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Electronic Thermostat

The thermostat consists of the following components:

    • The thermosensor
    • The thermostat unit

These components electrically reduce the noise caused by system operation.

The electronic thermosensor is mounted at the The electronic thermosensor senses the temperature of the cool air from the A/C evaporator. The temperature signals are input to the thermostat unit. This information is compared by the thermounit. The results in output are used in order to complete the following actions:

    • Operate the A/C compressor relay.
    • Turn the A/C compressor clutch on and off.

These actions prevent A/C evaporator freeze up.

A/C Dual Pressure Switch

An A/C dual pressure switch is located on the A/C receiver/dryer or dehydrator.

The switch is normally closed. The switch will open the circuit to the A/C compressor clutch coil if the refrigerant pressure becomes too high or too low.