fridge freezer cut off after 5s

[gologolab]

hi every body

i have got a Lec T450cw fridge freezer. it cuts of after 5 seconds of switching it on and goes quiet and dead. after a while if it is switched on again same thing happens over and over again.
so to begin with electricity gets into the fridge but cuts of after 5 seconds. any suggestions?

[HayZee518]

Sounds to me that the compressor is locked up - won't rotate and the thermal overload is kicking out. Refrig techs have a unit that uses a capacitor and jumpers to reverse a stuck compressor - but this is just a last resort. You may have to replace the compressor - not a DIY project - have to be EPA certified

[Dan O.]

quote:Originally posted by gologolab
electricity gets into the fridge but cuts of after 5 seconds. any suggestions?

As HayZee518 said, it sounds like the compressor is trying to start but failing and cutting out on its overload protector.

That symptom could be caused by a defective starting relay or overload protector (both mounted on the compressor) or the compressor itself. Poor voltage to the appliance (like from running it on an extension cord) could also cause that symptom. A refrigeration technician has special tools to determine which component might be the problem so you might need to call one in.

If the compressor is defective, unless it is still under the manufacturer's warranty, in many cases the appliance would not be worth repairing. Around here (North America) compressor are usually warranted for 5-10 years from the original date of purchase. I don't know what the warranties are where you are (Europe?).

BTW. Allowing the fridge to continue to click on and off can damage the compressor ($$$+) if it isn't already the cause. In such a case the appliance should be disconnected from power until it can be serviced.

JFYI

Dan O.

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