Pump Capacitors - Further Reading

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A common reason for pumps not starting is failure of the start capacitor. There can be two types of capacitors in a pump - a start capacitor and/or a run capacitor.

Not all motors have run capacitors. The newer VS pumps do not have a start capacitor either.

The start capacitor is often under the small bump at the top of the motor. Or it can be inside the motor.

Some capacitors have a bleed resistor connecting the two prongs. If your capacitor has a bleed resistor it should be moved to the new capacitor.[1]

Be careful when handling a capacitor. It can hold a voltage charge for a long time and you can be shocked by it.

It has been reported that many Ace Hardware Stores carry start capacitors if you need something right now.[2]