Date:         Fri, 20 Jun 2014 19:27:36 -0700
Reply-To:     Ben <syncro@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Ben <syncro@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: A/C compressor not turning
Comments: To: raymond markett <raym02@YAHOO.COM>
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Raymond,

The clutch is designed NOT to engage when your refrigerant level is too low. Saves you from frying your compressor.

Evacuate, refill, and try again.


BenT
sent from my electronic leash

> On Jun 19, 2014, at 1:28 AM, raymond markett <raym02@YAHOO.COM> wrote:
> 
> 
> 
> Hi,
> 
> I am try to revive the air conditioner on my 1985 Westy.  When I turn on the A/C the fans inside the passenger compartment blow warm air.  I looked at the compressor, and it isn't turning. After turning the engine off, I found that I can turn the compressor by hand.  I don't believe the compressor is seized. My guess is that the compressor clutch isn't engaging.  I plan to find and check the fuses and relays that send power to the compressor clutch.  

> 
> Does any know of a good way to temporarily jumper power to the clutch to see if it will engage?  Any other advice?
> It sure would be nice to have the A/C working this summer.
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Raymond