Fluid Recommendations (SEBU6993-05)
Fluid Recommendations (SEBU6993-05)
Due to significant variations in the quality and in the performance of commercially available oils, Caterpillar makes the following recommendations:
Table 1
Note: Cat DEO and Cat DEO-ULS multigrade oils are the preferred oils for use in this Cat Diesel Engine.
Commercial Oil
Note: Commercial oils that are not Cat oils are second choice oils for your engine.
NOTICE
Caterpillar does not warrant the quality or performance of fluids
that are not Cat fluids.
The three current Cat ECF specifications are: Cat ECF-1-a, Cat ECF-2, and Cat ECF-3. Each higher Cat ECF specification provides increased
performance over lower Cat ECF specifications.
A commercial oil must meet the following standards to be considered an equivalent of a Cat Diesel Engine Oil:
Table 2
In selecting oil for any engine application, both of the following must be satisfied: the oil viscosity and the category of oil performance or the
specification for oil performance . Using only one of these parameters will not sufficiently define oil for an engine application.
The proper SAE viscosity grade of oil is determined by the following temperatures: minimum ambient temperature during cold engine start-up and
maximum ambient temperature during engine operation.
Refer to Table 3 (minimum temperature) to determine the required oil viscosity for starting a cold engine.
Refer to Table 3 (maximum temperature) to select the oil viscosity for engine operation at the highest ambient temperature that is anticipated.
Note: Generally, use the highest oil viscosity that is available to meet the requirement for the temperature at start-up.
Cat ECF-2
SAE 0W-30 −40 30 −40 86
Cat ECF-3
Cat Cold-Weather DEO-ULS
Cat ECF-1-a
Cat ECF-3
Cat DEO-ULS
Cat ECF-1-a
Cat ECF-3
Cat DEO-ULS SYN
Cat DEO
Cat ECF-1-a
SAE 5W-40 −30 50 −22 122
Cat ECF-2
Cat ECF-3
Cat ECF-1-a
Cat ECF-2
SAE 10W-30 −18 40 0 104
Cat ECF-3
Cat DEO-ULS
SAE 10W-40 −18 50 0 122
Cat DEO SAE 15W-40 −9.5 50 15 122
Table 3
Note: A cold soaked start occurs when the engine has not been operated recently, allowing the oil to become more viscous due to cooler ambient
temperatures. Supplemental heat is recommended for cold soaked starts below the minimum ambient temperature. Supplemental heat may be
necessary for cold soaked starts that are above the minimum temperature depending on factors such as parasitic load.
The minimum required Total Base Number (TBN) for oil depends on the fuel sulfur level. The TBN for new oil is typically determined by the "ASTM
D2896" procedure. For direct injection engines that use distillate fuel, the following guidelines apply:
Cat DEO-ULS
Above 0.1 percent (above 1000 ppm)(2) Cat DEO(3) Min 10
Table 4
(1)
(2) When using fuel with 0.10% sulfur (1000 ppm) or higher, refer to this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Severe Service Application" for more information.
(3) For fuels of sulfur levels that exceed 1.0 percent (10,000 ppm), refer to TBN and engine oil guidelines given in this section.
Cat DEO-ULS may be used if an oil analysis program is followed. Base the oil change interval on the analysis.
Oil condition
Oil contamination
Identification of oil
These four types of analysis are used to monitor the condition of your equipment. The four types of analysis will also help you identify potential
problems. A properly administered S·O·S oil analysis program may result in reduced repair costs and the program will lessen the impact of
downtime.
The S·O·S Oil Analysis program uses a wide range of tests to determine the condition of the oil and the crankcase. Guidelines that are based on
experience and a correlation to failures have been established for these tests. Exceeding one or more of these guidelines could indicate serious
fluid degradation or a pending component failure. A trained person at your Cat dealership should make the final analysis.
NOTICE
Always use a designated pump for oil sampling, and use a
separate designated pump for coolant sampling. Using the
same pump for both types of samples may contaminate the
samples that are being drawn. This contaminate may cause a
false analysis and an incorrect interpretation that could lead to
concerns by both dealers and customers.
