MTU 12 V 4000 M33F Operating Instructions Manual page 216

6.13.3 Engine oil – Sample extraction and analysis
Preconditions
☑MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (A001061/..) are available.
Special tools, Material, Spare parts
Designation / Use
MTU test kit
DANGER
Rotating and moving engine parts.
Risk of crushing, danger of parts of the body being caught or pulled in!
• Only run the engine at low power. Keep away from the engine's danger zone.
WARNING
Hot oil.
Oil can contain combustion residues which are harmful to health.
Risk of injury and poisoning!
• Wear protective clothing, gloves, and goggles / safety mask.
• Avoid contact with skin.
• Do not inhale oil vapor.
WARNING
High level of engine noise when the engine is running.
Risk of damage to hearing!
• Wear ear protectors.
Engine oil – Sample extraction
and analysis
1. With the engine running at operating tem-
perature, open screw on centrifugal oil fil-
ter carrier by 1 to 2 rotations.
2. Drain approx. 2 liters engine oil to flush out
the oil sludge.
3. Drain approx. 1 liter engine oil into a clean
container.
4. Close screw.
5. Using the equipment and chemicals in the
MTU test kit, analyze the engine oil for:
• Dispersion capability (spot test);
• Water content;
• Dilution by fuel.
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