Toro Groundsmaster 360 Service Manual page 447

Removing the Air Conditioning Compressor (continued)
Groundsmaster 360
16225SL Rev C
5. Loosen the nut that secures the drive belt idler pulley, and remove the drive
belt.
6. Disconnect the compressor electrical connector from the machine wire
harness.
7. Read the General Precautions for Removing and Installing the Air
Conditioning System Components (page
Loosening any air conditioning system fitting or component allows
the pressurized refrigerant to escape, causing possible injury.
Do not loosen any system fitting or component until a certified air
conditioning service technician discharges the system completely.
8. Have a certified air conditioning service technician evacuate the refrigerant
from the air conditioning system.
9. Label and remove the hoses from the compressor. Immediately install the
caps on the hoses and fittings to prevent moisture and contaminants from
entering into the system.
10. Support the compressor to prevent it from shifting or falling.
Note: There may be shims (item 20 in
compressor mounting flanges and compressor bracket. When you remove
the compressor, note the location and quantity of the shim for assembly
purposes.
11. Note the orientation of the compressor for assembly purposes. Remove the
2 screws (item 18 in
to the compressor bracket.
To prevent the compressor oil from filling the compressor cylinders,
keep the compressor in the same orientation as it was in the installed
position.
12. Carefully remove the compressor from the engine and machine.
Note: Replace the air conditioning drier-receiver whenever you service or
replace the air conditioning compressor.
8–4).
CAUTION
Figure
Figure 319) and 2 locknuts that secure the compressor
IMPORTANT
Page 8–7
319) mounted between the
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