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Old 02-22-2017, 06:52 PM   #30
DavidM
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Twistedtree is correct. Read my original post. You remove the wires from the capacitor, hook up an ohmeter to the BARE terminals and read the resistance. It should start low and build up as it charges the capacitor. If it starts high and stays high, then it is shot.

I will admit, it is a subjective test and a lot depends on the characteristics of the ohmeter, but if the resistance starts low and rises, it is probably good.

But it is cheap. Just replace it for $10 if you are not sure.

David
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