Engine Fluids; Fuel Specification - Perkins 2800 series User Handbook Manual

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Engine fluids

Fuel specification

Diesel fuel must conform to one of these specifications:
ASTM D975 No 1-D or No 2-D
BS 2869: Part 2 1998 Class A2
BS EN 590 1997
General fuel requirements are: Maximum sulphur content 0.2%; minimum Cetane number 45.
Fuel cleanliness
The modern, high pressure fuel injection system used on the 2800 Series engine requires a high level of fuel
cleanliness to ensure correct operation and reliability.
The fuel must conform to all aspects of the ASTM D975 specification, but in particular to the requirement for
number 2-D to have less than 0.05% water and sediment. The fuel should also be free from biological growth.
If biological growth is suspected, contact Perkins to discuss a suitable measurement and course of action. For
long term storage of fuel, the recommendations given in ASTM D975 must be followed where appropriate.
The use of fuels which do not conform to the above standards can cause: difficulty with starting, poor
combustion, deposits in the fuel injectors or combustion chamber, reduced service life of the fuel system and
filters, reduced engine life and could affect the warranty. Further details can be obtained from the Perkins Help
Desk.
Coolant
The coolant approved and recommended for use in 2800 Series is POWERPART ELC (Extended Life
Coolant). This coolant is pre-mixed and is available in 25 litre (5.5 UK gallon) containers part number
21820181.
There are many benefits for the use of POWERPART ELC coolant.
POWERPART ELC (Extended Life Coolant) uses virtually non-depleting corrosion inhibitors for maximum
protection for the six basic metal alloys: aluminium, brass, cast iron, copper, solder and steel.
It has a service life of 3000 service hours or 3 years which ever is sooner.
Pre-mixed to the correct strength for optimum protection.
Provides protection to a freezing point of -37 °C (-34 °F)
Provides additional protection against boiling to 106 °C (223 °F)
Caution: If the recommended coolant and procedures are not used, Perkins Engines Company Limited cannot
be held responsible for damage caused by frost or corrosion, or for loss of cooling efficiency.
Notes:
POWERPART ELC (Extended Life Coolant) must not be mixed with other products or further diluted.
If frost protection is not necessary, it is still recommended to use the pre-mixed POWERPART ELC
(Extended Life Coolant) because this gives a protection against corrosion and cavitation erosion.
Before changing to POWERPART ELC (Extended Life Coolant) it is important that the cooling system is
drained and cleaned. For draining and cleaning the cooling system refer to the relevant User's Handbook
for the engine.
If required a safety data sheet is available on POWERPART ELC (Extended Life Coolant), please contact
Perkins Help Desk: Fax + 44 (0) 161 776 5100 or Email: specs_help@perkins.com.
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