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Re: Compressor gets hot and blows line

Reverse the polarity to the compressor?
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Originally Posted by Al Skierkiewicz
The compressor runs in either direction. It is more efficient in the proper direction so the opposite polarity gets it a little hotter than normal.
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Originally Posted by Don Rotolo
Temporarily disconnect the compressor and use a voltmeter for testing. reverse polarity may make the compressor supremely unhappy.