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Thermo Control Amplifier

The thermo control amplifier disconnects the magnet clutch circuit to prevent the evaporator from becoming frosted when the temperature of the evaporator fin drops close to "30°C (37°F)". As the evaporator is cooled, the thermistor (located on the evaporator fin) interrupts the "base" current of the amplifier. This in turn de-energizes the A/C relay coil, which in turn disconnects the magnet clutch circuit.

Fig 1: Identifying Thermo Control Amplifier Function
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