Lubricating Oil Specification: Section 504

Section 504
Lubricating Oil Specification
Description
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3.3.6
Lubricating oil (SAE 40) - Specification for heavy fuel operation (HFO)
General
The specific output achieved by modern diesel engines combined with the
use of fuels that satisfy the quality requirements more and more frequently
increase the demands on the performance of the lubricating oil which must
therefore be carefully selected.
Medium alkalinity lubricating oils have a proven track record as lubricants for
the moving parts and turbocharger cylinder and for cooling the pistons.
Lubricating oils of medium alkalinity contain additives that, in addition to
other properties, ensure a higher neutralisation reserve than with fully com-
pounded engine oils (HD oils).
International specifications do not exist for medium alkalinity lubricating oils.
A test operation is therefore necessary for a corresponding long period in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Only lubricating oils that have been approved by MAN Diesel & Turbo may be
used. These are listed in the table entitled "Lubricating oils approved for use
in heavy fuel oil-operated MAN Diesel & Turbo four-stroke engines".
Specifications
Base oil The base oil (doped lubricating oil = base oil + additives) must have a narrow
distillation range and be refined using modern methods. If it contains paraf-
fins, they must not impair the thermal stability or oxidation stability.
The base oil must comply with the limit values in the table below, particularly
in terms of its resistance to ageing:
Properties/Characteristics Unit Test method Limit value
Make-up - - Ideally paraffin based
Low-temperature behaviour, still flowable °C ASTM D 2500 -15
Lubricating oil (SAE 40) - Specification for heavy fuel

Flash point (Cleveland) °C ASTM D 92 > 200
Ash content (oxidised ash) Weight % ASTM D 482 < 0.02
Coke residue (according to Conradson) Weight % ASTM D 189 < 0.50
Ageing tendency following 100 hours of heating - MAN ageing oven * -
up to 135 °C
Insoluble n-heptane Weight % ASTM D 4055 < 0.2
or DIN 51592
Evaporation loss Weight % - <2
Spot test (filter paper) - MAN Diesel test Precipitation of resins or
asphalt-like ageing products
must not be identifiable.
Table 1: Base oils - target values
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operation (HFO)
* Works' own method
Medium alkalinity lubricating The prepared oil (base oil with additives) must have the following properties:
General
oil
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Additives The additives must be dissolved in the oil and their composition must ensure
that after combustion as little ash as possible is left over, even if the engine is
provisionally operated with distillate oil.

The ash must be soft. If this prerequisite is not met, it is likely the rate of dep-
osition in the combustion chamber will be higher, particularly at the outlet
valves and at the turbocharger inlet housing. Hard additive ash promotes pit-
ting of the valve seats, and causes valve burn-out, it also increases mechani-
cal wear of the cylinder liners.
Additives must not increase the rate, at which the filter elements in the active
or used condition are blocked.
Washing ability The washing ability must be high enough to prevent the accumulation of tar
and coke residue as a result of fuel combustion. The lubricating oil must not
absorb the deposits produced by the fuel.
Dispersion capability The selected dispersibility must be such that commercially-available lubricat-
ing oil cleaning systems can remove harmful contaminants from the oil used,
i.e. the oil must possess good filtering properties and separability.
Neutralisation capability The neutralisation capability (ASTM D2896) must be high enough to neutral-
ise the acidic products produced during combustion. The reaction time of
the additive must be harmonised with the process in the combustion cham-
ber.
For tips on selecting the base number, refer to the table entitled “Base num-
ber to be used for various operating conditions".
Evaporation tendency The evaporation tendency must be as low as possible as otherwise the oil
consumption will be adversely affected.
Additional requirements The lubricating oil must not contain viscosity index improver. Fresh oil must
not contain water or other contaminants.
Lubricating oil selection

Engine SAE class
16/24, 21/31, 27/38, 28/32S, 32/40, 32/44, 40/54, 48/60, 58/64, 40

51/60DF
Table 2: Viscosity (SAE class) of lubricating oils
Neutralisation properties Lubricating oils with medium alkalinity and a range of neutralisation capabili-
(BN) ties (BN) are available on the market. According to current knowledge, a rela-
tionship can be established between the anticipated operating conditions
and the BN number as shown in the table entitled "Base number to be used
for various operating conditions". However, the operating results are still the
overriding factor in determining which BN number produces the most effi-
cient engine operation.
Approx. BN Engines/Operating conditions
of fresh oil
(mg KOH/g oil)
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20 Marine diesel oil (MDO) of a lower quality and high sulphur content or heavy fuel oil with a sulphur
operation (HFO)
content of less than 0.5 %

30 generally 23/30H and 28/32H. 23/30A, 28/32A and 28/32S under normal operating conditions.
General
For engines 16/24, 21/31, 27/38, 32/40, 32/44CR, 40/54, 48/60 as well as 58/64 and 51/60DF
for exclusively HFO operation only with a sulphur content < 1.5 %.
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3.3.6
Approx. BN Engines/Operating conditions
of fresh oil
(mg KOH/g oil)
40 Under unfavourable operating conditions 23/30A, 28/32A and 28/32S, and where the corre-
sponding requirements for the oil service life and washing ability exist.
In general 16/24, 21/31, 27/38, 32/40, 32/44CR, 40/54, 48/60 as well as 58/64 and 51/60DF for
exclusively HFO operation providing the sulphur content is over 1.5 %.
50 32/40, 32/44CR, 40/54, 48/60 and 58/64, if the oil service life or engine cleanliness is insufficient
with a BN number of 40 (high sulphur content of fuel, extremely low lubricating oil consumption).
Table 3: Base number to be used for various operating conditions
Operation with low-sulphur To comply with the emissions regulations, the sulphur content of fuels used
fuel nowadays varies. Fuels with a low-sulphur content must be used in environ-
mentally-sensitive areas (SECA). Fuels with a higher sulphur content may be
used outside SECA zones. In this case, the BN number of the lubricating oil
selected must satisfy the requirements for operation using fuel with a high-
sulphur content. A lubricating oil with low BN number may only be selected if
fuel with a low-sulphur content is used exclusively during operation.
However, the results obtained in practiсe that demonstrate the most efficient
engine operation are the factor that ultimately determines, which additive
fraction is permitted.
Cylinder lubricating oil In engines with separate cylinder lubrication systems, the pistons and cylin-
der liners are supplied with lubricating oil via a separate lubricating oil pump.
The quantity of lubricating oil is set at the factory according to the quality of
the fuel to be used and the anticipated operating conditions.
Use a lubricating oil for the cylinder and lubricating circuit as specified above.
Speed governor Multigrade oil 5W40 should ideally be used in mechanical-hydraulic control-
lers with a separate oil sump, unless the technical documentation for the
speed governor specifies otherwise. If this oil is not available when filling,
15W40 oil may be used instead in exceptional cases. In this case, it makes
no difference whether synthetic or mineral-based oils are used.
The military specification for these oils is O-236.
Experience with the drive engine L27/38 has shown that the operating tem-

perature of the Woodward controller UG10MAS and corresponding actuator
for UG723+ can reach temperatures higher than 93 °C. In these cases, we
recommend using synthetic oil such as Castrol Alphasyn HG150. The
engines supplied after March 2005 are already filled with this oil.
Lubricating oil additives The use of other additives with the lubricating oil, or the mixing of different
brands (oils by different manufacturers), is not permitted as this may impair
the performance of the existing additives which have been carefully harmon-
ised with each another, and also specially tailored to the base oil.
Selection of lubricating oils/ Most of the mineral oil companies are in close regular contact with engine
warranty manufacturers, and can therefore provide information on which oil in their
specific product range has been approved by the engine manufacturer for
the particular application. Irrespective of the above, the lubricating oil manu-
facturers are in any case responsible for the quality and characteristics of
their products. If you have any questions, we will be happy to provide you
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operation (HFO)
with further information.

