Diagnosing Coleman AC Unit In Horse Trailer That Causes Burning Smell
Published 08/13/2021
Question:
Its mounted on our LQ horsetrailer and wife at show now, AC doesnt work, just cycling. I thought start capacitor might be issue since she smelled hot electrical. Currently shutoff. Does the soft start system replace the start capacitor?
asked by: Craig L
Expert Reply:
The SoftStartRV Soft Start for RV AC Units # SSR54FR does have a built-in start capacitor. It installs between the run capacitor and the compressor. This is a likely part that could be causing the issues you described, however, it could also possibly be your main capacitor. I attached a demonstration video for you.
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SoftStartRV Soft Start for Single Zone Air Conditioner Setup - Qty 1
- RV AC Soft Start
- 30 Amp
- Hardwired
- No Surge Protection
- Single AC
- SoftStartRV
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