Proper removal of AC compressor
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Toolpro on Jul 18, 2016First have someone take out the coolant. This person should disconnect anything that needs it at the inside unit. Then have a qualified person disconnect the wire from the circuit box. It the very least turn off the breaker for the AC. It should be a dedicated breaker. Ideally you want to pull the wire into the house or contain it is a junction box- you might get a new unit down the road so having the wire there is ok. Once everything is disconnected property you can remove the compressor. A scrapper should take it for free. Or you can recycle it yourself for money. Some handymen will be qualified for this if the coolant is out. I have had good success finding help on craigslist. Give a detailed description and vet responses.Helpful Reply
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Bob on Jul 18, 2016I`m a bit confused here ." What process would need to be done regarding the electric leading into the basement furnace?" I don`t understand what a "basement furnace electrics" has to do with a compressor unit for air conditioning. But that aside , your a/c unit/s need to be degassed by a qualified technician, this is for your safety as I doubt you know which gas is being used .he will also have the correct qualifications to certify legally that the units are empty . Normally the a/c engineer will disconnect the electrical supply to the unit or have an electrician to make your system safe . My answer maybe a bit long winded but some of the gasses used are not exactly "good for your health" to put it very mildly.Helpful Reply
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