REFLECTOR: A/C (was Re: GRT Displays overheating -Anyoneelseseethis?)

[sbjknox]

The Toyota Prius A/C compressor operates from the high-voltage traction 
battery.  The 20A fuse in the 12V system is for the circulation fan.

Sid



----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Lawrence Epstein" <ljepstein at hotmail.com>



> Toyota makes a fully electric 12V A/C unit for the Prius (Ford has 1 as
> well). I am planning on adapting it for the Velocity. I am pretty sure it
> has a 20 Amp fuse in the Prius (I will look when I get home). Considering
> that my panel will be fully electric, that probably means a 2nd 
> Alternator.
>
> Larry Epstein
>