Yeah, we can't tell him the other safety precaution. It's too
complicated.

I think he will find that the condensor fan is also 220 VAC. And has a
run cap.

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It's the only (usually) relay-looking-gizmo in the outside unit. It
supplies
power to both the fan (120) and the compressor (240). If both are not
working, the obvious culprit is the only thing they have in common -
the
relay.

That said, it could be the relay itself is broken (fried, etc.) or the
voltage that activates the relay (24V) is missing.

If the relay, they're not TOO expensive and, if your hand fits a
screwdriver, you should be able to replace it. Label the wires -
taking
several pictures is better - and take the old one to Graingers. Say
"gimme
one like this".

Remember to wear eye and ear protection when working around
electricity and,
um, er... one other saftey precaution, but I forget...