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them in their proper location. (See Figure 8)
12.
Refill radiator.
Defroster Duct
Figure 9 illustrates the defroster duct installation
on Chevrolet, Chevelle and Camaro vehicles.
Bowden Cobles
Bowden cable attachment should be made in the fol-
lowing manner:
1.
With the cables attached to the control assembly
and levers, move the levers to their fully left or
closed position.
2.
Attach cable wires to the heater valve levers and
tighten cable attaching bracket screws.
3.
Check for proper cable operation and readjust as
necessary.
Control Panel
Control panel installation is shown in Figures 10, 11,
and 12.
Fan Switch
Replacement
1.
Remove control assembly-to-instrument panel re-
inforcement attaching screws and push the control
assembly toward the front of the vehicle and down.
2.
Remove the two switch attaching screws and the
electrical connector.
3.
Replace switch, screws, and electrical connector.
4.
Place control assembly into instrument panel and
replace attaching screws.
Resistor
The resistor assembly is attached to the heater dis-
tributor assembly. It should "be replaced if low or
medium blower speed is inoperative. Remove the glove
box for access to the unit.
HEATER HOUSING
LOWER RIGHT HAND
RETAINER NUT
Fig.
6—Air Distributor Duct (Camaro)
Fig.
7—Access to Blower and Housing (Chevelle)
CHEVY II
Heater Assembly
Removal (Fig. 13)
1.
Drain radiator.
2.
From within engine compartment;
a. Remove heater hoses from heater inlet and outlet
connections.
b.
Remove three nuts around blower motor attaching
heater assembly to dash panel.
3.
From within vehicle:
a. Remove glove box and glove box door.
b.
Remove screw attaching distributor bracket to
dash.
c. Remove the screw attaching case bracket to the
adapter assembly bracket.
d. Carefully detach heater assembly from dash panel
and adapter assembly and lower it toward floor of
vehicle.
e. Disconnect all bowden cable connections, the
wiring connector and the defroster hoses.
4.
Remove the heater assembly from the vehicle.
Core Replacement
1.
'With the heater assembly removed from the vehicle,
remove the screws attaching the core cover to the
heater assembly.
2.
Remove the core mounting screws and remove the
core from the assembly.
3.
Replace with a new core and replace the core cover.
Installation
1.
Be sure the adapter seal and blower motor seal are
in place and set into place beneath the instrument
panel.
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PLATE RETAINERS
CORE BRACKET SCREWS
Fig.
18—Corvette Heater Core Removal
7. Place a protective covering (waterproof if possible)
over the carpeting under the heater.
8. Remove the two bowden cables from the instrument
panel and disconnect the wiring connectors from the
blower switch and from the resistor.
9. Carefully work the heater assembly out from beneath
the dash.
Core Removal
1.
Remove the heater assembly as described above.
2.
Remove the sheet metal nuts which retain the core
mounting plate to the core housing.
3.
Remove the screws attaching the core brackets to
the core mounting plate and separate the core and
plate. .
Installation
1.
Assemble the core to plate with non-hardening
sealer. Attach the core mounting screws.
2.
Attach the core and plate assembly to the case with
the two sheet metal nuts. The assembly is ready for
installation as described below.
Heater Assembly Installation
1.
Carefully position the heater assembly in place on
inner surface of dash panel, then install the blower
and air inlet assembly on heater studs extending
through to the engine side of the panel. Attach the
seven stud nuts.
2.
Install electrical connectors to the blower switch and
resistor and reinstall the bowden cables to the
instrument panel.
3.
Replace the blower electrical connectors.
4.
Replace the heater hoses. (See Figure 20)
5. Replace the battery and the radiator supply tank.
6. Refill the radiator and check for leakage.
7. Check heater operation and make control adjustments
as necessary.
8. Replace the console panels and the glove
compartment.
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AND AIR
CONDITIONING
1A-13
AIR CONDITIONING
INDEX
Page
General Description
1A-13
Four-Season System
1A-13
Controls
1A-16
Comfortron System
. 1A-18
System Components
lA-19
Controls
1A-20
Universal System
. .
