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An air conditioner soft start device that overheats.
The link explains how a malfunctioning air conditioner soft start device can lead to overheating, increasing the fire risk.

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Sam
Re: An air conditioner soft start device that overheats.
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The link explains how a malfunctioning air conditioner soft start device can lead to overheating, increasing the fire risk.

Interesting…. wonder if the soft start device is one made by GE (proprietary), or if it applies to all soft start devices?
Zia, our 2006 24’ TK
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Re: An air conditioner soft start device that overheats.
Reply #2 –
Solid-state soft starts have been in use for four decades or longer. It's a well-proven technology.
The GE A/Cs mentioned in the article must not have been designed properly, the problem is not an issue in better-built products.
I added an RV soft start to our LD’s A/C three years ago after repairing the A/C twice from damage caused by compressor starts under low voltage conditions. It has worked flawlessly since, even under low-voltage conditions. I fully recommend their use.
SoftStartRV – The RV AC Soft Start For Any RV Air Conditioner

Larry
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Re: An air conditioner soft start device that overheats.
Reply #3 –
Like Larry says, soft starts have been around for years mostly in commercial and industrial applications. I wouldn't hesitate to use one but one thing everyone needs to keep in their mind is you get what you pay for. If you are going to get one, buy a good one.

Jon
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