Customer Questions and Answers for Compressor Start Kit by Frigidaire

Hello Fassfs. No, there is no need to order the harness unless it is bad. Just order the starter 5304491941.

Hello Steve, This can point to either the start relay or the compressor because a bad compressor will shoot a new relay. The best way to figure which component is at fault is by replacing the start relay. If the compressor is at fault, the new relay will either never start the compressor, or it will only last a day or so. If it is the relay at fault, the problem is solved. If it isn't, considering the cost of a sealed system repair by a certified technician, you may want to consider a new unit.

Hello Troy. You will need to use an ice pick or pick tool and go inside the relay where the wires are connected and press down on the little clip made onto the terminal of the wire. This releases the wire for removal.

Hello Candace, The start device, (start relay and overload), is 5304491941. When you remove the old one, if it's bad, it will rattle when you shake it. The ceramic disk has shattered inside the device if it rattles and will require replacement. If it doesn't rattle, you should check for voltage at the device. If no voltage is present, the adaptive defrost control 5303918476 will require replacement.

Scott, the harness that connects to the starter is part number 241586801. Thanks!

Hello Frank. If you replace the relay/overload 5304491941, and the compressor still is not running, you will need to replace the compressor on the unit. Sometimes, the compressors will test good, but be locked up, and need to be replaced. It sounds like you are dealing with a bad compressor here.

Hello Missy, First check for a crimped water line or low water pressure to the unit. If none is found, replace the water inlet valve 242252603.

Hello Debbie. Check and see if the compressor is clicking on the back of the unit. If not, and unit is just dead, then the defrost timer 5303918476 will need to be replaced in the unit. Hope this helps.

Hello Greg. Make sure the hole in the back of the refrigerator is not clogged with ice. You will need to remove the back wall inside the freezer to check this. If it is clogged, you will need to replace the evaporator fan motor. If it is not clogged, you will need to replace the temperature control 241537103 in the unit. Hope this helps.

John, based on the information we have, you don't need the "pig tail wire". Insert the wires in the same location on the new relay as the old, attach the relay to the pins on the compressor, slide the capacitor 5304464438 onto the peg of the relay until seated tightly in the slots. Thanks