Frigidaire side by side Mod # PLHS267ZCB4,

Compressor clicks on, runs, lines get cool, and in 5-6 seconds clicks off again. Both fans (inside and outside) running. Condensor coils clean. Compressor not too hot to touch, just warm

After 1-2 minutes, repeats itself.

any ideas ??

Hi,

Yes, your compressor is bad, you will need it replaced. If your refrigerator is less than 5 yrs. old, then contact Frigidaire and they will send a tech. out to do it for no charge. Parts & Labor are covered for 5 yrs. on sealed systems, which includes the compressor.

I have changed many of these compressors for that same problem.

Jake

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could it be frozen coils ? i have not checked yet. this model has a t-stat driven defrost system instead of a mech timer.

i put it in the defrost cycle manually, (5 light switch cycles in 6 seconds). keeping an eye on it now.

No, because with frosted up evaporator(freezer) coils, the compressor runs continuously.

But do check your evaporator coils, take off the back panel inside your freezer.

If they are frosted up I will be surprised, as thats not common when your compressor won't start.

Jake

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Thanks Jake, Entering defrost cycle did not help. Coils not frozen.

I guess I will call for service. Compressor is not something I can do myself.

Yes, a compressor is something no one can change without a refrigeration license now, due to the EPA laws that went into effect in the mid 90's.

Please keep us posted on the outcome.

Jake

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Up and running with new compressor !!!

Thanks for the help.

Excellent, thanks for the update.

Jake

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