Oil during operation There are no prescribed oil change intervals for MAN Diesel & Turbo medium
speed engines. The oil properties must be regularly analysed. The oil can be
General
used for as long as the oil properties remain within the defined limit values
(see table entitled "Limit values for used lubricating oil“). An oil sample must
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be analysed every 1-3 months (see maintenance schedule). The quality of the
oil can only be maintained if it is cleaned using suitable equipment (e.g. a
separator or filter).
Temporary operation with Due to current and future emission regulations, heavy fuel oil cannot be used
gas oil in designated regions. Low-sulphur diesel fuel must be used in these regions
instead.
If the engine is operated with low-sulphur diesel fuel for less than 1000 h, a
lubricating oil which is suitable for HFO operation (BN 30 – 55 mg KOH/g)
can be used during this period.
If the engine is operated provisionally with low-sulphur diesel fuel for more
than 1000 h and is subsequently operated once again with HFO, a lubricat-
ing oil with a BN of 20 must be used. If the BN 20 lubricating oil from the
same manufacturer as the lubricating oil is used for HFO operation with
higher BN (40 or 50), an oil change will not be required when effecting the
changeover. It will be sufficient to use BN 20 oil when replenishing the used
lubricating oil.
If you wish to operate the engine with HFO once again, it will be necessary to
change over in good time to lubricating oil with a higher BN (30 – 55). If the
lubricating oil with higher BN is by the same manufacturer as the BN 20 lubri-
cating oil, the changeover can also be effected without an oil change. In
doing so, the lubricating oil with higher BN (30 – 55) must be used to replen-
ish the used lubricating oil roughly 2 weeks prior to resuming HFO operation.
Limit value Procedure
Viscosity at 40 ℃ 110 - 220 mm²/s ISO 3104 or ASTM D 445
Base number (BN) at least 50 % of fresh oil ISO 3771
Flash point (PM) At least 185 ℃ ISO 2719
Water content max. 0.2 % (max. 0.5 % for brief peri- ISO 3733 or ASTM D 1744
ods)
n-heptane insoluble max. 1.5 % DIN 51592 or IP 316
Metal content depends on engine type and operat-
ing conditions
Guide value only .
Fe max. 50 ppm
Cr max. 10 ppm
Cu max. 15 ppm
Pb max. 20 ppm
Sn max. 10 ppm
Al max. 20 ppm
Table 4: Limit values for used lubricating oil
Tests
We can analyse lubricating oil for customers at our laboratory. A 0.5 l sample
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is required for the test.

operation (HFO)
Base Number (mgKOH/g)

Manufacturer
20 30 40 50
General
AEGEAN —— Alfamar 430 Alfamar 440 Alfamar 450

AGIP —— Cladium 300 Cladium 400 ——
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Base Number (mgKOH/g)
Manufacturer
20 30 40 50
BP Energol IC-HFX 204 Energol IC-HFX 304 Energol IC-HFX 404 Energol IC-HFX 504
CASTROL TLX Plus 204 TLX Plus 304 TLX Plus 404 TLX Plus 504
CEPSA —— Troncoil 3040 Plus Troncoil 4040 Plus Troncoil 5040 Plus
CHEVRON Taro 20DP40 Taro 30DP40 Taro 40XL40 Taro 50XL40
(Texaco, Caltex) Taro 20DP40X Taro 30DP40X Taro 40XL40X Taro 50XL40X
EXXON MOBIL —— Mobilgard M430 Mobilgard M440 Mobilgard M50
—— Exxmar 30 TP 40 Exxmar 40 TP 40
LUKOIL Navigo TPEO 20/40 Navigo TPEO 30/40 Navigo TPEO 40/40 Navigo TPEO 50/40
Navigo TPEO 55/40
PETROBRAS Marbrax CCD-420 Marbrax CCD-430 Marbrax CCD-440 ——
REPSOL Neptuno NT 2040 Neptuno NT 3040 Neptuno NT 4040 ——
SHELL Argina S 40 Argina T 40 Argina X 40 Argina XL 40
Argina XX 40
TOTAL LUBMAR- —— Aurelia TI 4030 Aurelia TI 4040 Aurelia TI 4055
INE
Table 5: Approved lubricating oils for heavy fuel oil-operated MAN Diesel & Turbo four-stroke engines.
No liability assumed if these oils are used

MAN Diesel & Turbo SE does not assume liability for problems that
occur when using these oils.

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operation (HFO)
General
6680 3.3.6-01 EN 5 (5)

3.3.5
Specification of lubricating oil (SAE 40) for operation with gas oil, diesel oil
(MGO/MDO) and biofuels
General
The specific output achieved by modern diesel engines combined with the
use of fuels that satisfy the quality requirements more and more frequently
increase the demands on the performance of the lubricating oil which must
therefore be carefully selected.
Doped lubricating oils (HD oils) have a proven track record as lubricants for
the drive, cylinder, turbocharger and also for cooling the piston. Doped lubri-
cating oils contain additives that, amongst other things, ensure dirt absorp-
tion capability, cleaning of the engine and the neutralisation of acidic com-
bustion products.
Only lubricating oils that have been approved by MAN Diesel & Turbo may be
used. These are listed in the tables below.
Specifications
Base oil The base oil (doped lubricating oil = base oil + additives) must have a narrow
distillation range and be refined using modern methods. If it contains paraf-
fins, they must not impair the thermal stability or oxidation stability.
The base oil must comply with the following limit values, particularly in terms
of its resistance to ageing.
Properties/Characteristics Unit Test method Limit value
Make-up - - Ideally paraffin based
Low-temperature behaviour, still flowable °C ASTM D 2500 -15
Flash point (Cleveland) °C ASTM D 92 > 200
Specification of lubricating oil (SAE 40) for operation with

Ash content (oxidised ash) Weight % ASTM D 482 < 0.02
Coke residue (according to Conradson) Weight % ASTM D 189 < 0.50
Ageing tendency following 100 hours of heating - MAN ageing oven * -
up to 135 °C
gas oil, diesel oil (MGO/MDO) and biofuels
Insoluble n-heptane Weight % ASTM D 4055 < 0.2
or DIN 51592
Evaporation loss Weight % - <2
Spot test (filter paper) - MAN Diesel test Precipitation of resins or
asphalt-like ageing products
must not be identifiable.
Table 1: Base oils - target values
* Works' own method
Compounded lubricating oils The base oil to which the additives have been added (doped lubricating oil)
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(HD oils) must have the following properties:

Additives The additives must be dissolved in the oil, and their composition must ensure
that as little ash as possible remains after combustion.
General
6680 3.3.5-01 EN 1 (5)

