7.16.7 Engine coolant – 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
5605892099/00
1
DANGER
Rotating, moving engine parts.
Risk of crushing! Risk of body parts being caught or drawn in!
• Take special care when the engine is running.
• Stay well clear of danger zones at the engine.
WARNING
Coolant is hot and highly pressurized.
Risk of injury! Risk of scalding!
• Allow engine to cool down.
• Wear protective clothing, protective gloves, and safety glasses / facial protection.
WARNING
Loud engine noises with the engine running:
Risk of hearing damage!
• Wear ear protection.
Engine coolant – Sample extrac-
tion and analysis
1.
With the engine running, open drain
valve (1).
2.
Flush sample-extraction point by draining
approx. 1 liter coolant.
3.
Drain approx. 1 liter coolant into a clean
container.
4.
Close drain valve (1).
5.
Using the equipment and chemicals of the
MTU test kit, check the engine coolant for:
• Concentration of engine coolant addi-
tives
• pH value
6.
Engine coolant change intervals (→ MTU
Fluids and Lubricants Specifications
(A001061/..)).
MS150112/01E 2014-10
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