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Customer Questions and Answers for Compressor Start Device by Frigidaire

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Part Number: OEM13179660
Manufacturer Part Number: 241941003

The Compressor Start Device is an OEM part for Frigidaire refrigerators. It is crucial for initiating the operation of the refrigerator's compressor, which is responsible for cooling the appliance. This device provides the necessary power boost to start the compressor and ensures it runs efficiently.

You should replace the compressor start device if it becomes faulty. Causes of a bad compressor start device can include electrical failures, wear and tear over time, or power surges that damage its components.

Symptoms of a bad compressor start device include:

  • The refrigerator not cooling properly
  • The compressor not starting
  • Clicking noises from the back of the refrigerator
  • The refrigerator cycling on and off frequently

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

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For Frigidaire Compressor Start Device (Part Number: OEM13179660)

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Hello Marsha, when the freezer temperature is climbing check if the compressor is running or not, if not then replace the starter 241941003, if the compressor is running the evap fan should be running also in the freezer, next check if the evap coils are overly frosted as if a no defrost, otherwise, this may be the beginning of a sealed system problem.

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Yummy, A model number of the refrigerator and the part number of your "universal" start device, would've been a lot more helpful. But basically, the wire attached to the top terminal of the start device you listed, should be the 120 VAC power supply (Hot) to the device. the wire on the lower terminals would ne the neutral leg of the circuit. You'll need to be careful, but disconnect the top wire from the start device, restore power to the refrigerator and make sure the control is on and in a cooling mode. With a multi meter, check from the upper wire terminal to chassis ground, you should read 120 VAC.

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Hello Ronald. Unfortunately we do not have the instructions for the part available. This is not a difficult repair and you should be able to do it. The instructions are basically that you would cut the original wires and connect the new harness to adapt the new relay. One thing that you will want to keep in mind, on the new relay there is a N and a L stamped by the terminals. Connect the new harness then look at the stamping and the wire that is connected to N will be your neutral.

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Hello Tony. Unplug the unit and remove the clip holding the starter to the compressor. Then pull the start device off the side of the compressor and unplug the wires going to it and remove the capacitor. Install the new start device in reverse order.

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Hello Tony, A motor won't just go out. Normally a motor failure is caused by overloading the motor or excessive current flow. I would first check the line voltage to the receptacle, to make sure the unit isn't being supplied too much or too little voltage. Loose connections are also important to locate and correct since a loose connection is a point of high resistance, which causes high current flow. The high current flow will overheat the windings in the motor and melt the lacquer that insulates them from making electrical contact to one another. The most likely cause of the repeated failure is a poor electrical connection, so look for discolorations at the wire connections.

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