Capacitor 8551-51

Brand: Kenmore · Appliance: Air Conditioner · Fits: 10 models · Reference price: $9.49

8551-51 is a Kenmore replacement part (capacitor) for air conditioners. Our fitment data lists 10 models that use it.

When to replace this part

Controls, timers and wiring

Symptom: A cycle that doesn't advance, an unresponsive display, or the unit not starting at all.

Check: Look for burn marks or a burnt smell near the board or terminals, and check whether buttons and knobs respond -- a unit that powers on but won't cycle often traces back to this group.

Models that use this part

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Reference price and where to compare

The reference price on file for this part is $9.49. It is informational only, not an offer or an Amazon price — RepairKitHub does not sell parts directly.

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Before you order

• Match the part number character for character, including dashes and trailing letters; a single different character is usually a different part.
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• If a seller offers a substitute number, check that it appears in this page's replacement list or in the manufacturer's documentation.

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