The compressor is one of four major components for carrying out the cycle
refrigerator (compressor, condenser, expansion device and evaporator).
For the operation of the installation adds three more components:
pipes interconnecting the components, the refrigerant and controls.
Other components are considered accessories and be added to the system to
the suitability, safety and improvement of performance and installation operation.
The compressor function is to raise the vapor pressure of the refrigerant up to a
pressure level such that that it can be condensed.