The front Dometic Penguin 2 fan motor does not start on its own. The motor, starter capacitor, relay, and run capacitor have been replaced. The fan operates when manually assisted.
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Sounds like a low voltage issue.
Raymond Ward
1 month ago
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Check the schematic for your unit. Use a DVOM to check for 110v on wires going to the fan. Check the neutral. A bad neutral or hot anywhere will cause starting issues. If you can spin the motor by hand and it runs without tripping the breaker, the issue is likely start voltage. Check the board and wiring as you have replaced other components.
Nicole Sullivan
1 month ago
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Check if the hamster wheel continues to spin or has resistance when pushed. The run capacitor is typically the only capacitor for the fan. If the fan runs when you push start it, the capacitor may be faulty.
Christina Stewart
1 month ago
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The starter capacitor may be for the fan. Consider ordering a run capacitor as it might be the issue.
Alice Sullivan
1 month ago
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A capacitor cannot be checked with an ohm meter.
Frank Cox
1 month ago
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The fan motor run capacitor is likely faulty as symptoms suggest. Replacing it can resolve the issue.
Thomas Long
1 month ago
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To check a capacitor with an ohm meter, read the ohms one way, then reverse polarity. If it doesn't read low and then climb high, it is burnt out.
Mark Cook
1 month ago
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The compressor is running.
Helen Patterson
1 month ago
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Low-cost multi-meters can check capacitors (uF).
George Washington
1 month ago
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