摘要 |
A condition-responsive snap action electric switch mechanism, for use with a room air conditioner for instance, includes an operator which moves between extreme positions in response to a bellows. The bellows pressure increases and decreases in response to changes in temperature of the air passing over the evaporator. The switch also includes a first set of contacts to control energization of the compressor and a second set of contacts, including a snap-acting arm, to control energization of the evaporator and condenser fan motor. The operator includes an operating arm having a first portion which opens and closes the first set of contacts as the operator moves through a first, snap action, increment of travel between its extreme positions. The operating arm also includes a second portion which effects snap action of the snap-acting arm to open and close the second set of contacts as the operator moves through a second increment of travel separate from the first increment of movement.
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