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Fuel that complies with "EN590 " CLASS 4 can be
used at temperatures as low as −44 °C (−47.2 °F).
Refer to "EN590" for a detailed discretion of the
physical properties of the fuel.
The diesel fuel "ASTM D975 1-D" that is used in the
united states of america may be used in very cold
temperatures that are below −18 °C (−0.4 °F).
In extreme cold ambient conditions, you may also
use fuels that are listed in the table 16. These fuels
are intended to be used in temperatures that can be
as low as −54 °C (−65.2 °F).
Table 16
Light Distillate Fuels
Specification
"MIL-DTL-5624U"
"MIL-DTL-83133E"
"ASTM D1655"
(1)
The use of these fuels is acceptable with an appropriate fuel
additive and the fuels must meet minimum requirements that
are stated in Table 14. Fuel samples should be analyzed for
the compliance. Fuels MUST NOT exceed 0.52 mm lubricity
wear scar diameter that is tested on a HFFR . The test must be
performed at 60 °C. Refer to "ISO 12156-1". Fuels must have
minimum viscosity of 1.4 centistokes that is delivered to the
fuel injection pump. Fuel cooling may be required in order to
maintain minimum viscosity of 1.4 centistokes that is delivered
to the fuel injection pump.
Mixing alcohol or gasoline with diesel fuel can pro-
duce an explosive mixture in the engine crankcase
or the fuel tank. Alcohol or gasoline must not be
used in order to dilute diesel fuel. Failure to follow
this instruction may result in death or personal in-
jury.
There are many other diesel fuel specifications that
are published by governments and by technological
societies. Usually, those specifications do not review
all the requirements that are addressed in table 14.
To ensure optimum engine performance, a complete
fuel analysis should be obtained before engine
operation. The fuel analysis should include all of the
properties that are stated in the table 14.
Fuel Additive
Supplemental diesel fuel additives are not generally
recommended. This is due to potential damage to
the fuel system or the engine. Your fuel supplier
or the fuel manufacturer will add the appropriate
supplemental diesel fuel additives.
(1)
Grade
JP-5
JP-8
Jet-A-1
Perkins recognizes the fact that additives may
be required in some special circumstances. Fuel
additives need to be used with caution. Contact
your fuel supplier for those circumstances when
fuel additives are required. Your fuel supplier can
recommend the appropriate fuel additive and the
correct level of treatment.
Note: For the best results, your fuel supplier should
treat the fuel when additives are required. The treated
fuel must meet the requirements that are stated in
table 14.
Fluid Recommendations
General Lubricant Information
Because of government regulations regarding the
certification of exhaust emissions from the engine,
the lubricant recommendations must be followed.
•
EMA Engine Manufacturers Association
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•
API American Petroleum Institute
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• SAE
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Automotive Engineers Inc.
Engine Manufacturers Association (EMA)
Oils
The "Engine Manufacturers Association
Recommended Guideline on Diesel Engine Oil" is
recognized by Perkins. For detailed information
about this guideline, see the latest edition of EMA
publication, "EMA DHD -1".
API Oils
The Engine Oil Licensing and Certification System by
the American Petroleum Institute (API) is recognized
by Perkins. For detailed information about this
system, see the latest edition of the "API publication
No. 1509". Engine oils that bear the API symbol are
authorized by API.
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