Refer to Special Publication, SEBU6251 , "Cat Commercial Engine Fluids Recommendations" to obtain additional information about S·O·S
Services oil analysis. You can also contact your local Cat dealer.
Fuel
Note: Caterpillar strongly recommends the filtration of fuel through a fuel filter with a rating of four microns(c) absolute or less. This filtration should
be on the device that dispenses the fuel to the fuel tank for the engine. This filtration should also be on the device that dispenses fuel from the bulk
storage tank. Series filtration is recommended.
NOTICE
In order to meet expected fuel system component life, 4
micron(c) absolute or less secondary fuel filtration is required
for all Cat Diesel Engines that are equipped with unit injected
fuel systems. All current Cat Diesel Engines are factory
equipped with Cat Advanced Efficiency 4 micron(c) absolute
fuel filters.
Diesel engines can 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.
Note: The permissible fuels are some crude oils, some blends of crude oil with distillate fuel, some biodiesel, and some marine diesel fuel. These
fuels are not suitable for use in all engine applications. The acceptability of these fuels for use is determined on an individual basis. A complete fuel
analysis is required.
For more information, refer to Special Publication, SEBU6251 , "Cat Commercial Engine Fluids Recommendations" or consult your Cat dealer for
further information.
The preferred fuels provide maximum engine service life and performance. The preferred fuels are distillate fuels. These fuels are commonly
called diesel fuel, furnace oil, gas oil, or kerosene. These fuels must meet the “Cat Specification for Distillate Diesel Fuel for Off-Highway Diesel
Engines” found in this Special Publication, "Distillate Diesel Fuel" article.
Note: The permissible fuels are some crude oils, some blends of crude oil with distillate fuel, some biodiesel, and some marine diesel fuel. These
fuels are not suitable for use in all engine applications. The acceptability of these fuels for use is determined on a case by case basis. A
complete fuel analysis is required. Consult your Cat dealer for further information.
NOTICE
The footnotes are a key part of the “Cat Specification for
Distillate Diesel Fuel for Off-Highway Diesel Engines” Table.
Read ALL of the footnotes.
"D6890"
The cloud point must not exceed the lowest expected ambient
Cloud Point "D2500" "ISO 3015"
temperature.
Copper Strip Corrosion No. 3 maximum "D130" "ISO 2160"
10% at 282 °C (540 °F)
maximum
maximum
Pour Point 6 °C (10 °F) minimum below ambient temperature "D97" "ISO 3016"
"D5453"
ISO 20846
Sulfur
(3)(4)(5)
or
or
"D2622"
ISO 20884
1.4 cSt minimum and 20.0 cSt maximum as delivered to the fuel injection
pumps
Kinematic Viscosity - -
1.4 cSt minimum and 4.5 cSt maximum as delivered to the rotary fuel
injection pumps
"D1796" or
Water and Sediment 0.05% maximum "ISO 3734"
"D2709"
No equivalent
Water 0.05% maximum "D6304"
test
Sediment 0.05% maximum (weight) "D473" "ISO 3735"
Gums and Resins (6) 10 mg per 100 mL maximum "D381" "ISO 6246"
No equivalent
Lubricity 0.52 mm (0.0205 inch) maximum at 60 °C (140 °F) "D6079"
test
Table 5
(1)
Alternatively, to ensure a minimum cetane number of 35 (PC engines), and 40 (DI engines), distillate diesel fuel should have a minimum cetane index of 37.5 (PC engines), and
(2) 44.2 (DI engines) when the "ASTM D4737-96a" test method is used. A fuel with a higher cetane number may be required for operation at a higher altitude or in cold weather.
Via standards tables, the equivalent kg/m3 (kilograms per cubic meter) using the "ASTM D287" test method temperature of 15.56° C (60° F) for the minimum API gravity of 30 is
3 3
(3) 875.7 kg/m , and for the maximum API gravity of 45 is 801.3 kg/m .
(4) ULSD 0.0015% (<15 ppm S) is required by law for Tier 4 engines and engines with aftertreatment devices.
