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This motor keeps air flowing across the outdoor coil. If the motor stops working, the outdoor unit cannot release heat. The system will overheat and shut down to protect itself.
Specifications
- Part number: 1053217
- Brand: Comfortmaker
- Part type: Central air conditioner condenser fan motor
- Amps: 0.8 Amps
- Frame: 48
- Horsepower: 1/8 HP
- Phase: Single Phase
- Rotation: Clockwise (CW)
- Rpm: 840 RPM, 2-Speed
- Voltage: 208–230 VAC
- HP: must be the same
- RPM and volts: must be the same
- Rotation and shaft: match, or pick a reversible motor
From the maker's and parts sellers' listings for this number. Compare them with the label on your old part.
What the Condenser Fan Motor Does
Your central air conditioner pulls heat out of your home and sends it outdoors. The condenser fan motor sits at the top of the outdoor unit and spins the fan blades.
This airflow pulls outdoor air through the condenser coils to remove that heat. When the motor fails, heat gets trapped inside the unit. The system quickly overheats and shuts down.
Understanding the 1053217 Motor Specifications
Every replacement motor must match the electrical and physical ratings of the original unit. The specifications for the 1053217 motor are listed below.
- Horsepower: 1/8 HP
- RPM: 840 RPM, 2-Speed
- Voltage: 208, 230 VAC
- Current: 0.8 Amps
- Phase: Single Phase
- Frame: 48
- Rotation: Clockwise (CW)
How to Confirm a Match
Matching motor ratings prevents electrical overloads and mechanical issues. Follow the basic matching rules for condenser fan motors to ensure safe operation.
- HP: must be the same
- RPM and volts: must be the same
- Rotation and shaft: match, or pick a reversible motor
Troubleshooting and Safe Replacement
A fan that hums but will not spin is often caused by a bad capacitor rather than a bad motor. Because a capacitor costs less, check it first before deciding to change the motor.
If the motor has failed, disconnect all power sources first. Take a clear photo of every wire before removing the old part. Move the wires one at a time to the matching spots on the new part. Remember that a new motor often needs a new capacitor rated specifically for it.
Read your old part
- Shut off electrical power at the breaker and the outdoor disconnect box.
- Remove the outdoor unit access panel and find the metal data label on the motor body.
- Check the part number on the label to verify it reads 1053217.
- Compare the specs on your old motor label, including 1/8 HP, 840 RPM, 2-Speed, and 208, 230 VAC.
- Confirm the rotation direction shows Clockwise (CW) and the frame size shows 48.
When to call a pro
Hire a licensed HVAC technician for any step you are not sure you can do safely. You should also call a licensed electrician or HVAC tech if you need line voltage work such as disconnects or whips replaced.
Questions
What does the 1053217 condenser fan motor do?
It spins the fan on top of your outdoor unit. If it stops, the unit overheats and shuts down.
Why is my outdoor fan humming but not spinning?
A fan that hums but will not spin is often a bad capacitor, not a bad motor. A capacitor costs less, so check it first.
Do I need a new capacitor when changing this motor?
Yes, a new motor often needs a new capacitor rated for it. Always check the rating requirements on the new motor.
How can I avoid wiring mistakes during replacement?
Take a photo of every wire before removing a part. Move wires one at a time to the same spots on the new part.
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