I used to think multimeters were overkill for basic fridge diagnostics

For years I'd just guess based on compressor warmth or listen for clicks... changed my tune after a call in Portland last Tuesday. Found a bad start relay on a Whirlpool fridge in 5 minutes with a $40 Klein multimeter, saved me from swapping a $600 compressor. Anyone else skip the meter and regret it later?

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2 Comments

the_jason1mo ago

Gotta disagree here. I've been burned more by bad meter readings than just trusting my ears and the click test.

charlesowens1mo ago

Look, sometimes the meter catches a bad connection that sounds fine to the ear.