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Compressor Start Kit

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By: Frigidaire

Part Number: OEM17209152

Manufacturer Part Number: 5304491941

The Compressor Start Kit is an OEM part for Frigidaire refrigerators. It is responsible for providing a reliable start-up for the compressor. It includes the necessary components to assist in initiating the compressor's motor, allowing it to run efficiently.

A bad compressor start kit can occur due to electrical issues, damage, or wear over time. If the start kit fails, it can lead to problems such as the compressor not starting, warm temperatures inside the refrigerator, or inconsistent cooling performance.

Symptoms of a bad compressor start kit include:

Compressor not starting or struggling to start.
Warm temperatures inside the refrigerator.
Inconsistent cooling or inadequate cooling.
Unusual noises coming from the compressor.

If you're experiencing any of these issues, it's time to replace the compressor start kit with this genuine part. Restore the proper functioning and cooling performance of your refrigerator with a new compressor start kit. This OEM Frigidaire part can also be used on Electrolux, Frigidaire, Gibson, Kelvinator, Westinghouse, and Sears/Kenmore.

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For Frigidaire Compressor Start Kit (Part Number: OEM17209152)

Gary March 10, 2016

The Compressor Starter on my refrigerator fried. The number on it is 218721113. This part isn't made any longer and I'm not ready to spend $60 on eBay for a used one. My search for information about a substitute has been fruitless. I found one eBay with the number 218721119. The picture looks the same. I found a list of models the 218721113 is used on and a list of models the 218721119 is used on but when I cross referenced them, nothing matched. Can you suggest a replacement for the 218721113? Would it be dangerous to try the 218721119 if it fits? Thanks in advance

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Hello Gary. Sorry, the part needed 218721113 has been permanently discontinued by the manufacturer and we don't know of any source or replacement for the part. If the other fits and runs the unit properly, then it should be fine.

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Clay S February 16, 2016 for Model Number Frigidaire Refrigerator Model FRS26F4CW1

My question is about a Frigidaire Model FRS26F4CW1. I can hear the evaporator fan try to start when the compressor is not running. This repeats several times before it finally starts and continues to running. I have taken the cover off the evaporator and checked the fan, it appeared to be OK. It turns smoothly, freely and shows no visible damage. The way the evaporator fan swings in the rubber isolation mount makes me wonder if that has damaged the wiring or the funky connector plug at the fan and caused an intermittent connection problem. What do you think?

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Clay, The evaporator fan most likely is not what is trying to turn on when the unit compressor starts if you are hearing a clicking noise. This would sound more likely that the compressor start relay that is making the clicking noise and you will want to check to make sure that the condenser fan is running and check to make sure that the compressor is not what is clicking.

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David F February 05, 2016 for Model Number frs26r2aw6

Just received the starter kit: AP5736381 (5304491941) and the instructions state to connect the red and blue wires to the red and blue wires coming from the molex connector. Only problem is that both of the wires coming from the molex connector are white. Looking at the black and white photo in the instructions the darkest wire is to the outside of the device and the lighter wire is closest to the capacitor. Am I correct to assume that the darkest wire at the edge of the device (in the photo) would be where the red wire would be spliced and the lightest color wire closest to the capacitor is where the blue wire would be spliced? As there are no markings on the device stating which is the line and which is the neutral post. Nor are there any markings on the white wires. The photo shows this as (starting with the left edge) CAPACITOR LIGHT WIRE DARK WIRE (right edge)

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David, The blue wire is the neutral on the unit and will go on the pin that is closest to the long shaft in the middle of the relay. The red wire will connect to the one on the outside pin.

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Michael J September 30, 2015 for Model Number FRS23LH5DS9

HI, My Frigidaire refrigerator isn't cooling. Compressor making a clicking sound like its trying to start. I check the web and everyone are saying to replace the compressor relay. I decided to replace with starter kit and compressor still not starting. Could it be a bad compressor or I just need to buy a new refrigerator?

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Michael, With replacing the starter and the compressor is still clicking, this would indicate a locked rotor on the compressor in which it would need to be replaced. You would want a service technician to replace the compressor if you choose to do so. The part number for the compressor on your unit is 5304511983.

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Garry July 26, 2015 for Model Number GLRS267ZAB5 Electrolux

I installed the start kit 5304491941. No matter which way I orient the red and blue wires to the compressor controller-makes a rattle noise as soon as the cord is plugged to the wall and I hear a click noise and the compressor kicks out. I hear a click in a few minutes as the device resets

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Garry, With the relay still clicking after you installed a new one then the issue will be caused by a faulty compressor. This would be known as a locked rotor and the compressor would need to be replaced.

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Donko June 18, 2015 for Model Number frs26r4a

Hi, There My fridge make loud noise like transformer once in a while. Can make it after an hour or after 10 min and last from a second to 3-4 seconds. It sound the same every time, but is different length and is not in the same intervals. It is not when the fridge start, but when it is working. It is cooling OK no problems but the noise is bothering me. The noise comes from compressor. Is it the starter kit or compressor. How can I be sure. Thank you!

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Hello Donko. You need to check and see if it is the water valve energizing when the icemaker cycles.

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Charlie March 13, 2015 for Model Number PLHS269ZCB2

received starter device #5304491941 2 white wires and no markings to indicate load or neutral posts on harness old part has red wire (load) and blue wire (neutral) Do I connect the blue wire to the post closest to the middle of the new starter as shown in the instructions, color pic step 5? Two answers to this question seem to contradict...answer to "Tina" states blue connects to post closest to middle....however, that post seems to pass directly through to the overload....which contradicts the answer to K.a. ...K.a. states he attached blue to the post closest to the middle of the starter as shown in pic and as stated in answer to Tina this resulted in his starter burning....Please clarify which post to attach red (load) and Blue (neutral) ...on new starter is red the top post closest to the edge of starter and blue the bottom post that's toward the middle of starter...or visa versa...

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Hello Charlie, The red wire should connect to the "L" terminal on this start device. This will be the connection closest to the edge of the device. The blue wire will connect to the "N" terminal which is the other terminal. This is accomplished by splicing the wires to the correct, (corresponding) terminals.

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Keith November 09, 2014 for Model Number frs26r4a86

I'm ordering a 3-in-1 relay kit and I need to know what horsepower my refrigerators' condenser is.

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Hello Keith, The condenser is not rated with a horsepower. If your model number is actually, you actually need to order 5304491941.

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Refrigerator Help November 03, 2014 for Model Number wrt21qrb

Went to the back and while unplugged shook the starter. This piece is marked with part number 216008901. It rattled and out came broken pieces of a silver metallic disc. The fridge and freezer does not cool. Makes a clicking sound as if trying to start the compressor. Will this starter kit work to replace the part? Do I have to replace the entire section? Or only the part numbered that rattled. Thanks for the help.

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Hello, This is a bad start relay 5304426651 and it will have to be replaced.

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Tina November 01, 2014 for Model Number glrs234zab5

We bought starter kit 5304491941 after hearing people saying their ref was doing the same as ours. The kit comes with 2 white wires instead of a blue and red. And has no markings or numbers for us to know which way to hook up. Help please

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Tina, Plug the white wires up to the started. With it hooked up and the terminals at the bottom when looking at it, the bottom wire will be your L1 which you will splice the red wire to it. The other will be the neutral and takes the light blue wire.

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