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    Jun 24, 2007, 07:23 PM
    Airconditioner compressor
    Need advice on compressor. Compressor keeps running after cooling cycle. Installed new thermostat which seemed to help, but a few days later noticed the same problem. Want to know if there is anything we can do before calling a service tech. Thanks.
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    Jun 24, 2007, 07:40 PM
    The outside unit continues to run, or just the compressor?
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    Jun 24, 2007, 07:41 PM
    It could be a contactor sticking, does the indoor fan run too? Or just the outdoor unit?
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    Jun 24, 2007, 07:43 PM
    The fan on the unit outside is running. I just assumed it was the compressor.
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    Jun 24, 2007, 07:51 PM
    Do you own a voltage meter? If so, next time it does this, go outside, remove the electrical cover, locate the contactor ( set of contacts), on both sides of the contactor there is a small wire, put a lead on each side, do you have 24 volts?
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    Jun 24, 2007, 07:53 PM
    Can you give me the model number and brand of the unit?
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