297237702 Frigidaire Refrigerator/Freezer Start Device

Refrigerator/Freezer Start Device

This device assists the compressor by providing an initial boost and then disengages once the motor reaches the necessary speed. It is useful if your refrigerator fails to start.

Frigidaire, Electrolux, and Sears-Kenmore products can use this Compressor Start Relay, an OEM part for Frigidaire refrigerators. Its main function is to initiate the compressor's operation by delivering power to the compressor motor, thus starting the cooling cycle.

The start relay also includes an overload feature that protects the compressor from overheating by cutting off the power supply if excessive heat is detected.

A start relay or overload can become faulty due to normal wear, electrical problems, or component failure.

Indicators of a malfunctioning start relay include:

- The refrigerator not cooling properly or at all
- Strange noises from the compressor area
- The compressor not starting or frequently cycling on and off

This OEM part from Frigidaire is also compatible with Electrolux, Gibson, Kelvinator, Westinghouse, and Sears/Kenmore appliances.

This part addresses the following issue:
- Refrigerator won't start