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Refrigerant Pressure Sensor / Switch: Service and Repair

PRESSURE SWITCH REMOVAL





1. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

INSTALLATION HINT: Evacuate air from the refrigeration system.

Charge system with refrigerant and inspect for leakage of refrigerant.
Specified amount:
850 ± 50 g (29.98 ± 1.76 oz.)

2. REMOVE PRESSURE SWITCH
(a) Disconnect the connector.
(b) Remove the pressure switch from the liquid tube.
Torque: 10 N.m (100 kgf.cm, 7 ft.lbf)

INSTALLATION HINT: Lubricate a new O-ring with compressor oil and install the tube.

HINT: Lock the pressure switch mount on the tube with an open end a wrench, being careful not to deform the tube, and remove the switch.

PRESSURE SWITCH INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.