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If my AC technician says my unit is rated at 28.9 amps and drawing 24.8 and should draw about half of rated capacity and that compressor needs to be replaced Is this correct?
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∙ 14y ago
There are several amperage ratings on AC compressors/motors. Locked Motor Amperage (LRA) is the amperage that the motor is fused for. The load of the motor is expressed in amperage or wattage, which is probably the case here. Low amperage readings on an AC unit being charged by amperage load would indicate low freon. High amperage readings indicate overcharge when charging by the amperage load. AC units are not accurately charged by amperage readings and the efficiency of motors is not expressed in amperage readings.
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∙ 14y ago
Yes, it seems correct. If your technician says your unit is drawing 24.8 amps while it is rated at 28.9 amps, which is close to half the rated capacity, it indicates an issue with the compressor. A compressor replacement might be necessary to ensure your AC functions efficiently and safely.
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