?
Ill use 🇺🇸&🇲🇽 Capacitor only all other ones are guaranteed a call back.
Agreed. Same here
Get that Fluke Megger
I got an AC unit that only trips the breaker after its been running for a while. I turn the breaker back on, the AC runs fine but then at 3am the breakers tripped again....Any tips ?
Same problem here
@@WJR1965 I fixed the problem by replacing the 2 capacitors ( Motor start-up and compressor )..I ordered exact matches off Amazon. Funny thing is the AC guy told me I needed to get a new AC system for only $5,000.....LOL the 2 caps cost me under $30.....Sometimes ya just go in the name of Jesus when ya got nothing to lose by trying.
Hey lost a lot of weight you look good man
Most residential air conditioning equipment sold in the USA today is made in Mexico, and China, since making it is a labor intensive process which is difficult to completely automate. If it was all made here, it would cost quite a bit more to purchase. Even when you buy things 'made in USA', many times some parts in it were made in China, or Mexico to take advantage of lower labor cost outside the USA. China has the additional advantage of huge economy of scale, with giant factories where thousands of workers live on the factory grounds. Today, there is such a labor shortage in the USA, that making much more inside the USA would be impossible. There aren't enough people available to do all the work that would be needed to accomplish all 'inside USA' production. Huge shortages would result if we tried to do that. Inflation would go through the roof. The auto, and many other industries, would shut down from lack of components. It will take decades to bring a lot of manufacturing jobs back to the USA, if it ever happens.
epa regulations, lack of raw resources sourced in usa all prevent everything single thing being USA made. labor shortage is not one of them. China has zero regulations and has almost zero fish left in their oceans and the rivers are pure plastic but they dont give af because they want to be the single supplier of everything.
Well, It sounds like the condenser unit lasted for ten years.
I don’t know why some customers feel they need to be helicopters
I know right, it’s hard to concentrate when they on your back and talking
I used a 2x4 and hit the compressor just right when its trying to star and magic happened
Whats happening here its that its locked and trying to start pulling all that amps it will overload the breaker and eventually tripp I have seen a lot of units with this symptoms
Regardless its still shot right?
where on compressor is just right?
and actually the Mexican made should be same as American made cause they are American companies I know cause I been through those places.and some compresers can show that they are grounded but are not specially the old Compressors hermetic ones.i ran across some and would hit them across with a 2 by 4 piece of wood and a potential relay you probably heard of.
How have you lost weight?
Damn John you look like half the man you used to be! And I mean that in a physical way...did you check the harness? I mean that could of been shorted or something right?
If it didn’t trip with the compressor unplugged then it’s not the harness
Winding coating get eat off with the acid and they oil touches this winding , all over!
I'm the best helicopter.
How long before Zsa heat and Air has the exact same video up ?
Hopefully he rolls up in that PrO Master he keeps going on and on about !
Zsa( Doctor 🤣) Get your drivers license first before trash talking any brands !
See u lost a few pounds. Hope you are well.
Mexicans lol don't start in on hose B
Are you seriously wearing those kinds of shoes while doing hvac? Ghetto tech😂