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: What compressor oil do I use with an R-12 system?


Resq302
Sep 2nd, 03, 3:24 PM
Hi,

I am thinking about topping off my freon in my R-12 system. Before I got adding anymore R-12 to the already charged system, I want to give it a boost of oil charge so the system doesnt seize on me. What oil is used for an R-12 system?

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Importtech
Sep 2nd, 03, 9:01 PM
Mineral oil or Ester..either will work..

Resq302
Sep 2nd, 03, 9:05 PM
Which Ester? They have different numbers if i remember right?