Electrical Question From Ashley About Troubleshooting

On my air conditioning condenser unit outside, I have an issue with my blower fan motor not running when switched on.

Electrical Question about: Troubleshooting

Received from Ashley a Handyman in Barnesville, Georgia

Question: On my air conditioning condenser unit outside,  I have an issue with my blower fan motor not running when switched on. How do I test the start capacitor, and if bad, how do I de-energize to remove part if need to replace?

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