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Compressor Overheating Diagnosis & Prevention
In this podcast episode, Bryan and Eric Mele discuss the diagnosis and prevention of compressor overheating in HVAC and refrigeration.
The main causes of compressor overheating are inadequate cooling back to the compressor, low charge, restrictions, and sometimes even poor suction line insulation. We want to keep the suction temperature low while maintaining appropriate superheat. If the suction line temperature is too high, the compressor can't cool down well enough. Dirty condenser coils, low voltage, weak capacitors, or an inadequate condenser fan can also lead to compressor overheating…
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