Which risk increases when ethylene glycol contaminates an R-134a chiller?

💡 Explanation

Glycol contamination leads to acid formation because of the esterification reaction between glycol and the POE compressor oil causing oil breakdown, therefore decreasing its viscosity, rather than improving metering; boiling point depression is the primary effect, leading to less efficient compressor lubrication.

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