Air Conditioning (A/C) Pressure Switch
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The A/C pressure switch is used for additional A/C system pressure control. The A/C pressure switch is also referred to as the refrigerant containment switch.
For refrigerant containment control, the normally closed high pressure contacts open at a predetermined A/C head pressure. This turns off the A/C by opening the A/C demand circuit, preventing the A/C pressure from rising to a level that would open the A/C high pressure relief valve.
For additional information, refer to the CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .