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1979 Volvo 242 244 245

AIR CONDITIONING - ADJUSTABLE THERMOSTAT

Some 1979 Models may contain an adjustable thermostat control in place of the AIR COND rocker

switch. This instruction explains how to use the control.

NOTE: The FAN switch should be set to position 3 for rapid cooling.

AIR COND (Compressor) control

Start the air conditioning compressor by turning the control knob clockwise tow MAX. For rapid

cooling, position the knob into the yellow range beyond MAX. After the desired temperature is reached

re-position the control knob into the blue range.

At cruising speeds, the knob should be kept within the blue range. If it remains in the yellow range,

icing may occur and result in decreased cooling capacity.

TEMP control

When using the air conditioner for cooling, the TEMP control should be set to COOL position, fully left.

Use the AIR COND (compressor) control to regulate the temperature.

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When gas tank is being filled always check:

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