3.3.5
The ash must be soft. If this prerequisite is not met, it is likely the rate of dep-
osition in the combustion chamber will be higher, particularly at the outlet
valves and at the turbocharger inlet housing. Hard additive ash promotes pit-
ting of the valve seats, and causes valve burn-out, it also increases mechani-
cal wear of the cylinder liners.
Additives must not increase the rate, at which the filter elements in the active
or used condition are blocked.
Washing ability The washing ability must be high enough to prevent the accumulation of tar
and coke residue as a result of fuel combustion.
Dispersion capability The selected dispersibility must be such that commercially-available lubricat-
ing oil cleaning systems can remove harmful contaminants from the oil used,
i.e. the oil must possess good filtering properties and separability.
Neutralisation capability The neutralisation capability (ASTM D2896) must be high enough to neutral-
ise the acidic products produced during combustion. The reaction time of
the additive must be harmonised with the process in the combustion cham-
ber.
Evaporation tendency The evaporation tendency must be as low as possible as otherwise the oil
consumption will be adversely affected.
Additional requirements The lubricating oil must not contain viscosity index improver. Fresh oil must
not contain water or other contaminants.
Lubricating oil selection

Engine SAE class
16/24, 21/31, 27/38, 28/32S, 32/40, 32/44, 40/54, 48/60, 58/64, 40
51/60DF
Table 2: Viscosity (SAE class) of lubricating oils
Doped oil quality We recommend doped lubricating oils (HD oils) according to international
specifications MIL-L 2104 or API-CD with a base number of BN 10 – 16 mg
KOH/g. Military specification O-278 lubricating oils may be used.
The operating conditions of the engine and the quality of the fuel determine
the additive fractions the lubricating oil should contain. If marine diesel oil is
used, which has a high sulphur content of 1.5 up to 2.0 weight %, a base
number of appr. 20 should be selected. However, the operating results that
ensure the most efficient engine operation ultimately determine the additive
content.
Cylinder lubricating oil In engines with separate cylinder lubrication systems, the pistons and cylin-
der liners are supplied with lubricating oil via a separate lubricating oil pump.
The quantity of lubricating oil is set at the factory according to the quality of
the fuel to be used and the anticipated operating conditions.
Use a lubricating oil for the cylinder and lubricating circuit as specified above.
Speed governor Multigrade oil 5W40 should ideally be used in mechanical-hydraulic control-
lers with a separate oil sump, unless the technical documentation for the
speed governor specifies otherwise. If this oil is not available when filling,
15W40 oil may be used instead in exceptional cases. In this case, it makes
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no difference whether synthetic or mineral-based oils are used.

The military specification for these oils is O-236.
General
2 (5) 6680 3.3.5-01 EN

3.3.5
Experience with the drive engine L27/38 has shown that the operating tem-
perature of the Woodward controller UG10MAS and corresponding actuator
for UG723+ can reach temperatures higher than 93 °C. In these cases, we
recommend using synthetic oil such as Castrol Alphasyn HG150. The
engines supplied after March 2005 are already filled with this oil.
Lubricating oil additives The use of other additives with the lubricating oil, or the mixing of different
brands (oils by different manufacturers), is not permitted as this may impair
the performance of the existing additives which have been carefully harmon-
ised with each another, and also specially tailored to the base oil.
Selection of lubricating oils/ Most of the mineral oil companies are in close regular contact with engine
warranty manufacturers, and can therefore provide information on which oil in their
specific product range has been approved by the engine manufacturer for
the particular application. Irrespective of the above, the lubricating oil manu-
facturers are in any case responsible for the quality and characteristics of
their products. If you have any questions, we will be happy to provide you
with further information.
Oil during operation There are no prescribed oil change intervals for MAN Diesel & Turbo medium
speed engines. The oil properties must be regularly analysed. The oil can be
used for as long as the oil properties remain within the defined limit values
(see table entitled "Limit values for used lubricating oil“). An oil sample must
be analysed every 1-3 months (see maintenance schedule). The quality of the
oil can only be maintained if it is cleaned using suitable equipment (e.g. a
separator or filter).
Temporary operation with Due to current and future emission regulations, heavy fuel oil cannot be used
gas oil in designated regions. Low-sulphur diesel fuel must be used in these regions
instead.
If the engine is operated with low-sulphur diesel fuel for less than 1000 h, a
lubricating oil which is suitable for HFO operation (BN 30 – 55 mg KOH/g)
can be used during this period.
If the engine is operated provisionally with low-sulphur diesel fuel for more
than 1000 h and is subsequently operated once again with HFO, a lubricat-

ing oil with a BN of 20 must be used. If the BN 20 lubricating oil from the
same manufacturer as the lubricating oil is used for HFO operation with
higher BN (40 or 50), an oil change will not be required when effecting the
changeover. It will be sufficient to use BN 20 oil when replenishing the used
lubricating oil.
If you wish to operate the engine with HFO once again, it will be necessary to
change over in good time to lubricating oil with a higher BN (30 – 55). If the
lubricating oil with higher BN is by the same manufacturer as the BN 20 lubri-
cating oil, the changeover can also be effected without an oil change. In
doing so, the lubricating oil with higher BN (30 – 55) must be used to replen-
ish the used lubricating oil roughly 2 weeks prior to resuming HFO operation.
Tests
We can analyse lubricating oil for customers at our laboratory. A 0.5 l sample
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is required for the test.

General
6680 3.3.5-01 EN 3 (5)

3.3.5
Improper handling of operating fluids

If operating fluids are improperly handled, this can pose a danger to

health, safety and the environment. The relevant safety information by
the supplier of operating fluids must be observed.
Approved lubricating oils SAE 40

Manufacturer Base number 10 - 16 1) (mgKOH/g)
AGIP Cladium 120 - SAE 40
Sigma S SAE 40 2)
BP Energol DS 3-154
CASTROL Castrol MLC 40
Castrol MHP 154
Seamax Extra 40
CHEVRON Texaco Taro 12 XD 40
(Texaco, Caltex) Delo 1000 Marine SAE 40
Delo SHP40
EXXON MOBIL Exxmar 12 TP 40
Mobilgard 412/MG 1SHC
Mobilgard ADL 40
Delvac 1640
PETROBRAS Marbrax CCD-410
Q8 Mozart DP40
REPSOL Neptuno NT 1540
SHELL Gadinia 40
Gadinia AL40
Sirius X40 2)
Rimula R3+40 2)
STATOIL MarWay 1540
MarWay 1040 2)
TOTAL LUBMARINE Caprano M40

Disola M4015
Table 3: Lubricating oils approved for use in MAN Diesel & Turbo four-stroke Diesel engines that run on gas oil and
diesel fuel
If marine diesel oil is used, which has a very high sulphur content of 1.5 up
1)
to 2.0 weight %, a base number of appr. 20 should be selected.

2)
With a sulphur content of less than 1 %
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No liability assumed if these oils are used

MAN Diesel & Turbo SE does not assume liability for problems that
occur when using these oils.
General
4 (5) 6680 3.3.5-01 EN

3.3.5
Limit value Procedure
Viscosity at 40 ℃ 110 - 220 mm²/s ISO 3104 or ASTM D445
Base number (BN) at least 50 % of fresh oil ISO 3771
Flash point (PM) At least 185 ℃ ISO 2719
Water content max. 0.2 % (max. 0.5 % for brief peri- ISO 3733 or ASTM D 1744
ods)
n-heptane insoluble max. 1.5 % DIN 51592 or IP 316
Metal content depends on engine type and operat-
ing conditions
Guide value only .
Fe max. 50 ppm
Cr max. 10 ppm
Cu max. 15 ppm
Pb max. 20 ppm
Sn max. 10 ppm
Al max. 20 ppm
When operating with biofuels: max. 12 % FT-IR
biofuel fraction
Table 4: Limit values for used lubricating oil

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General
6680 3.3.5-01 EN 5 (5)

