John for Model Number 106.52603100 Hello I have a kenmore elite side by side it was gave to to me and the part that plugs onto the compressor is missing. Is this the starter? It also has 4 wires that would plug into the part that plugs onto the compressor. The wire was laying on one of cooling lines for the compressor and I think that is why the wires caught on fire. The wires that plug into whatever plugs onto the compressor 2 of them come from the right side of the frig and 2 of them come from a looks like a relay in front of the compressor. Is this the starter? Can you help me? Also there are 3 prongs on the compressor where this would plug or push on I dont have the part the person that took it off could not find it so I could see what it looked like. Waiting your reply.
Answer Hi John. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter for the testing procedures. Hope this helps. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.htm Use this as you will need to check the compressor windings for open or shorts. There may be more of a reason why the wires caught fire. Even so you will need the start device part # 8201786. Thank you. Read More... Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com | Thursday, August 4, 2011