Where is run capacitor for my roof top AC

[Ken___Ina]

After help from viewers I do think must be the run capacitor for fan, do I have to take shroud off roof top unit to get to capacitor or can it be reached from inside? Thanks

[DSDP_Don]

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.

[Golden_HVAC]

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.

[Ivylog]

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.

[RoyB]

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

HARD START CAPACITOR FOR RV A/C

Roy Ken

[wolfe10]

Only accessed from the roof (shroud removed).