6. Troubleshooting and check 
 
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6.4.  Part replacement 
 
  The  following  parts  are  subject  to  deterioration  and  failure  of  equipment  due  to  mechanical 
friction  or  aging.  Therefore,  periodical  inspection  and  regular  replacement  are  necessary  for 
preventive preservation. 
 
1) Smoothing Capacitor: Aging characteristics due to ripple current. The life of a capacitor is   
 highly dependent on the ambient temperature and the operating conditions, but 10 years is   
 the standard for continuous operation under normal air-conditioning conditions. Aging of   
 capacitors proceeds rapidly over a period of time, so the inspection period should be checked   
 at least once a year (less than half a year when it is close to life). 
 
As an external judgment standard of inspection matter 
a. Condition of the case: side, bottom extension of the case 
b. Condition of the lid: prominent expansion, extreme cracking, cracking 
c. Explosion-proof condition: Significant extension of the sides, working 
d. In addition, the service life is judged when the rated capacity of the capacitor regularly falls   
 below 85%, such as appearance, sheathing, cracking, discoloration, and leaking water. 
 
2) Relays: Poor contact occurs due to contact wear caused by switching current. As it depends   
 on the power supply capacity, the life cycle is based on 100,000 cumulative switching times   
 (switching life).