Questions

Are condenser fan motors interchangeable?

They are not interchangeable. If you can’t read the label on the old motor, take it apart and look at the number of poles.

Does HP matter on condenser fan motor?

It will work just fine as long the NEMA frame size, voltage and rpm are the same.

How do I choose a condenser fan motor?

Using the specifications of the fan blade is the best way to determine the correct horsepower for a replacement condenser fan motor. The diameter, angle and number of fan blades, along with the RPM of the motor, are the pieces of information necessary to make this determination.

How do I know what size fan motor I need?

The key indicator for determining fan motor size is fan brake horsepower (BHP), which represents the force needed to brake, or stop, the motor. This is the minimum amount of power needed to operate the fan. Your fan manufacturer will always specify brake horsepower.

Can you fix a condenser fan motor?

As we’re in the heart of air conditioner season, you may find yourself dealing with an expired condenser fan motor. Fortunately, this is a repair that can be done by non-professionals. Start by confirming the issue is in fact a motor in need of replacement. Begin by turning off the power to the A.C. unit.

How do I know if my condenser fan motor is bad?

7 Signs and Symptoms of a Bad AC Fan Motor

  1. AC Fan Doesn’t Start. Even though you have the AC turned on, the fan does not start.
  2. AC Fan Doesn’t Stop.
  3. Slow Rotating Blades.
  4. Outside Fan Blades Are Still.
  5. Rattling, Humming, and Buzzing Noises.
  6. AC Runs Intermittently.
  7. No Cold Airflow.

How do I know if my fan is CW or CCW?

Look at the blade that is in the 12 o’clock position. One side of the blade will be resting on the floor and one side will be raised. – If the Right side is raised, then your fan is Clockwise. – If the Left side is raised, then your fan is CounterClockwise.

Are blower motors universal?

Yes, most blower motors are designed to be universal, meaning that they can typically be swapped in furnaces of a different brand. This means that if you have a Goodman furnace, you may be able to purchase a blower motor that isn’t made by Goodman as a replacement.

How do you diagnose a bad condenser fan motor?

5 Signs Your AC Fan Motor Is Bad

  1. The cooling fans won’t turn on.
  2. The fan turns on when the AC is running, but the blades rotate slowly.
  3. You can hear a rattling noise coming from the condenser unit.
  4. It smells like something’s burning.
  5. Blown fuse.

What happens if condenser fan doesn’t work?

If the condenser fan is running you will see the fan blade spinning at speed (typically at 1725 rpm) and you will feel air blowing out of the unit. at BURNED-OUT COMPRESSOR, if the condensing unit fan is not working the compressor itself may shut down or even be ruined by overpressure or over temperature.