Hi Wes

You could check to see if there are any mobile AC guys out there who
would be willing to get the freon out. The stuff is super expensive and
should be worth negotiating over, I would think. Expelling the stuff
into the atmosphere is certainly not a good option due to the
pollution/damage to the ozone layer/global warming problem. You could
also check the pressure by putting a gauge on the ports behind the
compressor. If no pressure, go ahead and rip the compressor out.

Keith O
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> Date:    Fri, 11 Nov 2005 16:32:48 -0500
> From:    Wesley Pegden <wes@CS.UCHICAGO.EDU>
> Subject: acceptable way to discharge A/C at home?
>
> Hi guys,
> As my other posts indicate, I'm currently battling my thermostat
> housing.  I've moved my compressor as much out of the way as I can
> without disconnecting the hoses, but would really like to remove it
> entirely (and never put it back) since my A/C is dysfunctional anyways.
> Trouble is, it still is charged with Freon, and, since the van is
> currently immobile, I can't go somewhere to have it discharged.  Is
> there someway I can discharge and safely dispose of the freon with the
> van in my driveway?
>
> Thanks for any help,
> Wes