1A-21
Chevy
n
All-Weather System
•
1A-21
Corvette Four-Season System
. 1A-22
General Information
. . . 1A-26
Precautions
in
Handling R-12
1A-26
Precautions
in
Handling Refrigerant Lines
1A-28
Maintaining Chemical Stability
in the
Refrigeration System
1A-28
Gauge
Set 1A-29
Charging Station
IA-29
Leak Testing
the
System
1A-29
Vacuum Pump
1A-30
Availability
of
Refrigerant-12
. . 1A-30
Compressor
Oil 1A-31
Compressor Serial Number
1A-31
Inspection
and
Periodic Service
1A-31
Pre-Delivery Inspection
1A-31
6,000 Mile Inspection
1A-32
Periodic Service
, 1A-32
Installing Gauge
Set to
Check System Operation
....
1A-32
Performance Test
1A-32
Performance Data lA-r33
Comfortron System Operational Test
1A-33
Chevrolet Comfortron Tester
1A-34
Complete System Checks
1A-35
Maintenance
and
Adjustments ......
1A-37
Evaporator Comtrol Valve (POA)
.
1A-37
Page
Thermostatic Switch
1A-37
Expansion Valve
1A-41
Engine Idle Compensator
. . .
1A-42
Evacuating
and
Charging Procedures
1A-42
Purging
the
System
1A-42
Evacuating
and
Charging
the
System
1A-43
Checking
Oil . 1A-43
Component Replacement
and
Minor Repair
1A-45
Refrigerant Line Connections
1A-45
Repair
of
Refrigerant Leaks
1A-46
Preparing System
for
Replacement
of
Component Parts
. 1A-46
Foreign Material
in the
System
.
1A-47
Condenser
.
1A-48
Receiver-Dehydrator
1A-48
Evaporator
1A-49
Expansion Valve
1A-57
Evaporator Control Valve (POA)
1A-59
Thermostatic Switch
or
Blower Switch
. .
1A-59
All Weather-Pull Cable
1A-61
Blower Assembly
1A-62
Air Inlet Valve
.
1A-64
Blower
and
Evaporator Assembly
1A-64
Air Distributor Assembly
and
Outlet Ducts ...... 1A-64
Comfortron Automatic Control Components
1A-66
Collision Procedure lA-70
Four-Season Heater Components
1A-73
Comfortron Heater Components
. . . 1A-75
Compressor
1A-76
Wiring Diagrams
1A-78
Special Tools
.
1A-84
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Four
air
conditioning systems
are
covered
in
this
section. They are:
1.
The
Four-Season System (Chevrolet, Chevelle,
Camaro and Corvette).
2.
The Comfortron System (Chevrolet).
3.
The All Weather System (Chevy n).
4.
The Universal System (Chevrolet, Chevelle, Chevy
n,
Camaro)
Underhood components (that
is, the
compressor,
con-
denser
and
receiver-dehydrator)
are
much
the
same
in
type,
location
and
method
of
attachment
on all of
the
above systems. The six-cylinder reciprocating compres-
sor
is
bracket-mounted
to the
engine
and
belt driven
from
the
crankshaft pulley.
The
condenser
is
mounted
ahead
of the
engine cooling radiator
and the
receiver-
dehydrator
is
mounted
in
the refrigerant line downstream
of
the
condenser.
All
cooling system components
are
connected by means
of
flexible refrigerant lines.
Evaporator size
and
location differ from system
to
system
as do
methods
of
temperature control
and air
supply
and
distribution.
FOUR-SEASON SYSTEM
The Four-Season system used
in the
Chevrolet,
Chevelle, Camaro,
and
Corvette vehicles
may be
iden-
tified
by the
fact that
it
uses
an
evaporator pressure
control known
as the POA
(Pressure Operated Absolute)
suction throttling valve.
Both
the
heating
and
cooling functions
are
performed
by this system.
Air
entering
the
vehicle must pass
through
the
cooling unit (evaporator)
and
through
(or
around)
the
heating unit,
in
that order, and the system
is
thus referred to
as a
''reheat" system.
The evaporator provides maximum cooling
of the air
passing through
the
core when
the air
conditioning sys-
tem
is
calling
for
cooling.
The
control valve acts in the
system only
to
control
the
evaporator pressure
so
that
minimum possible temperature
is
achieved without core
freeze-up.
The
valve
is
preset,
has no
manual con-
trol,
is
automatically altitude compensated,
and non-
repairable.
The heater core will be hot
at
all times since no water
valve
is
present
in
the system.
System operation
is as
follows (See Figure 24 and 25):
Air, either outside
air or
recirculated
air
enters
the
system
and is
forced through
the
system by the blower.