Certain Cat fuel systems and engine components can operate on fuel with a maximum sulfur content of 3%. Contact your Cat dealer for guidance about appropriate maintenance
(5) intervals and fluids for engines operating on fuel with sulfur levels between 0.1% and 3%.
An engine which operates on fuel with 0.1% (1000 ppm) of sulfur or more is operating in a severe service application. Refer to this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Severe
(6) Service Application" for information about operating an engine in a severe service application.
Follow the test conditions and procedures for gasoline (motor).
Biodiesel
A biodiesel blend of up to 20 percent may be used in the engine when the fuel blend meets the recommendations in table 6 and meets the
recommendations in Special Publication, SEBU6251 , "Biodiesel".
Note: A complete Cat S·O·S Services oil analysis program is recommended when using biodiesel blends above 5 percent.
Fuel Additives
Cat Diesel Fuel Conditioner
Cat Diesel Fuel Conditioner is a proprietary formulation that has been extensively tested for use with distillate diesel fuels for use in Cat Diesel
Engines. Cat Diesel Fuel Conditioner is a high-performance diesel fuel conditioner for use with lower quality fuels that do not meet the minimum
requirements of any of the following:
National Conference on Weights and Measures (NCWM) Premium Diesel definition (refer to 2004or newer National Institute of Standards &
Technology (NIST) Handbook).
EN590 (non-arctic)
ASTM D975
Cat Diesel Fuel Conditioner is the only fuel conditioner/additive available to the end user that is tested and approved by Caterpillar for use in Cat
Diesel Engines.
Refer to Special Publication, SEBU6251 , "Cat Commercial Diesel Engine Fluids Recommendations" for information about the use of Cat Diesel
Fuel Conditioner.
Cat Diesel Fuel System Cleaner is a proven high-performance detergent product designed specifically for cleaning deposits that form in the fuel
system. Deposits in the fuel system reduce system performance and can increase fuel consumption. Cat Diesel Fuel System Cleaner addresses
the deposits formed due to the use of degraded diesel fuel, poor quality diesel fuel, and diesel fuel containing high quantities of high molecular
weight compounds. Cat Diesel Fuel System Cleaner addresses deposits formed due to the use of biodiesel, biodiesel blends, and biodiesel that
does not meet the appropriate quality specifications. Continued use of Cat Diesel Fuel System Cleaner is proven to inhibit the growth of new
deposits.
Caterpillar strongly recommends that Cat Diesel Fuel System Cleaner be used with biodiesel and biodiesel blends. Cat Diesel Fuel System
Cleaner is suitable for use with biodiesel/biodiesel blends that meet Cat biodiesel recommendations and requirements. Not all fuel cleaners are
suitable for use with biodiesel/biodiesel blends. Read and follow all applicable label usage instructions. Also, refer to Special Publication,
SEBU6251 , "Cat Commercial Diesel Engine Fluids Recommendations", "Distillate Diesel Fuel", article and also refer to the “Biodiesel” article,
which includes Caterpillar biodiesel recommendations and requirements.
In special circumstances, Caterpillar recognizes the need for fuel additives. Use fuel additives with caution. The additive may not be compatible
with the fuel. Some additives may precipitate. This action causes deposits in the fuel system. The deposits may cause seizure. Some additives
may plug fuel filters. Some additives may be corrosive, and some additives may be harmful to the elastomers in the fuel system. Some additives
may damage emission control systems. Some additives may raise fuel sulfur levels above the maximum levels that are allowed by the following
agencies: EPA and other regulatory agencies. Contact your fuel supplier for those circumstances when fuel additives are required. Your fuel
supplier can make recommendations for additives to use and for the proper level of treatment.
Note: For best results, your fuel supplier should treat the fuel when additives are needed.
Cooling System
Note: Refer to Special Publication, SEBU6251 , "Cat Commercial Diesel Engine Fluids Recommendations" for complete information about the
proper fluids for use in the cooling system.
Note: The interval for changing the coolant varies depending on the type of coolant being replaced. Refer to this article "Coolant
Recommendations", for the intervals for changing the coolant.
