7.7.3 Engine oil – Sample extraction and analysis
Preconditions
☑ MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (A001061/..) are available.
DANGER
Components are moving or rotating.
Risk of crushing, danger of parts of the body being caught or pulled in!
• Operate the engine at low load only. Keep clear of the danger zone of the engine.
WARNING
Oil is hot.
Oil can contain residue/substances which are harmful to health.
Risk of injury and poisoning!
• Allow the product to cool to below 50 °C before beginning work.
• Wear protective clothing, protective gloves and goggles/safety mask.
• Avoid contact with skin.
• Do not inhale oil vapor.
WARNING
Oils/oil vapors are combustible/explosive.
Risk of fire and explosion!
• Avoid open flames, electric sparks and ignition sources.
• Do not smoke.
WARNING
High level of engine noise when the engine is running.
Risk of damage to hearing!
• Wear ear protectors.
Engine oil – Sample extraction
1. Connect sampling hose (unit manufacturer
scope of supply) to sampling neck (arrowed)
with engine running at operating tempera-
ture.
2. Extract engine oil samples in accordance with
the MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specifications
(A001061/..) and have them analyzed by a
certified laboratory.
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