Compressor Turns On But Turns off Right Away

Viper — Troubleshooting — Refrigeration

1. Symptom – Compressor Turns On But Turns off Right Away

   The compressor turning on and then off can be a defective compressor and related components. It also can be tuned on and off due to other conditions. Listed are the most common reasons:

   1. Internal compressor overload

   2. Faulty motor board or viscosity read out

   3. Compressor windings

   4. Start capacitor