GE PSH23PGR Series Technical Service Manual page 25

When checking inverter voltage output, connect
the test-meter leads to any 2 of the 3 compressor
lead wires at the inverter plug (plug should
be connected). The same reading should be
measured between any 2 of the 3 wires.
The inverter controls compressor speed
by frequency variation and by Pulse Width
Modulation (PWM). Changing frequency and
PWM will cause an effective voltage between 80
and 230 VAC to be received at the compressor.
• Low speed (1710 rpm) - 57 Hz
• Medium speed (2100 rpm) - 70 Hz
• High speed (3120 rpm) - 104 Hz
The inverter receives commands from the main
control board. The main control board will send
a PWM run signal from the J15 connector of
between 4-6 VDC effective voltage to the inverter
(all wires must be connected). The inverter will
select compressor speed (voltage output) based
on this signal.
The main control board will only send a run signal
to the inverter when the compressor should be
on.
Note: When measuring signal voltage (from the
main control board) at the inverter, a reading
of 4-6 VDC will be measured with all wires
connected. If the inverter wiring is disconnected,
the board output will measure between 10-12
VDC.
The inverter will monitor compressor operation
and if the compressor fails to start or excessive
current draw (4 amps maximum) is detected,
the inverter will briefl y stop voltage output.
The inverter will then make 12 consecutive
compressor start attempts (once every 12
seconds). After 12 attempts, if the compressor
has not started, an 8-minute count will initiate.
After the 8-minute count, the inverter will attempt
to start the compressor again. If the compressor
starts, normal operation will resume. If the
compressor fails to start, this process will be
repeated. Removing power to the unit will reset
the inverter count. When power is restored, the
inverter will attempt to start the compressor within
8 seconds.
The inverter has a built-in circuit protection to
guard against damage from a failed or shorted
compressor. However, if a failed compressor is
diagnosed, order a new compressor and inverter.
If the compressor fails to start after replacement,
replace the inverter.
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