AC Compressor ?

[JROSS]

What is the difference between a switched and non switched Compressor. I was getting info for one and the parts guy asked me which one I needed but he didn't know the difference. I don't have one to compare to.

Thanks

 

[lukebaby1]

Hmmm, thats a weird question. I would say that your 1981 would use a switched compressor. I have never seen a Harrison/Fridgidare compressor that did not have a connection for wiring in the low pressure cutoff switch, which is usually located on the accumulator. (big silver can right hand side on firewall) /forums/images/graemlins/thinking.gif /forums/images/graemlins/thumb.gif

 

[Pookster]

Didnt know there were seperate styles. Maybe for yours there's some sorta overide switch?

 

[oldtoyboyd]

It should be referring to a high pressure cut out swith on the back of the compressor.