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As soon as i plug it in the attached plug breaker blows, have ran it once this year without a problem now i can't even turn it on, had it plugged into a power box also tried the wall outlet.

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Check the following :
Wiring (Inspect for any broken or burnt wiring)

Thermostat - burnt or shorted

Compressor - use an ohm meter. One lead on a good ground, touch each terminal with other lead. Any movement on meter compressor is grounded

Overload - Visual inspection


Selector switch - Burnt

Shorted - Control board

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