Volvo 240 1991 Owner's Manual page 31

Volvo 1991 240 Model
1 Fan
Position 4 for rapid cooling.
2 Air Conditioning (compressor)
Start the air conditioning compressor by pressing the panel switch. The system activates after a slight
delay.
3 Recirculation
Push in for rapid cooling and during high humidity conditions.
4 TEMP
The selector should be in the leftmost position when the system is started. The TEMP selector can then
be used to adjust the temperature.
Left = cool
Right = warm
If your car is equipped with an air conditioner, the system contains CFS-12, a type of Freon. CFC=12
is a gas which affects the ozone layer of the earth's atmosphere. Let your Volvo dealer check your air
conditioner system regularly for leakage.
To obtain rapid cooling, all windows must be closed and buttons
Cool air will then be discharged through the four dash outlets which should be fully open.
Note: For rapid removal of condensation from inside glass surfaces, the air conditioner can be
switched on even when not required for interior cooling. The air conditioner will dehumidify the air
inside the vehicle.
Water under the vehicle in hot weather can be the result of condensation from the air conditioning
system.
Have your Volvo dealer check the system for correct operation yearly. The air conditioning system
should be operated periodically to ensure trouble-free performance year round.
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