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EMD360's avatar
EMD360
Explorer
Jun 09, 2022

Air conditioner stopped working

It hums for awhile but does not kick on. It’s a Coleman 48000 series. 15,000btu.
Owners manual says the compressor might not kick on if the filter is dirty but it’s not. Also that there is a high pressure lockout switch. I have not gone up to check out the unit. Any hints about what to test or look for? Just clean it and see if the problem persists?
  • I looked up this part and the 48000 series was not mentioned as compatible. But the parts list for this series lists the same part number. I’m capable of installing this myself but if it does not fix it I won’t be able to use my extended warranty. I bought it because we purchased the RV a year ago from a private party and we were taking it on a long trip. It was a decision based on what if? The deductible is $500. It is unlikely that the repair will cost that much. The insurance year ends on July 22nd. The rear brakes were replaced this winter and they were not covered because it was a maintenance item. Should I call and report this?
  • It's been awhile, but when I installed my Easy Start, it had me disconnect the soft start capacitor. (Now, the run capacitor stayed connected.) I am sure someone will correct me if I am wrong.
  • wa8yxm's avatar
    wa8yxm
    Explorer III
    EMD360 wrote:
    Would a soft start device work instead? For 6 times the cost is it worth it?


    Might but I'd replace the start cap and install the softy start at the same time...
  • Would a soft start device work instead? For 6 times the cost is it worth it?
  • jdc1's avatar
    jdc1
    Explorer II
    What Ranger Smith said.

    https://www.rvupgradestore.com/Coleman-Mach-Hard-Start-Kit-p/48-1759.htm

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