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Air Conditioning High Pressure Switch

The A/C pressure cutoff switch is used to interrupt A/C compressor operation in the event of high system discharge pressures.
- The A/C pressure cutoff switch is mounted on a Schrader valve-type fitting on the high pressure side of the A/C manifold and tube.
- A valve depressor, located inside the threaded end of the A/C pressure cutoff switch, presses on the Schrader valve stem.
- This allows the A/C pressure cutoff switch to monitor the compressor discharge pressure.
- When the compressor discharge pressure rises, the switch contacts open, disengaging the A/C compressor. When the pressure drops, the contacts close to allow operation of the A/C compressor. Refer to specifications regarding operating pressure(s).
- It is not necessary to Perform the Refrigerant Discharging and Recovery Procedure to remove the A/C pressure cutoff switch.