Description 504.03
Page 1 (4) Treatment and maintenance of lubricating oil
Edition 07
L16/24, L23/30H, V28/32S, L21/31, L27/38

General Operation on Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO)
During operation of trunk engines the lubricating oil HFO-operated engines require effective lubricating
will gradually be contaminated by small particles oil cleaning. In order to ensure a safe operation it is
originating from the combustion. necessary to use supplementary cleaning equip-
Engines operated on heavy fuels will normally ment together with the built-on full flow depth filter.
increase the contamination due to the increased It is mandatory to run bypass separators continu-
content of carbon residues and other contaminants. ously for engines operated on HFO, as an optimal
Contamination of lubricating oil with either freshwa- lubricating oil treatment is fundamental for a reliable
ter or seawater can also occur. working condition. Therefore it is mandatory to
clean the lubricating oil with a bypass separator, so
A certain amount of contaminants can be kept sus- that the wear rates are reduced and the lifetime of
pended in the lubricating oil without affecting the the engine is extended.
lubricating properties.
The condition of the lubricating oil must be kept Bypass equipment
under observation (on a regular basis) by analyzing
oil samples. See Section 504.04 "Criteria for Clean- As a result of normal operation, the lubricating oil
ing/Exchange of Lubricating Oil". contains abraded particles and combustion resi-
dues which have to be removed by the bypass
The moving parts in the engine are protected by the cleaning system and to a certain extent by the
built-on duplex full-flow lubricating oil filter. The duplex full-flow lubricating oil filter as well.
replaceable paper filter cartridges in each filter
chamber have a fineness of 10-15 microns. The With automatic mesh filters this can result in an
safety filter, at the centre of each filter chamber, is a undesirable and hazardous continuous flushing. In
basket filter element, with a fineness of 60 microns view of the high cost of cleaning equipment for
(sphere passing mesh). removing micro impurities, this equipment is only
rated for a certain proportion of the oil flowing
The pressure drop across the replaceable paper fil- through the engine since it is installed in a bypass.
ter cartridges is one parameter indicating the con-
tamination level. The higher the dirt content in the The bypass cleaning equipment is operated
oil, the shorter the periods between filter cartridge ▪ continuously when the engine is in operation or
replacement and cleaning. at standstill
The condition of the lubricating oil can be main- For cleaning of lubricating oil the following bypass
tained / re-established by exchanging the lubricat- cleaning equipment can be used:
ing oil at fixed intervals or based on analyzing oil
▪ Separator unit
samples.
▪ Decanter unit
Operation on Marine Diesel Oil (MDO) & ▪ Self cleaning automatic bypass mesh filter
Marine Gas Oil (MGO) ▪ Centrifugal bypass filter (Holeby Gensets can be
delivered with this built-on filter)
For engines exclusively operated on MDO/MGO we
recommend to install a built-on centrifugal bypass ▪ Bypass depth filter
filter as an additional filter to the built-on full flow The separator unit, decanter unit, the self-cleaning
depth filter. automatic bypass mesh filter and the bypass depth
It is advisable to run bypass separators continu- filter capacity must be adjusted according to
ously for engines operated on MDO/MGO as sepa- maker’s recommendations.
rators present the best cleaning solution. Mesh fil- In case full flow filtration equipment is chosen, this
ters have the disadvantage that they cannot remove must only be installed as in-line cleaning upstream
water and their elements clog quickly. to the duplex full-flow lubricating oil filter, built onto
the engine.
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504.03 Description
Treatment and maintenance of lubricating oil Page 2 (4)
Edition 07
L16/24, L23/30H, V28/32S, L21/31, L27/38

The most appropriate type of equipment for a par- Lubricating oil preheating
ticular application depends on the engine output,
the type and amount of combustion residues, the The installed heater on the separator unit ensures
annual operating time and the operating mode of correct lubricating oil temperature during separa-
the plant. Even with a relatively low number of oper- tion. When the engine is at standstill, the heater can
ating hours there can be a great deal of combustion be used for two functions:
residues if, for instance, the engine is inadequately ▪ The oil in the sump can be preheated to 95 –
preheated and quickly accelerated and loaded. 98 °C by the heater and cleaned continuously
by the separator.
Separator ▪ The heater can also be used to maintain an oil
temperature of at least 40 °C, depending on
Continuous lubricating oil cleaning during engine
installation of the lubricating oil system.
operation is mandatory. An optimal lubricating oil
treatment is fundamental for a reliable working con-
dition of the engine. Cleaning capacity
If the lubricating oil is circulating without a separator Normally, it is recommended to use a self-cleaning
in operation, the lubricating oil will gradually be con- filtration unit in order to optimize the cleaning period
taminated by products of combustion, water and/or and thus also optimize the size of the filtration unit.
acid. In some instances cat-fines may also be Separators for manual cleaning can be used when
present. the reduced effective cleaning time is taken into
In order to prolong the lubricating oil lifetime and consideration by dimensioning the separator
remove wear elements, water and contaminants capacity.
from the lubricating oil, it is mandatory to use a by-
pass separator. The required flow
The separator will reduce the carbon residue con-
tent and other contaminants from combustion on In order to calculate the required lubricating oil flow
engines operated on HFO, and keep the amount through the separator, the separator maker’s rec-
within MDT’s recommendation, on condition that ommendation must be followed.
the separator unit is operated according to maker's As a guidance, the following formula should form
recommendations. the basis for choosing the required flow for the sep-
When operating a cleaning device, the following arator capacity:
recommendations must be followed:
Q = P x 1.36 x n
▪ The optimum cleaning effect is achieved by
T
keeping the lubricating oil in a state of low vis-
cosity for a long period in the separator bowl. Q = required flow (l/h)
▪ Sufficiently low viscosity is obtained by preheat- P = engine output kW)
ing the lubricating oil to a temperature of 95°C - t = actual effective separator operating
98°C, when entering the separator bowl. time per day (hour)
▪ The separator unit capacity must be adjusted n = number of turnovers per day of the
according to maker’s recommendations. theoretical oil volume correspond-
Slow passage of the lubricating oil through the sep- ing to 1.36 l/kW or 1 l/HP
arator is obtained by using a reduced flow rate and The following values for "n" are recommended:
by operating the separator 24 hours a day, stop-
ping only for maintenance, according to maker's n = 5 for HFO operation (residual)
recommendation. n = 4 for MDO operation
n = 3 for distillate fuel
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Description 504.03
Page 3 (4) Treatment and maintenance of lubricating oil
Edition 07
L16/24, L23/30H, V28/32S, L21/31, L27/38

Example 1 Three 1000 kW engines operating on HFO connec-
For multi-engine plants, one separator per engine in ted to a common self-cleaning separator with a
operation is recommended. daily effective separating period of 23 hours:
Separator installation
With multi-engine plants, one separator per engine
in operation is recommended, but if only one sepa-
rator is in operation, the following layout can be
used:
▪ A common separator can be installed, with one
in reserve if possible for operation of all engines
Figure 1: Example 1
through a pipe system, which can be carried
out in various ways. The aim is to ensure that
One 1000 kW engine operating on HFO connected the separator is only connected to one engine
to a self-cleaning separator with a daily effective at a time. This to ensure that there is no suction
separating period of 23 hours: and discharging from one engine to another.
It is recommended that inlet and outlet valves are
connected, so that they can only be changed over
simultaneously.
Example 2 With only one engine in operation there are no
As alternative one common separator can be instal- problems with separating, but if several engines are
led, with one in reserve if possible, for multi-engine in operation for some time it is recommended to
plants. split up the time so that there is separation on all
engines, which are operating in turns.
The capacity of the separator has to correspond
with the separating of oil on the single engine n
times during the available time, every 24 hours. See
section regarding required flow.
Check of lubricating oil system