The cooling system operates under pressure which is controlled
by the radiator pressure cap. Removing the cap while the
system is hot may allow the escape of hot coolant and steam,
causing serious burns.
Before you remove the radiator cap, allow the system to cool.
Use a thick cloth and turn the radiator cap slowly to the first
stop to allow pressure to escape before fully removing the cap.
NOTICE
Never add coolant to an overheated engine. Engine damage
could result. Allow the engine to cool first.
NOTICE
If the engine is to be stored in, or shipped to an area with below
freezing temperatures, the cooling system must be either
protected to the lowest outside temperature or drained
completely in order to prevent damage caused by freezing
coolant.
NOTICE
Never operate an engine without water temperature regulators
in the cooling system. Water temperature regulators help to
maintain the engine coolant at the proper operating
temperature. Cooling system problems can develop without
water temperature regulators. Removing the regulators allows
some coolant to bypass the radiator, potentially causing
overheating.
Coolant Recommendations
Note: A Cat Diesel Engine equipped with air-to-air aftercooling (ATAAC) requires a minimum of 30 percent glycol to help prevent water pump
cavitation.
6000 hours Add Extender at 3000 service
Min requirements Phosphate, borate, and silicate free
coolants
3000 hours
Cat DEAC SCA at maintenance intervals
or 3 years
Acceptable
3000 hours
Cat SCA in water SCA at maintenance intervals
or 2 years
"ASTM D6210" and
of 1200 ppm (70
Nitrite (as NO2) concentration: Minimum
Min requirements for fully
grains/US gal) and maximum of 2400 ppm (140 grains/US 3000 hours
formulated Heavy-Duty SCA at maintenance intervals
gal)
or 2 years
Commercial coolants
Silicon concentration: minimum
of 100 ppm and maximum
of 275 ppm
"ASTM D4985" and(1)
Table 7
(1)
New Coolants at 50 volume percent diluted. Coolants that are prediluted at the coolant manufacturer must be diluted with water that meets Reagent 4 "ASTM D1193"
(2) requirements.
(3) Maintain the in-service coolant at the given limits.
When referring to the service hours, use the interval that occurs first. These coolant change intervals are only achievable with annual S·O·S Services Level 2 coolant sampling
analysis.
Special Requirements
Cat C7-C32 Marine Engines with heat Minimum of 30% glycol is required. 50% Glycol is recommended. Water alone or water with SCA or
exchangers with ELI is NOT allowed.
Table 8
Table 9
(1)
Required to maintain nitrites and coolant color.
NOTICE
Use Only Approved SCAs and Extenders
For more information, refer to Special Publication, SEBU6251 , "Cat Commercial Engine Fluids Recommendations".
Recommended Interval
Type of Coolant Level 1 Level 2
Cat DEAC
Cat SCA
Every 250 hours Yearly(1)
Coolants
Conventional Heavy-Duty
Cat ELC
Cat ELI
Optional(1) Yearly(1)
Commercial EC-1
Coolants
Table 10
(1)
The Level 2 Coolant Analysis should be performed sooner if a problem is suspected or identified.
Note: Check the SCA (Supplemental Coolant Additive) of the conventional coolant at every oil change or at every 250 hours. Perform this check at
the interval that occurs first.
pH
Conductivity
Visual analysis
Odor analysis
Determination of the possibility of electrolysis within the cooling system of the engine
For more information on S·O·S coolant analysis, consult your Cat dealer.
Greases
If choosing a single grease is necessary, choose a grease that meets or exceeds the requirements of the most demanding application. Remember
that the products which meet the minimum performance requirements can be expected to produce the minimum lives of your parts. False economy
is being used if a grease is purchased with the lowest cost as the only consideration. Instead, use the grease that yields the lowest total operating
cost. The cost should be based on an analysis that includes the costs of parts, labor, downtime, and the cost of the amount of grease that is
required.
For more information, refer to Special Publication, SEBU6251 , "Cat Commercial Engine Fluids Recommendations".
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