trane xe1000 troubleshooting

Trane XE 1000 Fan Motor Problem (Solved)

Trane XE 1000 Fan Motor Problem (Solved) – The fan on the outside trane xe1000 unit is making a terrible squealing noise when running (otherwise everything working fine cools/heats house like always). Sometimes it will stop after about 2 minutes but starting yesterday it will not stop the noise. It happened about 3 months ago as well but I took the top off turned it upside down and was able to get some grease on the shaft and it stopped it for about 3 months. I have been reading some of the posts on here and have seen some that replace the trane xe1000 fan motor.

My question is because of the age of the trane unit would it be wise to replace the fan and then start saving for a new unit since it seems that I can get a new fan for around or just under $200. Any thoughts, suggestions, and/or advice about how to troubleshoot trane xe1000 is welcome.

Trane XE1000 Fan Motor Problem

Trane XE1000 Outside Fan Not Working How to Solve it? I have a 10 year old trane xe1000 unit and I heard a humming noise outside this morning . The compressor fan was trying to spin but was binding up. When I turned the unit off, and opened the unit to check the fan motor it turned freely. When it is powered back up, the Trane XE1000 Outside Fan is binding and will not turn.

Try with the unit calling to run . Give the Trane XE1000 Outside Fan a push to start. If it takes off and runs get a new capacitor for it . If not and it does get 220V to it . Id say time for a new motor. make sure you get the same Hp and RPM also that it turns the same way CW or CCW.

When a motor does that it has too much end play meaning one of the bearings has worn on the inside allowing the rotor to move too close to the front plate you will need to replace when you get a new one make sure to take the old one off and get a replacement that has the same characteristics all the info is listed on the data plate and any good supply house should be able to match you up.

If they sell you a universal one the wiring diagrams will walk you through the retrofit they will give you options for a three wire or four wire aplication and you can choose rotation and make sure to get a new trane xe1000 capacitor.

I think you have it right..though a bad fan may not mean you will be needing a new system anytime soon. It is 14 y/o, but a well maintained system may last much longer than that. A new, properly installed and sized system would probably be more efficient and save some money on utilities. No Pro, so don’t know about your system in detail, but I’d keep checking around on the motor. Unless its some sort of proprietary thing, it should be more like $70-100. At least I saw other posts that indicated that…I could be way off. I’m more familiar with A/C’s and furnaces.

i’d go with a new fan motor if your going to do it yourself with an exact replacement.give the blade hub and shaft a good soaking for now…one to prep the fan blade for removal and……two some will run down the shaft into the bearing and keep the noise down.get the info off the motro sticker and you can match it probably at Grainger Industrial Supply they welcome home owners.

Hmmm..if you had just replaced the cap…I’d say no thats wrong…but since you replaced the motor..I presume they gave you the right one. Do you have another cap for the compressor? Why I ask is..some are dual caps..and work for both fan motor and comp. As to the slightly larger motor..if the speed is the same..it’s not a huge issue…might draw a tiny bit more power when running, but as long as the speed is correct.. shouldn’t affect anything. It also depends on if everything was original..with just a cap replacement, you can go higher in voltage but the farads rating should stay the same. Since you got a new motor..I presume it had specs for the cap.

Trane XE1000 Defrost Control Board

Posted By Mas Broto

Trane XE1000 Defrost Control Board – With all the snow here in the northeast, the likes of which I’ve never seen around here in my lifetime, it seems like I get one thing fixed with my trane xe1000 heating system and something else goes wrong. Anyhow, my outdoor trane xe1000 unit was froze over for the second time in the past few days this morning with consistant freezing all around the units coils. I’ve found a lot of help on here with regards to testing the defrost control board, however, this one looks to be a little different than those for which I have found the advice on.

Also, I notice the loose red wire. Should this wire have not been plugged into the “NORM” pin? I have 2 of the same heat pumps and the heat pump that works fine is wired the same way, that is, the red wire was not connected on it either.

Can someone advise me on how best to test this particular type Trane XE1000 Defrost Control Board? Do I jump across the “TST” pin and the “FRC DFT” pins?

Answer about Trane XE1000 Defrost Control Board

The Trane XE1000 manual should be available on the this website or you can go to one of the hvac discussion boards. Logic does not always apply so you need the manual. It would appear that the wire needs to connect to the normal pin and to the defrost pin to force a defrost cycle. The test pin could be something else. Leaving the wire disconnected could be the same as “normal” but with a different time interval.

