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2025-08-15 18:34:57
Its true! This thing provides the necessary kick for older compressors! I'm more than pleased with the AMI PARTS SPP6 Hard Start Capacitor Replacement! I was experiencing issues with my air conditioner unit, particularly during hot summer days when it would struggle to start. After installing the SPP6, I've noticed a HUGE difference. The installation process was straightforward, and the instructions provided were clear and concise. The quality of the capacitor is top-notch, and I can already feel the increased compressor torque - it's like a whole new unit! I think the SPP6 has improved the performance of my air conditioner and possibly made it more energy-efficient.
R. Hudgens
2025-07-05 17:42:23
Seriously, it was harder to remove the screws and cover to the capacitor area than it was to install the device. Once installed, the compressor fired right back up without the loud noise! So far, so good and this was so worth it. I’ll update if things change but I am very happy that it worked and was so easy. DO NOT PAY A TECH TO DO THIS! It is literally a 5 minute job.
Jack
2025-06-06 15:18:52
My Florida Heat Pump (now owned by Bosch) compressor was failing to start when the system commanded it to start. It would hum for about 5 seconds and then time out. This cycle would repeat over and over, sometimes starting and sometimes the system seemed to quit trying (after about ten minutes and 50 or so failed starts of the compressor). Anyway, this piggy back capacitor is simply added in parallel to the existing capacitor and it works like a champ. Two things to note: (1) capacitors can zap you even when you've removed the 220Vac at the breaker...you must discharge the existing capacitor or you'll become the discharge path and that's gonna hurt... and (2) it's possible you just need to replace your existing capacitor and this boost is unnecessary. If your compressor is older and a capacitor swap didn't fix your problem, this is the easy button you were hoping for. As for how long this bandaid fix will last, I dunno, but, at the price of a new compressor, this thing will pay for itself in about a month or two.
Bonnie Eagle/stephen Eagle
2025-05-14 12:51:57
takes just a few minutes to install, instructions a breeze, unit runs immediately on a central air unit the service folks told me had a locked up compressor, and while running runs quieter, and draws half the current it was drawing before hand. I added a new run capacitor also at same time. Installs so easy a child could do it, no complaints, what so ever from here. saved me 1,600.00
Paul Glickman
2025-05-08 14:38:09
This reduces the amount of current the condenser draws at startup and should be included with EVERY air conditioner! Repair men will rip you off if you call them to come out and install this and its literally only 2 wires. This will also increase the longevity of your condenser. Buy it!
DC
2025-04-03 18:55:23
Easy to install if your somewhat familiar with home AC units. However, this unit, and many others listed are cheap knockoffs from China. Just read the label and see they can't even spell the word AND correctly. I don't expect this to last that long, maybe a few months, we will see.
Troy B
2025-04-01 19:35:30
Quick delivery which was helpful with the crazy heat wave.The compressor was not kicking on, but the fan was working fine. I keep a spare capacitor on hand as they are cheap and the usual cause of AC units not to function. However, on this case the capacitor was fine. A friend in the AC repair field told me about these hard starters and at $15 I considered it a safe bet. Easy to hook up, please search the internet for some instructions on installation.Three days now of a working AC unit without a service call!!
Eddie60175
2025-01-22 11:11:08
I hate to write bad reviews but just FYI... I purchased this because one of my HVAC units would give a pretty significant BUZZZZ from the breaker box when it would kick on. I called my good friend who owns an HVAC company and he recommended I first change the main capacitor, but that didn't help. He also recommended I get one of these and advised I purchase a couple because he's finding that all HVAC parts he's finding just don't last as long as they did, say, 25 years ago. So I bought 2. They're very easy to install and it did help to significantly reduce the BUZZZZ coming from the breaker box. But after just five (5) months it stopped working. I removed it and it had that telltale smell of burnt death. I then swapped in the other one I purchased and it's back to helping out. Your mileage may vary but at this price point, given the ease of install, and how it actually does seem to help, it's not a bad purchase or fix, just don't expect a long service life.
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