For cleaning of the lubricating oil system after over-
hauls and inspection of the lubricating oil piping
system the following checks must be carried out:
1. Examine the piping system for leaks.
2. Retighten all bolts and nuts in the piping sys-
tem.
3. Move all valves and cocks in the piping system.
Lubricate valve spindles with graphite or similar.
4. Blow through drain pipes.
5. Check flexible connections for leaks and dam-
1 Interconnected valves ages.
6. Check manometers and thermometers for pos-
Figure 2: Example 2 sible damages.
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Treatment and maintenance of lubricating oil Page 4 (4)
Edition 07
L16/24, L23/30H, V28/32S, L21/31, L27/38

rous particles and rust are active. Furthermore, the
Deterioration of oil lacquer and varnish oxidation products of the oil
itself have an accelerating effect. Continuous clean-
Oil seldomly loses its ability to lubricate, i.e. to form ing of the oil is therefore important to keep the
a friction-decreasing oil film, but it may become cor- sludge content low.
rosive to the steel journals of the bearings in such a
way that the surface of these journals becomes too
rough and wipes the bearing surface.
Water washing
In that case the bearings must be renewed, and the Water washing of HD oils (heavy duty) must not be
journals must also be polished. The corrosiveness carried out.
of the lubricating oil is either due to far advanced
oxidation of the oil itself (TAN) or to the presence of Water in the oil
inorganic acids (SAN). In both cases the presence
If the TAN is low, a minor increase in the fresh water
of water will multiply the effect, especially sea water
content of the oil is not immediately detrimental
as the chloride ions act as an inorganic acid.
while the engine is in operation. Naturally, it should
be brought down again as quickly as possible
Signs of deterioration (below 0.2% water content, which is permissible,
If circulating oil of inferior quality is used and the oxi- see description "B 12 15 0/504.04 criteria for
dative influence becomes grave, prompt action is exchange of lube oil”). If the engine is stopped while
necessary as the last stages in the deterioration will corrosion conditions are unsatisfactory, the crank-
develop surprisingly quickly, within one or two shaft must be turned ½ - ¾ revolution once every
weeks. Even if this seldomly happens, it is wise to hour. Please make sure that the crankshaft stops in
be acquainted with the signs of deterioration. different positions, to prevent major damage to
bearings and journals. The lubricating oil must be
These may be some or all of the following: circulated and separated continuously to remove
▪ Sludge precipitation in the separator multiplies water.
▪ Smell of oil becomes acrid or pungent Water in the oil may be noted by steam formation
on the sight glasses, by appearance, or ascertained
▪ Machined surfaces in the crankcase become
by immersing a piece of glass or a soldering iron
coffee-brown with a thin layer of lacquer
heated to 200-300°C in an oil sample. If there is a
▪ Paint in the crankcase peels off or blisters hissing sound, water is present. If a large quantity of
▪ Excessive carbon is formed in the piston cool- water has entered the lubricating oil system, it has
ing chamber to be removed. Either to suck up sediment water
from the bottom, or replace the oil in the sump. An
In a grave case of oil deterioration the system must
oil sample must be analysed immediately for chlor-
be cleaned thoroughly and refilled with new oil.
ide ions.
Oxidation of oils
At normal service temperature the rate of oxidation
is insignificant, but the following factors will acceler-
ate the process:
High temperature
If the coolers are ineffective, the temperature level
will generally rise. A high temperature will also arise
in electrical pre-heaters if the circulation is not con-
tinued for 5 minutes after the heating has been
stopped, or if the heater is only partly filled with oil.
Catalytic action
Oxidation of the oil will be accelerated considerably
if catalytic particles are present in the oil. Wear par-
ticles of copper are especially harmful, but also fer-
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Description 504.04
Page 1 (2) Criteria for Cleaning/Exchange of Lubricating Oil Edition 07
General
Replacement of Lubricating Oil Unit : cSt (mm2/s)
The expected lubricating oil lifetime in operation is Possible test

difficult to determine. The lubricating oil lifetime is methods : ASTM D-445, DIN 51562/53018,
depending on the fuel oil quality, the lubricating oil ISO 3104
quality, the lubricating oil consumption, the lubricating
oil cleaning equipment efficiency and the engine Increasing viscosity indicates problems with inso-
operational conditions. lubles, HFO contamination, water contamination,
oxidation, nitration and low load operation. Decrea-
In order to evaluate the lubricating oil condition a sing viscosity is generally due to dilution with lighter
sample should be drawn on regular basis at least viscosity oil.
once every three month or depending on the latest
analysis result. The lubricating oil sample must be
drawn before the filter at engine in operation. The 2. Flash Point
sample bottle must be clean and dry, supplied with
sufficient indentification and should be closed im- Min. value : 185° C
mediately after filling. The lubricating oil sample
must be examined in an approved laboratory or in Possible test
the lubricating oil suppliers own laboratory. method : ASTM D-92, ISO 2719
A lubricating oil replacement or an extensive lubri- Normally used to indicate fuel dilution.
cating oil cleaning is required when the MAN Diesel
exchange criteria's have been reached.
3. Water Content
Evaluation of the Lubricating Oil Condition Max. value : 0.2 %
Based on the analysis results, the following guidance Unit : Weight %

are normally sufficient for evaluating the lubricating
oil condition. The parameters themselves can not be Possible test
jugded alonestanding, but must be evaluated together method : ASTM D4928, ISO 3733
in order to conclude the lubricating oil condition.
Water can originate from contaminated fuel oil, an
engine cooling water leak or formed as part of the
1. Viscosity combustion process. If water is detected also Sodium,
Glycol or Boron content should be checked in order
Limit value : to confirm engine coolant leaks.
Normal min. max.

value value value 4. Base Number (BN)
SAE 30 [cSt@40° C] 95 - 125 75 160
Min. value : The BN value should not be lower
SAE 30 [cSt@100° C] 11 - 13 9 15 than 50% of fresh lubricating oil
value, but minimum BN level never
SAE 40 [cSt@40° C] 135 - 165 100 220 to be lower than 10-12 at operat-
ing on HFO!
SAE 40 [cSt@100° C] 13.5 - 15.0 11 19
Unit : mg KOH/g
Possible test
method : ASTM D-2896, ISO 3771
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Edition 07 Criteria for Cleaning/Exchange of Lubricating Oil Page 2 (2)
General
The neutralization capacity must secure that the acidic Unit : Weight %
combustion products, mainly sulphur originate from
the fuel oil, are neutralized at the lube oil consumption Possible test
level for the specific engine type. Gradually the BN method : ASTM D-893 procedure B in n-
will be reduced, but should reach an equilibrium. Heptane, DIN 51592
Additionally
5. Total Acid Number (TAN) test : If the level in n-Heptane insolubles
is considered high for the type of
Max. value : 3.0 acc. to fresh oil value oil and application, the test could
be followed by a supplementary
Unit : mg KOH/g determination in Toluene.
Possible test Total insolubles is maily derived from products of

method : ASTM D-664 combustion blown by the piston rings into the crank-
case. It also includes burnt lubricating oil, additive
TAN is used to monitor oil degradation and is a ash, rust, salt, wear debris and abrasive matter.
measure of the total acids present in the lubricating
oil derived from oil oxidation (weak acids) and acidic
products of fuel combustion (strong acids). 7. Metal Content
Metal content Remarks Attention limits

