air conditioner capacitors
What size of resistor should I use, to discharge my capacitors?? I've read and googled and found all these different values --- 10k ohms, 20k ohms, 6k ohms and 2k ohms with 3-5w value. Also could I pl...
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dodgeramman123 wrote:
In order to check or replace one, the power should be shut off. So how long can a capacitor still be charged, while the power is off? Just need to know! Thanks!
The start capacitor in an RV AC unit will discharge to a safe value in just a few seconds after power is removed.
To be on the save side, use insulated long nose pliers to remove the wires and then use a screwdriver or the metal end of the pliers to ensure it is fully discharged.
And I'm curious how you know it's the capacitor when you seem to know so little about capacitors.