As
the air
passes through
the
evaporator core,
it
receives maximum cooling
if
the
air
conditioning controls
are calling
for
cooling. After leaving
the
evaporator,
the
air
enters
the
Heater
and Air
Conditioner Selector
Duct Assembly where,
by
means
of
manually operated
diverter doors,
it is
caused
to
pass through
or to
bypass
the heater core
in the
proportions necessary
to
provide
the desired outlet temperature. Conditioned airflow then
enters
the
vehicle through either
the
floor distributor
duct
or the
dash outlets. Remember that the heater core
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HIGH BLOWER
i DELAY RELAY
AMBIENT-SUN
SENSOR AND
COMPRESSOR SWITCH
Fig. 29—Comfortron Engine Compartment Components
COMFORTRON SYSTEM
The Chevrolet Comfortron Air Conditioning System is
basically the same as the Chevrolet Four-Season system
but with the additional feature of completely automatic
control. See Figures 28, 29 and 30 for views of the
Comfortron system. To the customer, the most notice-
able difference between the two systems, will be in the
control panel. In place of the three-lever/one-switch
panel of the Four-Season system, the Comfortron has a
single control lever plus a temperature dial similar to
that found in a home thermostat. After the dial is set to
the desired temperature indication and the lever is moved
to place the system in operation, the Comfortron will
automatically control the heating and air conditioning
functions to maintain the selected interior temperature
regardless of changes in outside air temperatures.
Most Comfortron parts are located in the passenger
compartment, (fig. 28)
Jn-Car Sensor
The function of the in-car sensor is to determine the
temperature of the interior of the automobile. It is
located beneath the overhang of the instrument panel.
Feedback Potentiometer
The feedback potentiometer indicates to the amplifier
system the position of the temperature door.
Control Head
A thumb wheel is provided to select the desired in-car
temperature. A control lever performs the following
functions:
1.
Operates a switch that allows the customer to select
the type of blower program desired.
2.
Operates the control head vacuum switch except
when the TEMPERATURE lever is in the OFF
position, thus programming the vacuum system.
3.
Operates the defroster through the control head
vacuum switch. The defroster door is partially
opened in the "DE FOG" position, and fully open in
the "DE ICE" position.
A two transistor amplifier is located on the bottom
side of the control head. It receives information from
the sensors, and in turn operates the transducer.
Fig. 30—Comfortron Control
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Transducer
The transducer will produce a vacuum output that is
completely adjustable by varying the input voltage which
is provided by the amplifier. An increase in the applied
voltage results in a reduced vacuum output.
Power Servo
The power servo receives a vacuum signal from the
transducer, and it is capable of assuming any position
that is called for by the sensors, amplifier, and trans-
ducer. The power servo performs the following functions:
1.
Positions the temperature mix door via the tern-
perature door link. The position of this door~"de-
termihes the portions of hot and cold air being
blended and discharged into the car.
2.
Operates the power servo vacuum valve which de-
termines the air flow paths for heating and air
conditioning.
3.
Contains a printed circuit board which controls the
blower speed. The power servo position determines
the blower speed, but the control lever switch can
override the blower program depending upon the
customer's preference.
4.
Contains the "Hi" blower delay thermistor and the
"master delay thermistor".
Outside Air Diaphragm
When there is no vacuum applied to the hose, the out-
side air door is closed under spring tension. With the
door closed, air is taken from the inside of the auto-
mobile and re-circulated. Applying vacuum to the dia-
phragm opens the door for outside air.
Mode Door Diaphragm
Located behind the duct work, the mode door diaphragm
directs the air flow out either the air conditioning outlets,
the heater floor outlet, or both the heater and air con-
ditioning outlets. This is a push-pull type diaphragm
actuated by vacuum through two hoses and controlled by
the power servo vacuum switch.
Defroster Door
The defroster door is in the defog position until vacuum
is applied to the actuator to obtain either full heat or full
de-ice position.
High Blower Delay Thermistor
The high blower delay thermistor is located on the
power servo housing under the power servo vacuum valve
and printed circuit board assemblies. The function of the
thermistor is to operate the blower at a reduced speed
when the control is in the HI FRONT position until the
residual cold air is discharged from the duct work. This
function occurs when the blower first comes "on" in cold
weather.
Vacuum Tank
During heavy acceleration, the vacuum supply from
the carburetor drops. The vacuum tank, using a^ check
valve, stores vacuum so that under these conditions
vacuum will be available for the Comfortron.
