Capacitor Bad?
Look For These Signs First!

Can you see a bad capacitor?

You bet!

Sometimes a quick glance will immediately alert you.

What to look for?

Do you see any fluid leaking from the body?

If so, it's bad. Replace it.

How about a swollen or disfigured body?

This is also an indication of a defective unit.

If it is used as a start component, the top may even blow off. The internal packing will be exposed.

However, when I see a blown start component, I also suspect the potential relay and/or run component.

See the big three for more information.

Often times the problem is worn or damaged terminals.

Loose wire connectors can create enough heat to burn off terminals. Or the terminals rust and cannot make a good connection.

Without a good electrical connection the results are the same. The refrigeration equipment doesn't function properly.

They're cheap and I always keep a large selection on hand. When I have any doubts, I replace them.

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