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Customer Questions and Answers for Compressor Run Capacitor by Frigidaire

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By: Frigidaire
Part Number: OEM12947568
Manufacturer Part Number: 5304464438

The Compressor Run Capacitor is an OEM replacement part for Frigidaire refrigerators. This electrical component is essential for providing the necessary torque to start and maintain the operation of the compressor motor, which is responsible for cooling the refrigerator.

Symptoms of a failing compressor run capacitor include:

  • The refrigerator not running or cooling properly
  • The compressor failing to start or running intermittently
  • Humming or buzzing noises coming from the compressor area

Causes of needing to replace the compressor run capacitor can include normal wear over time, exposure to high temperatures or electrical surges, or physical damage to the capacitor itself.

This OEM replacement is also compatible with Electrolux, Gibson, Kelvinator, and Kenmore refrigerator models. 

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For Frigidaire Compressor Run Capacitor (Part Number: OEM12947568)

Justin for Model Number MFU14M2GW1

I purchased a replacement Run Start Capacitor with part number shown on website as 5304464438 / AP4315853. My old part was Shizuki 218909901. After looking closely at the photo for the new part it displayed the same brand and number as my original capacitor but instead i received one NGM 297286803. The part sent was tried but did not resolve the problem of the upright Frigidaire freezer not starting. I tries for a couple of second then stops and will not come on. Is the part sent different thanthe Shizuki 218909901?

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Justin, The issues you have described would be a start device (relay/overload) and not the capacitor, or a compressor issue.

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Justin for Model Number MFU14M2GW1

Recently Frigidaire model no MFU14M2GW1 stopped running. The contents were partially defrosted. It sounded like it was trying to start up but after a couple of seconds it would quit. If I unplugged it and plugged it back in it would go through the same cycle. I purchased a new run start capacitor model no. 297286803 from AppliancePartsPros.com to replace the old one with no. 218909901. After watching the video I swapped the run start capacitor. Plugged in the freezer, turn it from "Off" to "5". It tried to start but after a couple of seconds it stopped again, same symptoms as before when the original run start capacitor was still installed. Any suggestions on another faulty part. Can I return this Run Start Capacitor as it wasn't used and didn't resolve the problem? Thanks

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Justin, Based on the model and the information provided the issue is either the start device (relay/overload) or the compressor.

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Lar

I have an older model Frigidaire upright freezer - picked it up from friend who is moving- Freezer has not been in use for several years. When plugged in - would not run. Capacitor 216236200 and relay switch 216008900. Motor - Embrace EM160HSC 115 VAC 60 Hz When I look on line - unable to find combo parts and I do not understand how my capacitor shows 180 VAC and most new ones show 140 VAC - Not certain what this all means Can I buy both the capacitor and start stop replay switch Thank you for your assistance.

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Lar, if the model number of this freezer could be provided in a new post, this will allow the most accurate information to be presented.

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Joe, if the condenser coils are clean, there would be a sealed system failure that would require an EPA-certified technician to diagnose and repair.

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Jeff, unfortunately, the model number provided is not showing within our available database. If the model could be verified and provided in a new question, this may allow for more accurate information to be presented. As the fan motor is still fluctuating on and off, the control source would need to be tested for proper operation. If it is sending pulsing voltage to the fan, the control source has failed.

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Bill, It would most likely be a start device that would be starting to fail that would cause this.

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Sarah, The most likely cause for this issue is that when the unit goes into a defrost cycle, it is not coming out properly and causing things to warm up. The defrost timer will be the most likely cause for this and will be part number 241705102.

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Hello Robbin, to be able to assist you, please repost your question with the model number and the part number. Likely you do have the correct part, the manufacturer has likely subbed the original part to the newest version, this may involve modifying the wire harness to accept it.

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Samuel, For this issue, you will want to check the defrost heater and check to make sure that there is no damaged wiring in the unit.

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Mat, Based on the information provided the thermostat would need to be tested for continuity, and if it has no continuity it would need to be replaced. I am sorry but we would need the model and the serial number of your machine to do further research.

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