6. Insolubles Content
Iron Depend upon max. 50 ppm
Max. value : 1.5 % generally, depending upon Chromium engine type and max. 10 ppm
Copper operating condi- max. 15 ppm
actual dispersant value and the Lead tions max. 20 ppm
increase in viscosity. Tin max. 10 ppm
Aluminium max. 20 ppm
Silicon max. 20 ppm
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Description
Page 1 (1) Lubricating Points 504.05
Edition 03
General
Lubricating Oil Types Used in the Engine
Description Lub. Oil Type
Engine system lubricating oil SAE 40 oil according to lubricating oil specification on page 504.01.
Turbocharger Engine system lubricating oil.
Governor See governor instructions in section 509.
Alternator (only for GenSet) See special instructions in section 518 or separate instructions.
Hydraulic tools Hydraulic oil or turbine oil (with a viscosity of about SAE 20).
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Lubricating Oil in Base Frame 504.06
Page 1 (1) Edition 15
L21/31
340
330
H1 = Min. level alarm point

H2 = Min. level dipstick
H3 = Max. level dipstick
H4 = Max. level alarm point
Type L21/31 5 cyl. 6 cyl. 7 cyl. 8 cyl. 9 cyl.
Min. litre (H2) in base frame 686 778 868 960 1050
Max. litre (H3) in base frame 931 1056 1178 1303 1250
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Description 504.07
Page 1 (2) Specific Lubricating Oil Consumption - SLOC Edition 03
General
Engine type RPM SLOC [g/kWh]
L16/24 1000/1200 0.4 - 0.8
L21/31 900/1000 0.4 - 0.8
L23/30H 720/750/900 0.6 - 1.0
L27/38 720/750 0.4 - 0.8
L28/32H 720/750 0.6 - 1.0
V28/32H 720/750 0.6 - 1.0
V28/32S 720/750 0.4 - 0.8
L32/40 720/750 0.8 - 1.0
Please note that only maximum continuous rating A2:

(PMCR (kW)) should be used in order to evaluate the Lubricating oil evaporation
SLOC. Lubricating oil leakages
Lubricating oil losses at lubricating oil filter
Please note, during engine running-in the SLOC may exchange
exceed the values stated.
The lubricating oil density, ρ @ 15°C must be known
The following formula is used to calculate the in order to convert ρ to the present lubricating oil
SLOC: temperature in the base frame. The following formula
is used to calculate ρ:
SLOC [g/kWh] =
ρlubricating oil [kg/m3] =
(lubricating oil added - A1 - A2 [dm ]) * ρlubricating oil [kg/m ]
3 3
run.hrs period * PMCR [kW] ρlubricating oil @15°C [kg/m3] – 0,64 * (tlubricating oil [°C] – 15)
In order to evaluate the correct engine SLOC, The engine maximum continuous design rating (PMCR)
the following circumstances must be noticed and must always be used in order to be able to compare
subtracted from the engine SLOC: the individual measurements, and the running hours
since the last lubricating oil adding must be used
A1: in the calculation. Due to inaccuracy *) at adding
08028-0D/H5250/94.08.12
Desludging interval and sludge amount from the lubricating oil, the SLOC can only be evaluated
lubricating oil separator (or automatic lubricating oil after 1,000 running hours or more, where only the
filters). The expected lubricating oil content of the average values of a number of lubricating oil addings
sludge amount is 30%. are representative.
The following does also have an influence on Note *)

the SLOC and must be considered in the SLOC A deviation of ± 1 mm with the dipstick measurement
evaluation: must be expected, witch corresponds uptill ± 0.1
g/kWh, depending on the engine type.
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General
Plant / Ship
Lube oil consumption
Engine type:___________________ Engine # :__________________
Lube oil brand/type:__________________________________________
Density @15 C:_____________ [kg/m3]
Date Run. hrs Add. Lube oil A1 + A2 L.O.Temperature SLOC Remarks

[h] [dm³] [dm³] [°C] [g/kWh]
08028-0D/H5250/94.08.12
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3.3.3
Heavy fuel oil (HFO) specification
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Prerequisites
MAN four-stroke diesel engines can be operated with any heavy fuel oil
obtained from crude oil that also satisfies the requirements in Table 1, pro-
viding the engine and fuel processing system have been designed accord-
ingly. To ensure that the relationship between the fuel, spare parts and
repair / maintenance costs remains favorable at all times, the following points
should be observed.
Heavy fuel oil (HFO)

Origin/Refinery process The quality of the heavy fuel oil largely depends on the quality of crude oil
and on the refining process used. This is why the properties of heavy fuel oils
with the same viscosity may vary considerably depending on the bunker
positions. Heavy fuel oil is normally a mixture of residual oil and distillates.
The components of the mixture are normally obtained from modern refinery
processes, such as Catcracker or Visbreaker. These processes can
adversely affect the stability of the fuel as well as its ignition and combustion
properties. The processing of the heavy fuel oil and the operating result of
the engine also depend heavily on these factors.
Bunker positions with standardised heavy fuel oil qualities should preferably
be used. If oils need to be purchased from independent dealers, also ensure
that these also comply with the international specifications. The engine oper-
ator is responsible for ensuring that suitable heavy fuel oils are chosen.
Specifications Fuels intended for use in an engine must satisfy the specifications to ensure
sufficient quality. The limit values for heavy fuel oils are specified in Table 1.
The entries in the last column of Table 1 provide important background infor-
mation and must therefore be observed.
Different international specifications exist for heavy fuel oils. The most impor-
tant specifications are ISO 8217-2010 and CIMAC-2003, which are more or
less identical. The ISO 8217 specification is shown in Fig. 1. All qualities in
these specifications up to K700 can be used, providing the fuel preparation
system has been designed accordingly. To use any fuels, which do not com-
ply with these specifications (e.g. crude oil), consultation with Technical Serv-
ice of MAN Diesel & Turbo SE in Augsburg is required. Heavy fuel oils with a
maximum density of 1,010 kg/m3 may only be used if up-to-date separators
are installed.
Important Even though the fuel properties specified in the table entitled "The fuel speci-
fication and corresponding properties for heavy fuel oil" satisfy the above
requirements, they probably do not adequately define the ignition and com-
bustion properties and the stability of the fuel. This means that the operating
behaviour of the engine can depend on properties that are not defined in the
specification. This particularly applies to the oil property that causes forma-
tion of deposits in the combustion chamber, injection system, gas ducts and
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exhaust gas system. A number of fuels have a tendency towards incompati-

