Air Conditioning Disconnects
Description of product:
Air Conditioning Disconnect
1. Q. What is an Air Conditioning Disconnect?
A. An Air Conditioning Disconnect (ACD) is a disconnect located between the loadcenter and central air conditioner. Its purpose is to provide an installer or repair person with a visible means of disconnecting the power when performing maintenance on the air conditioner. ACD’s are also known as disconnects, pullouts, air conditioner switches.
2. Q. What kind of ACD do I need?
A. A Non-Fused 60A Pullout is the most common ACD. But installers should ALWAYS check with their local codes before purchasing and installing an ACD, as many jurisdictions require a different kind of ACD.
3. Q. What kind of ACD’s are available?
A. There are several to choose from:
- 60A Non-Fusible Pullout (SKU #3676389) – This is rated for applications up to 60A, when no fuse is required. It utilizes a non-fusible handle pullout to disconnect power to the AC unit.
- 30A Fusible Pullout (SKU #3676376) – This is rated for 30A applications. It utilizes a fusible handle pullout to disconnect power to the AC unit, and requires the use of two 30A cartridge fuses.
- 60A Fusible Pullout (SKU #3675678) – This is rated for 60A applications. It utilizes a fusible handle pullout to disconnect power to the AC unit, and requires the use of two 60A cartridge fuses.
- 60A Switch Type (SKU #3675161) – This ACD is rated for 60A applications when no fuse or over-current protection is required. It utilizes a molded case switch, and turns ON/OFF, similar to a household light switch. It looks like a circuit breaker, but is not a circuit breaker, and provides NO over-current protection.
- 60A Non-Fusible Pullout with 20A GFCI Receptacle (SKU #3673452) – This is rated for applications up to 60A when no fuse is required. It utilizes a non-fusible handle pullout to disconnect power to the AC unit. The NEC requires a duplex receptacle within 25 feet of a central air unit, so repair persons have a means of power to work on the AC unit, and so this unit has a built-in 20A duplex GFCI receptacle with WR/TR. The cover is designed to be “in-use” so when the cover is closed, access to the receptacle is still available.
| List the top 3 features this product offers: | List the benefits the Guest will gain from each feature: | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Full range of ACD’s. | Ensures the guest will find an approved ACD that will meet the needs of their project. |
| 2 | ACD pullouts. | Allows person to put pullout in their pocket, to ensure power does not accidently come on while being worked on. |
| 2 | ACD with 20A GFCI receptacle. | Provides access to electrical power for the repair person if needed, and to the homeowner for normal everyday use. |