THanks for the replies, I did try measuring resistance as suggested, but my Fluke 334 only gave OL, I believe its resolution is only to 0.1 ohms. my other cheap (harbor freight freebie) dmm also did not measure any ohms.
I didn't mention the fluke 334 was not true rms, but it did cross my mind if that would have an effect. I don't have that much knowledge of electronics, just average DIY, maybe a little below average, lol.
The compressor is rated at 115 volts and supplied with power from the fridge's PC inverter board. i measured 119 volts AC with both the Fluke and Amprobe going into the inverter board and 114 volts DC going to the compressor with the Fluke and 150Volts DC with the Amprobe.
I'll have to wait to get another DMM with a higher resolution for ohms and make sure its true rms as well.