HVAC Systems · Electrical Components
AC Disconnect
A weatherproof pull-out or switched disconnect mounted near the outdoor condensing unit that lets a technician fully de-energize the equipment for safe service, as required by code.
Common uses
Local power shutoff for service, code-required equipment disconnect
Common symptoms
- No power to outdoor unit
- Burned or pitted contacts
- Pull-out block damaged
Common repairs
- Disconnect replacement
- Fuse replacement (fused type)
- Lug re-termination
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