Thermal Vacuum Valve (Hot Water Vacuum Switch)
When engine coolant temperature reaches 75°F, the
valve opens and supplies vacuum to the outside air door
if the system is calling for outside air.
Master Delay Thermister
This thermistor delays the initial operation of the
blower when the system is in the heat mode. In cold
weather this allows outside ram air to flow through the
system thereby purging the cold air in the ducts gradually
until the coolant reaches about 105°F. Then, the termis-
tor passes enough current to energize the master delay
relay which powers the blower at about nine volts.
Vacuum Relay Valve
This relay valve will shut off transducer vacuum to the
power servo whenever the vacuum from the engine intake
manifold falls below the vacuum in the power servo
supply line (engine stopped or operating at low manifold
vacuum). This causes the power servo to be held in
position when the vacuum supply falls too low to maintain
servo control.
Vacuum Bleeder
A vacuum bleeder insures that the outside air door will
close (diaphragm will bleed down) after the system has
been shut down. This prevents outside air from entering
when starting the system on a cold day before the engine
coolant temperature reaches 75°F.
Sun—Ambient Sensor
The sun-ambient sensor measures the temperature of
the air entering the air intake grille in front of the wind-
shield. The sensor is exposed to sun light so that it can
lower the in-car temperature slightly when the sun
is shining.
Ambient Switch
The ambient switch operates the air conditioning com-
pressor clutch. When the outside temperature is above
40° F. the switch will be closed and the compressor will
be running. This switch is included as| part of the sun-
ambient sensor assembly, but operates independently.
Resistor Assembly
The blower resistors are located in the evaporator
housing. The printed circuit board switch in the power
servo determines which of the resistors is being used,
and as in conventional systems, the resistors control the
blower speed.
System Operation
When starting the Comfortron System in cold weather,
the following sequence of events occurs:
1.
Initially the system is inoperative. In LO FRONT
position the master delay thermistor is warming
(self-heating because current is flowing through it)
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and its resistance is decreasing. In the HI FRONT
position, two thermistors (the master delay and high
blower delay thermistors) are warming. The air
door is in recirculation position until the engine
coolant reaches 75 degrees.
2.
The coolant reaches then 75 degrees and the thermal
vacuum valve opens applying vacuum to the air door
to admit outside air (unless the temperature dial is
set for cooling). Ram air will flow through the sys-
tem when the car is moving.
3.
Next, the master delay thermistor attains the tem-
perature at which it will pass sufficient current to
close the circuit through the master delay relay.
The relay circuit powers the blower motor at 9 volts.
4.
If the control is in the HI FRONT position, the high
blower delay thermistor will close the circuit
through the high blower relay which supplies full
available voltage to the blower motor. This function
occurs after the master delay thermistor has taken
effect because the high blower delay thermistor
uses the master delay type thermistor with a 10 ohm
1/4 watt resistor connected in
.
series. The nigh
blower delay thermistor must then warm to a higher
temperature than the master delay thermistor before
its resistance (plus that of the 10 ohm resistor)
drops enough to actuate the high blower relay.
5. If the controls are set for DE ICE, full outside air
and full voltage to the blower motor are effective
immediately regardless of temperatures or elapsed
times o
In accomplishing automatic control, the system follows
three steps to transform an electronic signal into me-
chanical energy through which the control is achieved.
Electronic Circuit
Two temperature sensors (Thermistors), and the duct
potentiometer connected in series, are located so as to
sense the temperature of the outside air, inside air and
system output air. The resistance of each sensor will
vary according to its temperature. The control head
temperature dial varies in resistance as it is adjusted by
the operator to suit his comfort requirements. The
resistance of the temperature dial control is applied
directly to the amplifier and is not in series with the
sensors and duct potentiometer. Thus temperature dif-
ferences in the sensor string plus the requirements fed
into the system by the operator cause changes in total
circuit resistance which allow a varying voltage flow
through the circuit.
Changing the Electronic Signal to Electrical Voltage
This minute voltage flow from the sensor string -
temperature dial circuit - is fed into the amplifier where
it is transformed into a usable amplifier output voltage,
the strength of which is determined by the strength of the
original amplifier input signal. This voltage is then
supplied to the transducer.
Changing the Electrical Voltage to a Vacuum Signal
Amplifier output voltage, varying according to tem-
perature requirements, is converted by the Transducer
into a modulator transducer output vacuum. This modu-
lated vacuum is applied to the Power Servo.
