Air Conditioner Cut-Away
This is what your heat pump looks like on the inside.

AC/Heat Pump Control Module
This is the main control of the outdoor unit and monitors operation.

AC/Heat Pump Fan Motor
This motor drives the fan blade and moves air across the outdoor coil which in turn draws heat away from the system.

AC/Heat Pump Reversing Valve
In Heat Pump systems this valve switches and reverses the flow of refrigerant enabling the system to bring heat indoors.

AC/Heat Pump Breaker
Located in the homes main electrical panel, it protects the system and wiring from over amperage. One is also needed for the indoor furnace.

AC/Heat Pump Fan Blade
Connected to the fan motor, it moves air over the condenser coil and draws heat away from the system.

AC/Heat Pump Defrost Control Board
This control board, used in Heat Pumps exclusively, controls the defrosting of the outdoor coil. Frosting of the outdoor coil, when the outdoor temperature is at 45° or below, is a part of normal operation.

AC/Heat Pump Compressor
This is the “heart” of the system. It pumps refrigerant through the lines and cause the refrigerant to flow.

AC/Heat Pump Disconnect
Required by Electrical Code, usually mounted within 6 feet of the outdoor unit, it provides a way to shut-off power for servicing the outdoor unit.

AC/Heat Pump Start Assist
Usually an accessory part. It provides a means of kick-starting a balky compressor thereby extending its useful life.

AC/Heat Pump Filter Drier
This helps keep a system clean and free of contaminates and should be replaced every time a system is opened. (Access into the refrigerant lines).

AC/Heat Pump Capacitors
These increase the efficiency of the electric motors of your system.

AC/Heat Pump Contactor
This is what allows the low-voltage to switch the high voltage needed to operate the motors of the system safely.