Escort L4-122 2.0L SOHC VIN P SFI (1999)
Refrigerant Pressure Sensor / Switch: Description and Operation
A/C Pressure Cutoff Switch
The A/C pressure cut-off switch is used to interrupt A/C compressor operation in the event of high system discharge pressures.
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The A/C pressure cut-off switch is mounted on a Schrader valve-type fitting on the high pressure side of the condenser to evaporator tube.
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A valve depressor, located inside the threaded end of the A/C pressure cut-off switch, presses on the Schrader valve stem.
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This allows the A/C pressure cut-off switch to monitor the compressor discharge pressure.
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It is not necessary to discharge the refrigerant system to remove the A/C pressure cut-off switch.
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The A/C pressure cut-off switch has two sets of contacts. One electrical contact is normally closed.
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When the compressor discharge pressure rises to approximately 2,896 kPa (420 psi), the switch contacts open, disengaging the A/C compressor.
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When the pressure drops to approximately 1,724 kPa (250 psi), the contacts close to allow operation of the A/C compressor.
The switch contains a second set of electrical contacts used for high-speed fan control.
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When the compressor discharge pressure reaches approximately 2,241 kPa (325 psi), these contacts close and engage the high-speed fan control.
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When the pressure drops to approximately 1,896 kPa (275 psi), the contacts again open and the high speed fan control is disengaged.
