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TNRIVERSIDE
Explorer
May 31, 2015

Need help selecting the correct hard start kit for AC

After reading a lot of post on AC / generator issues I'm trying to select the correct hard start kit for my AC. I hope to pick one up tomorrow. The AC unit is an Advent 13,500 BTU. I found the wiring ...
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j-d
Explorer II
Jun 01, 2015
SPP6e $23 on Amazon Prime. Saw an interesting review where homeowner removed a 5-2-1 and installed SPP8e (big home central A/C and much bigger genset) to get the A/C to start on generator. It's possible the 5-2-1 kit was sized wrong or worn out, but this suggests SPP6e is the better choice. More common, Less expensive, Easier connections.

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