AC fan went out

[Sigblitz]

I ordered a new one. Now we wait.

 

[2tonic]

Did the fan quit completely, or does your AC system just not seem to cool like it should?

Many times the capacitor fails and the fan starts running backwards, which drastically reduces system efficiency (fan should blow upwards).

 

[Brandon]

May just be your capacitor. It can fail so your outdoor fan won't turn on.

If you poke a stick in the top and try to turn the fan and switch your ac on you may get it to come on for that cycle.

Be careful, spin the fan in the right direction if you try to do this.

 

[Sigblitz]

I tested the cap with a cap meter. The main winding in the motor is open.

I thought someone would enjoy my hillbilly solution to keep the wife happy.

 

[Sigblitz]

I'm HVAC licensed in a, b, c, chillers, and electric. It's not what I do for a living though.

 

[tmschuller]

I have done in a pinch.. moving air is moving air. Too bad your not close I have a couple in the barn that you could have until the correct motor gets there.

 

[2tonic]

I tested the cap with a cap meter. The main winding in the motor is open.

I thought someone would enjoy my hillbilly solution to keep the wife happy.

I was using my phone, and to tell you the truth, the picture was so small I just assumed it was the top of your cooling stack!
Good one.

 

[Sigblitz]

I have done in a pinch.. moving air is moving air. Too bad your not close I have a couple in the barn that you could have until the correct motor gets there.

Thank you.
Fortunately one is on the way.

 

[printcraft]

That blows.