Bryant
Outdoor Unit Power or Control Failure
Bryant outdoor unit does not run, but indoor blower runs and blows warm air.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Tripped outdoor breaker, Tripped or faulty disconnect, Failed contactor coil, Broken low-voltage wire to condenser
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Use caution around electrical panels and disconnects. Turn off power before opening the outdoor unit.
Steps:
- 1. Check outdoor breaker: Ensure the breaker feeding the Bryant condenser is ON. Reset once if tripped.
- 2. Inspect disconnect: At the outdoor disconnect, pull the handle and inspect fuses (if present). Replace blown fuses with the same type and rating.
- 3. Verify thermostat call at condenser: With power off, inspect the low-voltage wires entering the condenser. Look for breaks or loose connections at the contactor coil.
- 4. Listen for contactor pull-in: With power restored and a call for cooling, listen for a click from the contactor. No click suggests a control issue (thermostat, wiring, or coil).
- 5. Professional help: If power and wiring appear intact but the unit does not run, a technician should test the contactor, capacitor, and compressor.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
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