1955 Antique Frigidaire SS 74 Relay

[rpconlan]

Model Number

SS 74

We have a 1955 Frigidaire SS 74 model. The compressor isn't working and we think the relay switch is bad and we are trying to figure out what relay switch we need to be looking for to replace it. Want to start there rather than just get rid of the refrigerator. Thanks

 

[Dan O.]

The relay (# 5305876896) for that model is discontinued and is NLA. It is a 1/8th HP compressor so you could try a universal 1/8 HP relay/overload like this:

LINK > Universal 1/8 HP Relay/Overload

Rick previously posted some example wiring diagrams to help to install such a relay in place of an original Frigidaire YT relay as it is quite different than the original.

Original Relay Wiring / Universal Relay Wiring


I hope it helps.

Dan O.

 

[rpconlan]

Thank you. I appreciate the advise and the diagrams. Helps it make more sense!