Before testing the overload protector, unplug
the refrigerator to avoid an electrical shock hazard. Also, if the
compressor uses a capacitor, it must be discharged into a 20-ohm
wire wound resistor. To avoid the risk of electrical shock, touch
the leads of the resistor to the leads of the capacitor.
The overload protector is designed to protect the
compressor motor from damage. The location of the overload protector
is with the start relay on or near the compressor. The compressor
is found at the lower rear of the freezer, with the exception of
the high-end, built in style refrigerator-freezers on which the
compressor is usually on top.
The overload protector is accessed from the
lower rear of the refrigerator. The compressor is labeled
"A", the overload protector is located in the terminal
box which is located at the position labeled "B".
The overload protector can be accessed by
removing the terminal cover box. The cover is held on by tension
or with a retaining clip.
Before testing the overload protector, unplug
the refrigerator to avoid an electrical shock hazard. Also, if the
compressor uses a capacitor, it must be discharged into a 20-ohm
wire wound resistor. To avoid the risk of electrical shock, touch
the leads of the resistor to the leads of the capacitor.
