Replacing Capacitor - Invacare HomeFillII AW Service Manual

SECTION 7—BASE COMPONENTS

Replacing Capacitor

WARNING
The capacitor is an electrical storage device that stores an electric charge.
ALWAYS discharge the capacitor before testing or handling. Failure to discharge
the capacitor may result in bodily harm and/or damage to test equipment.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 7.6.
Tools required for this procedure are:
• screwdriver
• side cutters
1. Remove the cabinet. Refer to Removing/Installing the Cabinet on page 25.
2. Remove the two wire connectors from the capacitor.
3. Discharge the capacitor by placing a screw driver with an insulated handle across the
wire connectors on the top of the capacitor.
4. Cut and remove the tie-wrap securing the capacitor to the base.
5. Remove the capacitor.
6. Install a new capacitor and tie-wrap.
7. Reconnect the two wire connectors.
8. Install the cabinet. Refer to Removing/Installing the Cabinet on page 25.
Tie-Wrap
Capacitor
Connectors
Base
Wire
Connectors
FIGURE 7.6 Testing/Replacing Capacitor
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Part No 1154316 HomeFill II AW Compressor