Introduction: How to Test a PTC Relay / Fix a Fridge That Cannot Start / Clicking Fridge
A PTC relay is a device that is used when the fridge compressor motor starts. A fridge with a faulty PTC relay cannot start or continuously clicks on and off unable to start. This instructable shows how to test a PTC relay to determine whether it is broken or not. If you test the relay and it is indeed broken you can note the part number and order replacement.
3 Comments
Question 2 years ago on Introduction
The relay and overload of fridge compressor pass the continuity test. Other parts are OK. Compressor 3 pin show 10, 44 and 53 ohm. Fridge is tripping frequently. What is the problem?
Question 5 years ago
what is the common problem of ptc relay of refrigeration?
6 years ago
got 50 ohms vice versa both two connector. is it broken?