Fridge compressor's can anyone explain why this happens....>
Ok, so you want to switch off all the mains in the house to do some work on the electrical wiring, of course, all the mains goes off, so that means fridges and freezer's go off, alarm clocks too...
When the time comes to switch on the main power again, why do compressor's have a habit of 'packing up' at that time?
This has happened to us twice in the past, so what's wrong if the compresser never starts again after a power loss?
Thanks in advance! ;)
-Dave
Re: Fridge compressor's can anyone explain why this happens....>
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Originally posted by electro
Ok, so you want to switch off all the mains in the house to do some work on the electrical wiring, of course, all the mains goes off, so that means fridges and freezer's go off, alarm clocks too...
When the time comes to switch on the main power again, why do compressor's have a habit of 'packing up' at that time?
This has happened to us twice in the past, so what's wrong if the compresser never starts again after a power loss?
Thanks in advance! ;)
-Dave
Re: Re: Fridge compressor's can anyone explain why this happens....>
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Originally posted by johndavies
Most compressors if they fail they fail on startup. this is because the system hasn't Equalised its pressures on a capillary system or there is a relay or klixon malfunction
Happened twice already???
Electro
Ok, its happened twice to you, how unlucky, its like lightening hitting the same spot twice, truly incredible.
First, although the tendency for a compressor to fail on start up is pronounced, it does not "normally" happen. There are millions of fridges all over the globe and they are constantly switching on and off continuosly throughout the day. ( switching on and off on thermostat)
They start and stop without problems. Yes, what other members have stated are all viable possibilities, klixon trips, liquid slug back, etc.
I think the problem is elsewhere, ie: with your power supply. You may be experiencing extreme power surges, spikes, especially after the power returns, you have power cuts so that says a lot about your power company.
Or you could be buying a cheapo fridge with a Soviet compressor made in Tajekistan.
I may of course be wrong on all fronts, but I maintain my argument, fridges do not FAIL on start up after a power cut, or at any other time.
Check your power supply, or your fridge itself.......buy a decent one:rolleyes: