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    Oct 19, 2009, 11:48 AM
    Heatpump outside unit tryping braker
    Have checked with volt ohm meter for short. Tracked it to compressor.
    Is the compressor shoot?
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    Oct 19, 2009, 12:48 PM
    Well you measured the ohms to ground. If it shows shorted to ground then it is toast.
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