(Table 15, contd)
(1)
The service life of coolant is also limited by use (service hours).
Refer to the specific engine's Operation and Maintenance Man-
ual, “Maintenance Interval Schedule” (Maintenance Section).
Fuel
Fuel Recommendations
Diesel engines have the ability to burn a wide variety
of fuels. These fuels are divided into two general
groups. The two groups are called the preferred fuels
and the permissible fuels.
The preferred fuels provide maximum engine service
life and performance. The preferred fuels are
distillate fuels. These fuels are commonly called
diesel fuel, furnace fuel, gas oil, or kerosene.
The permissible fuels are crude oils or blended fuels.
Use of these fuels can result in higher maintenance
costs and in reduced engine service life.
In North America, diesel fuel that is identified as No.
1-D or No. 2-D in “ASTM D975” generally meet the
specifications. Diesel fuels from other sources could
exhibit detrimental properties that are not defined or
controlled by this specification.
Refer to Special Publication, SEBU6251, “Caterpillar
Commercial Diesel Engine Fluids
Recommendations” for additional information that
relates to diesel fuel.
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Maintenance Section
Refill Capacities and Recommendations
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