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Refrigerant Pressure Sensor / Switch: Description and Operation

A/C PRESSURE SWITCH
Air conditioning system pressure below 176.5 ± 9.6 kPa (25.6 ± 2.8 psi) indicates a loss of refrigerant or refrigerant oil. The A/C pressure switch opens with low system pressure to prevent compressor damage. Also, with system pressure above 2942 ± 196.1 kPa (426.6 ± 28.4 psi), the A/C pressure switch opens to prevent compressor damage.