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INTRODUCTION
Patented Fitch® catalyst technology consists of a Heterogeneous Metallic Alloy Composition (HMAC)
which reduces activation energy of the chemical combustion reactions.
Catalyst reverses the naturally occurring hydrocarbon fuel biodegradation (Oxidation-Reduction) process
by inducing selective hydrogen abstraction and redistribution (Hydrogenation) that promotes selective
Oxidation (formation of Alcohols, Aldehydes). Catalyst cracks the aromatic (non-reactive) compounds
forming oxygen containing molecules with greater energy yield and higher combustibility.
Catalyst provides at least 2% fuel consumption reduction along with improved fuel lubricity for various
types of marine fuels, such as HFO, MDO, MGO etc.
Catalyst has no moving parts, no additives, no magnets, no electrical hook-ups, and does not require any
special maintenance, lasting for years after initial installation.
SAFETY
Catalyst installation into marine fuel system is simple. All that is required, is to have a few hand tools and
close following to the instruction manual guide. However, it is essential to do the installation carefully and
safely. We recommend that you read the next few lines with the greatest attention.
Fire protection
Every installation must conform to local and/or provincial and/or international piping and fire codes.
Safety equipment
Before installation (preparing jobs), during installation and after installation, be sure, that involved
installation personnel are wearing PPE (personal protective equipment) such as, but not limited to,
protective clothing, helmet, safety shoes, safety hand gloves, goggles, welding shield, safety gloves. Check
your M.S.D.S for any instructions or suggestions.
Personnel
Catalyst may only be installed, commissioned, operated and maintained by properly trained and
authorized personnel. This document is provided to help you establish operating conditions, which will
permit safe and efficient use of this product.
Warning
Do not run catalyst in excess of the housing tank label. (See warning #1). Do not open a catalyst housing
when system is under pressure; always relieve all pressure through housing before opening of housing lid.