bility with lubricating oil which leads to deposits being formed in the fuel
delivery pump that can block the pumps. It may therefore be necessary to
exclude specific fuels that could cause problems.
General
Blends The addition of engine oils (old lubricating oil, ULO –used lubricating oil) and
additives that are not manufactured from mineral oils, (coal-tar oil, for exam-
ple), and residual products of chemical or other processes such as solvents
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3.3.3
(polymers or chemical waste) is not permitted. Some of the reasons for this
are as follows: abrasive and corrosive effects, unfavourable combustion
6680 3.3.3-01
characteristics, poor compatibility with mineral oils and, last but not least,
adverse effects on the environment. The order for the fuel must expressly
state what is not permitted as the fuel specifications that generally apply do
not include this limitation.
If engine oils (old lubricating oil, ULO – used lubricating oil) are added to fuel,
this poses a particular danger as the additives in the lubricating oil act as
emulsifiers that cause dirt, water and catfines to be transported as fine sus-
pension. They therefore prevent the necessary cleaning of the fuel. In our
experience (and this has also been the experience of other manufacturers),
this can severely damage the engine and turbocharger components.
The addition of chemical waste products (solvents, for example) to the fuel is
prohibited for environmental protection reasons according to the resolution
of the IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee passed on 1st January
1992.
Leak oil collector Leak oil collectors that act as receptacles for leak oil, and also return and
overflow pipes in the lube oil system, must not be connected to the fuel tank.
Leak oil lines should be emptied into sludge tanks.
Viscosity (at 50 ℃) mm2/s (cSt) max. 700 Viscosity/injection viscosity
Viscosity (at 100 ℃) max. 55 Viscosity/injection viscosity
Density (at 15 °C) g/ml max. 1.010 Heavy fuel oil processing
Flash point °C min. 60 Flash point
(ASTM D 93)
Pour point (summer) max. 30 Low-temperature behaviour
(ASTM D 97)
Pour point (winter) max. 30 Low-temperature behaviour
(ASTM D 97)
Coke residue (Conrad- Weight % max. 20 Combustion properties
son)
Sulphur content 5 or Sulphuric acid corrosion
legal requirements
Ash content 0.15 Heavy fuel oil processing
Vanadium content mg/kg 450 Heavy fuel oil processing
Water content Vol. % 0.5 Heavy fuel oil processing
Sediment (potential) Weight % 0.1

Aluminium and silicium mg/kg max. 60 Heavy fuel oil processing
content (total)
Acid number mg KOH/g 2.5
Hydrogen sulphide mg/kg 2
Used lubricating oil mg/kg The fuel must be free of lubri-
(ULO) cating oil (ULO = used lubricat-
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ing oil, old oil). Fuel is consid-

ered as contaminated with
lubricating oil when the follow-
ing concentrations occur:
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Ca > 30 ppm and Zn > 15

ppm or Ca > 30 ppm and P >
15 ppm.
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3.3.3
Asphaltene content Weight % 2/3 of coke residue Combustion properties
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(according to Conradson)
Sodium content mg/kg Sodium < 1/3 Vanadium, Heavy fuel oil processing
Sodium<100
The fuel must be free of admixtures that cannot be obtained from mineral oils, such as vegetable or coal-tar oils. It
must also be
free of tar oil and lubricating oil (old oil), and also chemical waste products such as solvents or polymers.
Table 1: Table_The fuel specification and corresponding characteristics for heavy fuel oil

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3.3.3
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Figure 1: ISO 8217-2010 specification for heavy fuel oil
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Figure 2: ISO 8217-2010 specification for heavy fuel oil (continued)
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3.3.3
6680 3.3.3-01
Additional information
The purpose of the following information is to show the relationship between
the quality of heavy fuel oil, heavy fuel oil processing, the engine operation
and operating results more clearly.
Selection of heavy fuel oil Economic operation with heavy fuel oil within the limit values specified in the
table entitled "The fuel specification and corresponding properties for heavy
fuel oil" is possible under normal operating conditions, provided the system is
working properly and regular maintenance is carried out. If these require-
ments are not satisfied, shorter maintenance intervals, higher wear and a
greater need for spare parts is to be expected. The required maintenance
intervals and operating results determine, which quality of heavy fuel oil
should be used.
It is an established fact that the price advantage decreases as viscosity
increases. It is therefore not always economical to use the fuel with the high-
est viscosity as in many cases the quality of this fuel will not be the best.
Viscosity/injection viscosity Heavy fuel oils with a high viscosity may be of an inferior quality. The maxi-
mum permissible viscosity depends on the preheating system installed and
the capacity (flow rate) of the separator.
The prescribed injection viscosity of 12 - 14 mm2/s (for GenSets, 23/30H and
28/32H: 12 - 18 cSt) and corresponding fuel temperature upstream of the
engine must be observed. This is the only way to ensure efficient atomisation
and mixture formation and therefore low-residue combustion. This also pre-
vents mechanical overloading of the injection system. For the prescribed
injection viscosity and/or the required fuel oil temperature upstream of the
engine, refer to the viscosity temperature diagram.
Heavy fuel oil processing Whether or not problems occur with the engine in operation depends on how
carefully the heavy fuel oil has been processed. Particular care should be
taken to ensure that highly-abrasive inorganic foreign matter (catalyst parti-
cles, rust, sand) are effectively removed. It has been shown in practice that
wear as a result of abrasion in the engine increases considerably if the alumi-
num and silicium content is higher than 15 mg/kg.
Viscosity and density influence the cleaning effect. This must be taken into
account when designing and making adjustments to the cleaning system.
Settling tank Heavy fuel oil is precleaned in the settling tank. The longer the fuel remains in
the tank and the lower the viscosity of heavy fuel oil is, the more effective the
precleaning process will be (maximum preheating temperature of 75 °C to
prevent the formation of asphalt in heavy fuel oil). A settling tank is sufficient
for heavy fuel oils with a viscosity of less than 3802/s at 50 °C. If the heavy
fuel oil has a high concentration of foreign matter, or if fuels in accordance
with ISO-F-RM, G/H/K380 or H/K700 are to be used, two settling tanks will
be required one of which must be sized for 24-hour operation. Before the
content is moved to the service tank, water and sludge must be drained from
the settling tank.
Separators A separator is particularly suitable for separating material with a higher spe-
cific density – water, foreign matter and sludge, for example. The separators
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must be self-cleaning (i.e. the cleaning intervals must be triggered automati-

cally).
Only new generation separators should be used. They are extremely effective
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throughout a wide density range with no changeover required, and can sep-
arate water from heavy fuel oils with a density of up to 1.01 g/ml at 15 °C.
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3.3.3
Table "Achievable proportion of foreign matter and water (following separa-

tion)" shows the prerequisites that must be met by the separator. These limit
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values are used by manufacturers as the basis for dimensioning the separa-
tor and ensure compliance.
The manufacturer's specifications must be complied with to maximize the
cleaning effect.
Application in ships and stationary use: parallel installation

1 Separator for 100 % flow rate 1 Separator (reserve) for 100 % flow
rate
Figure 3: Location of heavy fuel oil cleaning equipment and/or separator

The separators must be arranged according to the manufacturers' current
recommendations (Alpha Laval and Westfalia). The density and viscosity of
the heavy fuel oil in particular must be taken into account. If separators by
other manufacturers are used, MAN Diesel should be consulted.
If processing is carried out in accordance with the MAN Diesel specifications
and the correct separators are chosen, it may be assumed that the results
stated in the table entitled "Achievable proportion of foreign matter and
water" for inorganic foreign matter and water in the heavy fuel oil will be ach-
ieved at the engine inlet.
Results obtained during operation in practiсe show that the wear occurs as a
result of abrasion in the injection system and the engine will remain within
acceptable limits if these values are complied with. In addition, an optimum
lubricating oil treatment process must be ensured.
Definition Particle size Quantity