Changing the Vacuum Signal to Mechanical Energy
The Power Servo, controlled by the modulated Trans-
ducer output vacuum, operates the vacuum electrical and
mechanical components of the system as required to
provide automatic control of system operation.
Other major system components are mounted con-
ventionally in the engine compartment. Underhood com-
ponents and system airflow remain much the same as in
the Four-Season system except for the addition of the
automatic control provisions. The system operates on
100%
outside air, a mixture of outside and inside air, or
100%
recirculated air depending on the demands of the
system. The diaphragm operated .air selector door will
modulate outside air to the system during maximum air
conditioning requirements when the control unit is in
"Hi Front" position. Control of the blower is also com-
pletely automatic and dependent upon system demands.
Controls
The Comfortron controls the Chevrolet air conditioner
and heater in such a precise manner that the automobile
temperature remains relatively constant under all driving
conditions. By adjusting the thumb wheel on the Control
Head to any temperature desired between 65° and 85° F.
(See Figure 27) the automatic system will adjust the in-
car temperature even though the outside weather condi-
tions may vary considerably. The system will provide
maximum capacity for heating or cooling until the in-car
temperature reaches the pre-set Control Head Tempera-
ture. Where cooling is required, the system will start
immediately upon being turned "ON". During marginal
ambient temperatures the system will not always start
at the highest blower speeds of the control setting.
Therefore, occasionally the system can't be heard
starting*
Five over-riding functions are available so that special
conditions can be handled. Each Control Head function
will be discussed in detail below:
"Off" Position
In the "Off" position, the blower is turned off and the
outside air door is closed. No outside air should enter
the automobile.
"Lo Front" Position
The blower has five low to moderate speeds; Hi, M3,
M2,
M1 and Lo. The blower voltage will shift as directed
by the automatic controls. The "Lo Front" position
provides a quieter mode of automatic operation due to
reduction of blower noise.
"Hi Front" Position
The "Hi Front" position provides five high blower
speeds as called for by the automatic controls: The use
of the "Hi" blower speed results in a rapid cool down in
hot weather and rapid heating during cold weather. As
the in-car temperature approaches the temperature set-
ting on the Comfortron Control Head, the blower speed
will change, provided mild outside temperatures are
experienced. During very hot or cold weather, the blower
will reduce its speed only to the point where it is still
capable of maintaining the correct inrcar temperature.
"Rear" Position
The "Rear" position provides five high blower speeds.
The automatic controls select these speeds and blend the
discharge air to the proper temperature. By the use of
high blower speeds, increased airflow is obtained for
better rear seat passenger comfort.
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"De-Fog"
Position
In the event that the front windshield should require
removal of a fogging condition, the owner at his option
may direct air to the windshield. The "De-Fog" position
directs part of the air to the windshield while retaining a
certain amount through the floor outlets. The temper-
ature of the air remains the same as it was prior to the
control being placed in the "De-Fog" position. Five
blower speeds are available. The temperature of the air
and the blower speed are selected by the automatic
controls and are dependent upon the in-car temperature.
"De-Ice" Position
The "De-Ice" position provides full heat with "Hi"
blower directing the entire airflow to the windshield to
melt ice. The automatic controls are completely defeated
and as a result, full heat with "Hi" blower are the only
conditions that can be received. The system will turn on
immediately in this position even though the engine
coolant might be cold.
General Information
Three start up conditions can be achieved with
Comfortron.
Weather
Cold
Method of Starting System
System starts as soon as engine coolant is
hot.
Hot System starts immediately when AC is
required.
Any System starts immediately in "De-Ice"
position.
UNIVERSAL SYSTEM
A self-contained unit, the dealer installed Universal
System operates on recirculated air only and entirely
independent of the vehicle heater. Recirculated inside air
is drawn into the unit, passed through the evaporator core
and into the car through the adjustable outlets in the
evaporator case. The entire unit mounts compactly
beneath the dash. Temperature control is by means of a
thermostatic switch.
The compressor used with the Universal System is
identical to that used for the Four-Season system except
for displacement. Underhood components are similar in
placement to the Four-Season system.
Controls
Universal system controls are the AIR knob controlling
the three speed blower motor switch and the TEMP knob
which controls the setting of the thermostatic switchi
Switch adjustment is covered elsewhere in this section.
When operating this system the Heater must be fully off.
