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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairRheem Furnace Run Capacitor Replacement #12997
Rheem Furnace Run Capacitor Replacement #12997
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$6.99Estimated Savings
$112.5002:06
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the run capacitor on Rheem furnaces. The most common reasons for replacing the run capacitor are if the motor stutters or rotates unevenly.
All of the information in this run capacitor replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Mars, Rheem
Tools used: insulated screwdriver, needle-nose pliers, 5/16” wrench
All of the information in this run capacitor replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Mars, Rheem
Tools used: insulated screwdriver, needle-nose pliers, 5/16” wrench
Step By Step Instructions
1
To replace the run capacitor in your furnace first turn off the power to the furnace.
2
To reach the capacitor, you will need to remove both access panels.
3
Slide the upper panel up to detach followed by the lower panel.
4
To avoid injury, you should release the potentially stored electrical charge in the capacitor. You can do this by placing a screwdriver with an insulated handle across both terminals.
5
Be very careful not to touch the blade.
6
Now use needle-nose pliers to help disconnect the capacitor wires.
7
Use a 5/16th inch open-ended wrench to unthread the mounting screw securing the capacitor.
8
Remove the old capacitor.
9
Install the new run capacitor by positioning it in the mounting bracket then rethread the mounting screw to secure.
10
Connect the wires to the new capacitor.
11
Reinstall the lower access panel first followed by the upper panel.
12
With the repair completed, turn the power back on and your furnace should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the run capacitor on Rheem furnaces. The most common reasons for replacing the run capacitor are if the motor stutters or rotates unevenly.
All of the information in this run capacitor replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Mars, Rheem
Tools used: insulated screwdriver, needle-nose pliers, 5/16” wrench
All of the information in this run capacitor replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Mars, Rheem
Tools used: insulated screwdriver, needle-nose pliers, 5/16” wrench
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
To replace the run capacitor in your furnace first turn off the power to the furnace.
2
To reach the capacitor, you will need to remove both access panels.
3
Slide the upper panel up to detach followed by the lower panel.
4
To avoid injury, you should release the potentially stored electrical charge in the capacitor. You can do this by placing a screwdriver with an insulated handle across both terminals.
5
Be very careful not to touch the blade.
6
Now use needle-nose pliers to help disconnect the capacitor wires.
7
Use a 5/16th inch open-ended wrench to unthread the mounting screw securing the capacitor.
8
Remove the old capacitor.
9
Install the new run capacitor by positioning it in the mounting bracket then rethread the mounting screw to secure.
10
Connect the wires to the new capacitor.
11
Reinstall the lower access panel first followed by the upper panel.
12
With the repair completed, turn the power back on and your furnace should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Run Capacitor
$6.99
Total$0.00
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