8.12.3 Engine oil – Sample extraction and analysis
Preconditions
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MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (A001061/..) are available.
Special tools, Material, Spare parts
Designation / Use
Part No.
Qty.
MTU test kit
F6798833
1
Engine oil
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
Oil is hot.
Oil can contain residue/substances which are harmful to health.
Risk of injury and poisoning!
• Allow the product to cool to below 50 °C before beginning work.
• Wear protective clothing, protective gloves and goggles/safety mask.
• Avoid contact with skin.
• Do not inhale oil vapor.
WARNING
Exhaust gases are harmful to health and may cause cancer.
Risk of poisoning and suffocation!
• Keep the engine room well-ventilated at all times.
• Repair leaking exhaust pipework immediately.
WARNING
A high level of noise is produced when the engine is running.
Risk of hearing loss!
• Wear suitable hearing protection.
Engine oil sample extraction
and analysis (engine without
centrifugal oil filter)
Note:
Only take the engine oil sample by opening
an oil drain screw with the engine stationary.
1.
With the engine shut down, open screw,
e.g. at oil filter.
2.
Drain approx. 1 liter engine oil into a clean
container.
3.
Seal oil drain screw (arrow) again with a new
sealing ring.
4.
Use equipment and chemicals in MTU test kit
to analyze engine oil for:
• Dispersancy (spot test)
• Water content
• Dilution by fuel
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