What you'll notice
The outdoor unit starts, the compressor runs briefly, and then everything shuts down. The fan blade is stationary or turns only if nudged.
Why it happens
A failed fan capacitor, a seized fan motor, or a cracked blade. With no airflow across the condenser the system cannot reject heat and trips on high pressure protection within minutes.
How we fix it
We test the fan capacitor first, check motor current and bearing condition, and inspect the blade for cracks or UV damage. Running the system with a dead outdoor fan risks the compressor, so this is not a fault to leave.
Still not working?
If the checks above haven't restored your fan motor & blower wheel, this usually needs a technician. Our Aircon Service & Maintenance service covers exactly this fault — from R700, quoted upfront.