How to Troubleshoot a Trane XE1000 Air Conditioner

Posted By Mas Broto

Trane XE1000 Air Conditioner is a residential unit meant for whole-home cooling and air conditioning. The air conditioner also filters the air and removes excess moisture from the air, acting as a dehumidifier as well as a cooling unit. You can buy Trane air conditioners from authorized dealers as well as select heating and cooling supply stores and online. The units carry limited warranties. Service calls may be avoided, however, if you perform some trane xe1000 troubleshooting for minor problems.

Trane Xe1000 Troubleshooting Chart

Connect the Trane air conditioner to a live power outlet if it isn’t operational. Reset or replace the fuse or circuit breaker if needed.

Clear the area around the air conditioner of bushes, leaves, dirt, or debris if the machine seems to be running constantly or not cooling well. Remove the cover from the air conditioner when the unit is in use and ensure that objects are not stacked against the unit. Debris and other material can reduce the air flow and reduce overall productivity.

Clean the filter if the air conditioner is not maintaining an accurate cooling temperature. Turn it off and unplug it, and then open the main access panel. Slide out the filter and clean with a few drops of dish washing liquid and cold water. Rinse well and air dry completely. Restore the filter in the air conditioner with the arrows pointed in the air flow direction.

Use a mild household cleaner to remove grease spots on the air conditioner exterior. Avoid using chemical or solvents to clean the unit, as these can damage the finish.

Completely close the blower door if the air conditioner has power but isn’t working. Turn the thermostat to a lower setting and allow time for the air conditioner to function.

How to Troubleshoot a Trane Air Conditioner Fan that Does Not Turn On

Trane XE1000 Air Conditioners provide central cooling that can turn a hot and muggy day into a cool breeze. If your unit’s fan is not working efficiently or at all, however, your unit’s overall performance can diminish. Improper settings, problems with the circuit breaker and freezing condenser coils are some of the common issues likely to interfere with your air conditioner’s fan.

Before calling an expert, perform a few troubleshoot a Trane XE1000 and maintenance steps.

Make your unit is on. Check your thermostat and make sure it is in the “Cool” position. If your thermostat is not working or if you see a low battery warning on your unit’s display, insert new batteries into the battery compartment.
Check your outdoor unit for signs of water if the fan is still not turning on. Check under the unit and the cold exterior surface of the indoor coil enclosure. If your system has frozen up, turn off your thermostat for one to three hours to see if it unfreezes. Contact a qualified technician if your unit does not unfreeze.
Locate your home circuit breaker box. It is usually located in the basement, attic or kitchen. The location varies depending on the house. Turn the circuit breaker off and then turn it back on. This resets it. Contact a qualified technician if you do not feel comfortable dealing with the circuit breaker.
Check your thermostat’s settings if the fan is still not working. Adjust the temperature. If the thermostat is not working, press the “Reset” button to restore the default settings
Open the filter compartment on your outdoor unit and remove the filter. Remove dirt and debris. Reinsert the filter. If your filter is damaged, purchase a new one from appliance or hardware stores and insert it into the filter compartment. Replacing the filter varies with different Trane units, so refer to your Trane XE1000 user manual.

How to Replace a Trane XE1000 Capacitor

The Trane XE1000 capacitor is used in air conditioning units. The capacitor is used to supply extra power for peak times, which avoids a surge or short. Over time, the capacitor can become worn or rusted and may stop functioning. It will then need to be replaced.

Capacitors are inexpensive and the installation takes only a few minutes. Always make sure to discharge the old capacitor after it is removed.

Instructions how to replace Trane XE1000 Capacitor :

Disconnect power to the air conditioner from the main line. This may involve turning off the breaker.
Remove the housing at the back of the A/C unit. There should be screws at the bottom of the unit.
Locate the capacitor. The capacitor is a cylinder 1 foot high and 3 inches in diameter. It should have two wires connected to it. One will be connected to a terminal marked “+”, the other will be connected to a terminal marked with a “-” symbol.
Disconnect the negative wire first. Remember which wire is positive and which is negative.
Disconnect the positive wire.
Remove the capacitor from the mounting bracket. It should pop right out when lifted.
Insert a new capacitor into the mounting bracket.
Connect the positive wire to the capacitor.
Connect the negative wire to the capacitor.
Close the housing.
Reconnect power. Turn on the unit to test the connection.
Discharge the old capacitor. Connect jumper cables to the capacitor’s positive and negative terminals. Connect the cables to something that will drain the power, such as a 200K resistor.