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larryjudd
Jan 14, 2010, 01:20 PM
I just installed a new compressor fan motor and its working fine, but it is blowing air into the condenser housing. Should't the air be blowing out?

hvac1000
Jan 14, 2010, 01:56 PM
Yes. Reverse the motor if the motor wiring diagram show's how to do it and if it is reversible it will. If not that is another situation.

I hope you also remember how the blade was mounted and the EXACT depth it was at into the fan shroud ring. This also makes a big difference in how the fan operates.

larryjudd
Jan 15, 2010, 12:22 PM
Thank you. There are two wires from the motor housing just for reversing direction. Piece of cake. I installed the blade the same way it was and since the motor shaft was a little longer I was able to adjust the fan blades to approx. 1/2 inch above the compressor. I understand that's supposed to be more efficient. Again, thank you for your response

hvac1000
Jan 15, 2010, 02:36 PM
Glad you got it going.