TM 9-4120-378-14
4.29 CAPACITORS-INSPECT/TEST/REPLACE . This task covers removal, test and installation.
INITIAL SETUP
Equipment Condition:
Test Equipment:
Special Tool:
Offset screwdriver
Remarks
Location/Item
Action
Disconnect air conditioner power source
before doing maintenance work on elec-
trical system.
Ground all capacitors before touching.
Fan Motor and
Compressor
Start Capaci-
tors
Removal
a,
Removal is only necessary
Loosen eight screws (1) securing straps (2 and
when capacitors are to be re-
3) holding capacitors to underside of rear top
cover. Do not remove straps.
dated.
b.
Remove capacitors (4 and 5) by sliding out from
under straps (2 and 3).
c.
pacitor (4) terminals.
Compressor
Run Capacitor
Removal
a.
Slide rubber boot (7) away from leads.
b.
Using an instrument with an insulated handle,
discharge capacitor,
c.
Tag and disconnect leads. (Model A9KH-115P)
Loosen strap screw (8) using offset screwdriver.
(Model F9000H-1S) remove screws (8) and nuts
(11 ) using screwdriver and wrench.
d.
straps (9).
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