Sounds like a seized compressor. What parts were replaced last year? was the system flushed? proper type and amount of oil added? You probably need a new compressor, drier, restrictor tube, oil and Freon.
Just had a new air conditioner put in last year and all seemed
fine
until last week when I turned the air conditioner on as usual, not only
> did the belt squeal loudly and start smoking but then killed the > engine.
>
> What disaster has befallen me and how should I proceed. A neighbor has
> guages and a dryer that I could use, but what I'm requesting is
not only
a troubleshooting step-by-step but also; once I've gotten to the root
> cause, how should I then repair it ?
>
> Your time is most
> Appreciated,
>
> Courtney