Basic Test Procedure; Defective Compressor - Vivax ACP-09PT25AEB Service Manual

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Basic test procedure

8.1

Defective compressor

Compressors are single phase, 115 or 230/208 volt, depending on the model unit. All
compressor motors are permanent split capacitor type using only a running capacitor
across the start and run terminal.
All compressors are internally spring mounted and externally mounted on rubber isolators.
8.1.1 Compressor wiring test
Remove compressor terminal box cover and disconnect wires from terminals. Using an
ohmmeter, check continuity across the following:
Terminal "C" and "S" - no continuity
- Open winding - replace compressor.
Terminal "C" and "R" - no continuity
- Open winding - replace compressor.
Terminal "R" and "S" - no continuity
- Open winding - replace compressor.
8.1.2 Ground test
Use an ohmmeter set on its highest scale. Touch one lead to the compressor body (clean
point of contact as a good connection is a must) and the other probe in turn to each
compressor terminal (see Figure 2.) If a reading is obtained, the compressor is grounded
and must be replaced.
8.1.3 Checking the compressor efficiency
The reason for compressor inefficiency is normally due to broken or damaged suction
and/or discharge valves, reducing the ability of the compressor to pump refrigerant gas.
This condition can be checked as follows:
1. Install a piercing valve on the suction and discharge or liquid process tube.
2. Attach gauges to the high and low sides of the system.
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Basic test procedure