Frigidaire 218909912 Run Capacitor OEM Part

Looked for obvious signs of mal-function, burned wires, etc. I found that the compressor controller(attached to the compressor) had an obvious burned-out spot. Took a chance that was the problem (it was); ordered all new OEM parts, including a new timer and run capacitor (a part that kicks in every time the compressor starts). I received the parts at 1 PM EST; by 1:48 PM I had the freezer working. Easily saved $250.00. A nice aside was that an Internet competitor was asking $53.00 for the same compressor controller part that you guys were selling for $12.00. Just a good story all the way around.

Bought a controller kit and the run capacitor that went with it.

Determined that the compressor start/run switch (controller) was bad. Changed it out and the Capacitor also even though the capacitor tested good. Also ordered an alarm for the freezer to warn if it is getting to warm. Don't want to loose another 1/4 of beef and a pig.

Ordered a new control. Fitted it in 10 mins. Voila - powered straight on. Saved a fortune by not having to call a tech or replace the freezer. Part arrived as expected in a few days.

Found similar stories here that were fixed with a control board replacement. I couldn't see any visible damage on my control board (which was trivial to remove with no more of a tool than a screwdriver or guitar pick to get under the edge and pry it out), but I ordered one anyway and added a run capacitor just in case (I was more interested in getting the freezer fixed quickly than minimizing my order). Swapping the control board was enough, just pop the old one out, push the new one in and plug the freezer back in. The freezer is running fine and I am a god among mortals.