Where is run capacitor for my roof top AC

If you get your A/C model number, PPL Parts has a great breakdown of the various A/C units and shows part and photos for particular models. You can order the capacitors from their website. They're also great to buy parts from and ship quickly.

RoyB wrote:
Here is a neat article from google search with some photos...

HARD START CAPACITOR FOR RV A/C

Roy Ken

If you where to click on the link above, you will see several pictures, including the removal of the 4 screws to open the top of the A/C unit on your roof.

Here is a picture of the two capacitors. The smaller silver one is attached to the indoor fan motor.



The larger silver capacitor is the run capacitor for the compressor.

Good luck,

Fred.

The run capacitor is the smaller of the two but you need to ground out both capacitors before touching the wires. I use a long screwdriver from the sheet metal to the wires on the top of both capacitors.

Here is a neat article from google search with some photos...

HARD START CAPACITOR FOR RV A/C

Roy Ken

Only accessed from the roof (shroud removed).