Before replacing it by a new start relay do the test to discover if it really is the part which has a problem.
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The compressor is what creates the cold air that keeps your refrigerator cold.
Learn to test the start relay of the compressor.
The refrigerator relay and compressor relationship is an important one that not only saves energy and ensures the proper operation of your appliance but also ensures that the refrigerator doesn t overheat.
Simply remove the compartment cover with the power disconnected from the appliance.
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Power is applied to the compressor motor windings through the overload device and the relay is used to add the start winding in the circuit until the compressor is at running speed.
One of the symptoms that the relay is damaged is when the refrigerator heats up and certain clicks can be heard.
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If the unit gets too hot other parts of the refrigerator might go bad overheat or even wear out.
A positive temperature coefficeint relay also known as a ptc or a start relay starts the compressor inside of your fridge.
Replacing the start relay on your refrigerator is as simple as unplugging the bad component and replacing it with a new one.
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So if your fridge stops making cold air there could be a problem with the ptc relay.
Pull the bad relay out of its socket and plug in a new one of the same type.