Dune
Senior Member
I don't mean the whole condenser unit but just the (reciprocating) compressor. This on early 90's 7K BTU split system, R22. FWIW, I have 5 condensers and 5 air handlers ("cooling units" as Cruisair calls them) on the boat and this is the smallest one, the rest of them work fine.
For sure it needs a new compressor...locked up...problem is not capacitor or relay related. SMX digital control works fine.
I wouldn't do the actual switcheroo myself but have friend who has changed compressors on home systems many times and is confident he can do this one too, plus he has R22. Says system will need to be "flushed" so there is no acid residue. Tecumseh compressor that fits dimension wise, BTU size, R22, and voltage is only $225 plus shipping. Any other words of advice, such as a new dryer ? or ?
FWIW, the alternative is new Cruisair R22 7K BTU compatable condenser and new SMX 2 control, adapter cable, installation at around $5,600 !!
For sure it needs a new compressor...locked up...problem is not capacitor or relay related. SMX digital control works fine.
I wouldn't do the actual switcheroo myself but have friend who has changed compressors on home systems many times and is confident he can do this one too, plus he has R22. Says system will need to be "flushed" so there is no acid residue. Tecumseh compressor that fits dimension wise, BTU size, R22, and voltage is only $225 plus shipping. Any other words of advice, such as a new dryer ? or ?
FWIW, the alternative is new Cruisair R22 7K BTU compatable condenser and new SMX 2 control, adapter cable, installation at around $5,600 !!