Does My Ac Need a Hard Start Kit

Anyone who owns an air conditioner should get a hard start kit because using them will allow the compressor to start up in as little time as possible in the inrush amperage mode. The quick startup will extend the life of your AC units compressor and allow the unit to start more efficiently.

What does an AC Hard Start Kit do?

A hard start kit is a start capacitor and a potential relay or PTC ( positive temperature coefficient ) device. They are designed to give your air conditioning compressor an electrical boost upon startup.

Can Hard Start Kit damage compressor?

While using a hard start kit can prolong the life of your air conditioning, it can also cause some possible damage to the compressor with continued usage. The reason is due to the fact that a hard start kit will send too much current for too long to start the compressor.