CHEVY II ALL-WEATHER SYSTEM
The Chevy n All-Weather Air Conditioning System,
Figure 33, operates in conjunction with the heater to
provide a complete air conditioning system operating on
either outside air, recirculated air or a combination of
both. The cooling unit attaches to the heater distributor
and utilizes the heater blower. Several controls allow
full use of either the heating or cooling features of the
system. During marginal weather, it is possible to pro-
vide heated air at floor level and cooled air at breath
level.
A schematic view of the air conditioning underdash
components is provided in Figure 34 to aid in under-
standing airflow and control operation.
The evaporator assembly, located in the passenger
compartment attached directly to the heater distributor,
contains the evaporator core, expansion valve, thermo-
static switch and the air conditioning "ON" knob. The
thermostatic switch, utilized as the cooling control, feels
the temperature of the cooled air leaving the evaporator
core and turns the compressor on and off in accordance
with cooling needs. Refrigerant lines connect the evap-
orator assembly to the other system components located
in the engine compartment.
The six cylinder air conditioning compressor, com-
pletely field serviceable, is bracket-mounted to the
engine and is belt driven from the crankshaft pulley. A
muffler assembly, designed to eliminate compressor
pulsations is an integral part of the compressor con-
nector block. The condenser is mounted on the radiator
support just ahead of the engine radiator. The receiver-
dehydrator, with its sight glass, is located on the right
fender skirt.
Controls
Control of the air conditioning system is achieved
through the use of the heater control on the instrument
panel as well as the two knobs located on the air condi-
tioning unit itself (fig. 35).
Air Conditioning "ON" Knob
Labeled "Pull for Air Cond.", this knob diverts air-
flow from the floor distributor and through the air condi-
tioning unit. Initial movement of this knob also actuates a
switch, located at the damper door, which energizes the
compressor clutch thus putting the system into operation
and under the control of the thermostatic switch.
Temp-Cool Knob
This knob controls the thermostatic switch. Turn the
knob clockwise for more cooling, counter-clockwise for
less cooling.
Air Lever
This lever actuates the damper within the assembly
which chooses between recirculated air or outside air.
Fig.
31-Universal Air Conditioning Unit
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Fig. 35-Controls-AII Weather (Chevy II)
The heater components of the system are similar to
the standard Corvette heater with hoses routing engine
coolant to and from the heater core. A vacuum operated
shutoff valve assures that no coolant will pass through
the heater core until the system calls for heat.
Four control knobs surrounding the clock on the in-
strument panel center console provide full control of the
heating and cooling functions of the air conditioning
system.
The general arrangement of the system components
is pictured in Figure 37 while a schematic view of the
system will be found in Figure 36.
Controls Corvette
Four control knobs, grouped around the clock on the
instrument panel central console, provide full control
of the heating and cooling functions of the Corvette Air
Conditioning System. Each of the knobs, through a bowden
cable, operates one of the air diverter doors in the air
distributor assembly. In addition, the AIR COND.-PULL
knob operates the compressor switch; blower speeds are
controlled by turning the AIR PULL knob; and the heater
hot water valve vacuum switch is actuated by the COOL
IN-HQT PULL knob.
Air Conditioning "ON" Knob
The "AIR COND. PULL" knob controls the positioning
of the air diverter door which routes conditioned air
through either the dash diffuser ducts or the floor dis-
tributor outlets. Movement of this knob (hence, movement
of the selector door) also controls' the compressor
switch. When the door is positioned to send air through
the dash outlets the compressor is automatically turned
on to place the cooling system in operation and the fan
is turned on to LOW speed.
Blower Switch and Air Selector
The AIR PULL-FAN knob operates the selector door
in the right hand plenum chamber and may be set to allow
full outside air, full inside air, or a mixture of the two to
DEFROSTER DOOR
OPERATED BY
DEFROSTER KNOB
AIR CONDITIONING DOOR
OPERATED BY
AIR COND. PULL KNOB
BLOWER
OPERATED
BY TURNING
AIR KNOB
AIR DOOR
OPERATED
BY PULLING
AIR KNOB
OUTSIDE
AIR
CONTROLS
HEAT DOOR
OPERATED BY
COOL IN-HOT PULL
KNOB
L.H. OUTLET
CENTER
OUTLET
R.H. OUTLET
AIR COND.
PULL
COOL IN
HOT PULL
AIR PULL
LO-MED-HI
DEFROSTER
PULL
Fig.
36—Corvette Four-Season System Schematic
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