Glossary “ambient” Definition:
All around, surrounding, or encompassing
What is ambient?
ambient compressor switch
Glossary “ambient compressor switch” Definition:
An electrical switch that energizes the air conditioner compressor clutch when the outside ambient air temperature is 47¡ãF (8.3¡ãC) or above. Similarly, the switch turns off the compressor when the air temperature drops below 32¡ãF (0¡ãC).