Which risk increases when a residential heat pump's defrost cycle malfunctions?

💡 Explanation

Excessive evaporator coil icing occurs because the defrost cycle normally initiates thermal reversal, melting ice via hot refrigerant; therefore, ice accumulates, restricting airflow and significantly reduces heating capacity, rather than compressor/motor related failures.

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