Removing Pressure Switch

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WARNING: Refrigerant

Danger of freezing

→ Avoid contact with refrigerant.

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Information

Support the refrigerant line with your hand close to the pressure switch when screwing the pressure switch on and off.

Loosen the left fastening screw (in direction of travel) -1- and remove the water drip pan -2- .

Fig 1: Identifying DME Control Unit Bracket With Screws
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Release electric plug connection -a- and disconnect it -A- .

Fig 2: Removing Pressure Switch
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Unscrew pressure switch -1- .