Hisense
Compressor Start Failure
Clicking sound every few minutes, compressor tries to start but immediately stops, refrigerator not cooling.
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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
Defective start relay/PTC, Weak compressor drawing high current, Open thermal overload, Low supply voltage
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the refrigerator before accessing the compressor area.
- 1. Verify power supply: Ensure the outlet provides stable voltage and is not shared with heavy loads.
- 2. Inspect start relay/overload: Remove the start device from the compressor. Check for burn marks or rattling. Replace with the correct Hisense part if suspect.
- 3. Test compressor windings: Measure resistance between compressor terminals. If readings are abnormal or shorted to ground, the compressor is likely bad.
- 4. After replacing start device: Reconnect and test. If clicking persists, a weak compressor or control issue may require professional diagnosis.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Compressor Start Relay/Overload
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