7.7.3 Engine oil – Sample extraction and analysis
Preconditions
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MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (A001061/..) are available.
DANGER
Components are moving or rotating.
Risk of crushing, danger of parts of the body being caught or pulled in!
• Operate the engine at low load only. Keep clear of the danger zone of the engine.
WARNING
Engine oil is hot.
Engine oil can contain combustion residues which are harmful to health.
Risk of injury and poisoning!
• Allow the engine to cool to below 50 °C before beginning work.
• Wear protective clothing, protective gloves, and safety glasses / facial protection.
• Avoid contact with skin.
• Do not inhale oil vapor.
WARNING
Oils/oil vapors are combustible/explosive.
Risk of fire and explosion!
• Avoid open flames, electric sparks and ignition sources.
• Do not smoke.
WARNING
High level of engine noise when the engine is running.
Risk of damage to hearing!
• Wear ear protectors.
Engine oil – Sample extraction
1.
Connect sampling hose (unit manufacturer
scope of delivery) to sampling neck (arrowed)
with engine running at operating tempera-
ture.
2.
Extract oil samples in accordance with the
MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications
(A001061/..) and have them analyzed by a
certified laboratory.
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