Inorganic foreign matter < 5 µm < 20 mg/kg
including catalyst particles
Al+Si content -- < 15 mg/kg
Water content -- < 0.2 % by vol. %
Table 2: Achievable proportion of foreign matter and water (after separation)
Water It is particularly important to ensure that the water separation process is as
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thorough as possible as the water takes the form of large droplets, and not a
finely distributed emulsion. In this form, water also promotes corrosion and
sludge formation in the fuel system and therefore impairs the supply, atomi-
sation and combustion of the heavy fuel oil. If the water absorbed in the fuel
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is seawater, harmful sodium chloride and other salts dissolved in this water
will enter the engine.
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3.3.3
Water-containing sludge must be removed from the settling tank before the
separation process starts, and must also be removed from the service tank
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at regular intervals. The tank's ventilation system must be designed in such a

way that condensate cannot flow back into the tank.
Vanadium/Sodium If the vanadium/sodium ratio is unfavorable, the melting point of the heavy
fuel oil ash may fall in the operating area of the exhaust-gas valve which can
lead to high-temperature corrosion. Most of the water and water-soluble
sodium compounds it contains can be removed by pretreating the heavy fuel
oil in the settling tank and in the separators.
The risk of high-temperature corrosion is low if the sodium content is one
third of the vanadium content or less. It must also be ensured that sodium
does not enter the engine in the form of seawater in the intake air.
If the sodium content is higher than 100 mg/kg, this is likely to result in a
higher quantity of salt deposits in the combustion chamber and exhaust-gas
system. This will impair the function of the engine (including the suction func-
tion of the turbocharger).
Under certain conditions, high-temperature corrosion can be prevented by
using a fuel additive that increases the melting point of the heavy fuel oil ash
(also see "Additives for heavy fuel oils”).
Ash Fuel ash consists for the greater part of vanadium oxide and nickel sulphate
(see above chapter for more information). Heavy fuel oils containing a high
proportion of ash in the form of foreign matter, e.g. sand, corrosion com-
pounds and catalyst particles, accelerate the mechanical wear in the engine.
Catalyst particles produced as a result of the catalytic cracking process may
be present in the heavy fuel oils. In most cases, these are aluminium silicate
particles that cause a high degree of wear in the injection system and the
engine. The aluminium content determined, multiplied by a factor of between
5 and 8 (depending on the catalytic bond), is roughly the same as the pro-
portion of catalyst remnants in the heavy fuel oil.
Homogeniser If a homogeniser is used, it must never be installed between the settling tank
and separator as otherwise it will not be possible to ensure satisfactory sepa-
ration of harmful contaminants, particularly seawater.
Flash point (ASTM D 93) National and international transportation and storage regulations governing
the use of fuels must be complied with in relation to the flash point. In gen-
eral, a flash point of above 60 °C is prescribed for diesel engine fuels.
Low-temperature behaviour The pour point is the temperature at which the fuel is no longer flowable
(ASTM D 97) (pumpable). As the pour point of many low-viscosity heavy fuel oils is higher
than 0 °C, the bunker facility must be preheated, unless fuel in accordance
with RMA or RMB is used. The entire bunker facility must be designed in
such a way that the heavy fuel oil can be preheated to around 10 °C above
the pour point.
Pump characteristics If the viscosity of the fuel is higher than 1000 mm2/s (cST), or the tempera-
ture is not at least 10 °C above the pour point, pump problems will occur.
For more information, also refer to “Low-temperature behaviour
(ASTM D 97)”.
Combustion properties If the proportion of asphalt is more than two thirds of the coke residue (Con-
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radson), combustion may be delayed which in turn may increase the forma-
tion of combustion residues, leading to such as deposits on and in the injec-
tion nozzles, large amounts of smoke, low output, increased fuel consump-
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tion and a rapid rise in ignition pressure as well as combustion close to the
cylinder wall (thermal overloading of lubricating oil film). If the ratio of asphalt
to coke residues reaches the limit 0.66, and if the asphalt content exceeds
8%, the risk of deposits forming in the combustion chamber and injection
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3.3.3
system is higher. These problems can also occur when using unstable heavy
fuel oils, or if incompatible heavy fuel oils are mixed. This would lead to an
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increased deposition of asphalt (see "Compatibility”).
Ignition quality Nowadays, to achieve the prescribed reference viscosity, cracking-process
products are used as the low viscosity ingredients of heavy fuel oils although
the ignition characteristics of these oils may also be poor. The cetane num-
ber of these compounds should be > 35. If the proportion of aromatic hydro-
carbons is high (more than 35 %), this also adversely affects the ignition
quality.
The ignition delay in heavy fuel oils with poor ignition characteristics is longer;
the combustion is also delayed which can lead to thermal overloading of the
oil film at the cylinder liner and also high cylinder pressures. The ignition delay
and accompanying increase in pressure in the cylinder are also influenced by
the end temperature and compression pressure, i.e. by the compression
ratio, the charge-air pressure and charge-air temperature.
The disadvantages of using fuels with poor ignition characteristics can be
limited by preheating the charge air in partial load operation and reducing the
output for a limited period. However, a more effective solution is a high com-
pression ratio and operational adjustment of the injection system to the igni-
tion characteristics of the fuel used, as is the case with MAN Diesel piston
engines.
The ignition quality is one of the most important properties of the fuel. This
value does not appear in the international specifications because a standar-
dised testing method has only recently become available and not enough
experience has been gathered at this point in order to determine limit values.
The parameters, such as the calculated carbon aromaticity index (CCAI), are
therefore aids that are derived from quantifiable fuel properties. We have
established that this method is suitable for determining the approximate igni-
tion quality of the heavy fuel oil used.
A testing instrument has been developed based on the constant volume
combustion method (fuel combustion analyser FCA) and is currently being
tested by a series of testing laboratories.
The instrument measures the ignition delay to determine the ignition quality
of a fuel and this measurement is converted into a an instrument-specific
cetane number (FIA-CN or EC). It has been established that in some cases,
heavy fuel oils with a low FIA cetane number or ECN number can cause
operating problems.
As the liquid components of the heavy fuel oil decisively influence the ignition
quality, flow properties and combustion quality, the bunker operator is

responsible for ensuring that the quality of heavy fuel oil delivered is suitable
for the diesel engine. (Also see illustration entitled "Nomogram for determin-
ing the CCAI – assigning the CCAI ranges to engine types").
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V Viscosity in mm2/s (cSt) at 50° C A Normal operating conditions

D Density [in kg/m3] at 15° C B The ignition characteristics can
be poor and require adapting the
engine or the operating condi-
tions.
CCAI Calculated Carbon Aromaticity C Problems identified may lead to
Index engine damage, even after a
short period of operation.
1 Engine type 2 The CCAI is obtained from the
straight line through the density
and viscosity of the heavy fuel
oils.
Figure 4: Nomogram for determining the CCAI – assigning the CCAI ranges to engine
types
The CCAI can be calculated using the following formula:
CCAI = D - 141 log log (V+0.85) - 81
Sulphuric acid corrosion The engine should be operated at the cooling water temperatures prescribed
in the operating handbook for the relevant load. If the temperature of the
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components that are exposed to acidic combustion products is below the

acid dew point, acid corrosion can no longer be effectively prevented, even if
alkaline lubricating oil is used.
The BN values specified in Section 3.3.6 are sufficient, providing the quality
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of lubricating oil and the engine's cooling system satisfy the requirements.
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Compatibility The supplier must guarantee that the heavy fuel oil is homogeneous and
remains stable, even after the standard storage period. If different bunker oils
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are mixed, this can lead to separation and the associated sludge formation in
the fuel system during which large quantities of sludge accumulate in the
separator that block filters, prevent atomisation and a large amount of resi-
due as a result of combustion.
This is due to incompatibility or instability of the oils. Therefore heavy fuel oil
as much as possible should be removed in the storage tank before bunker-
ing again to prevent incompatibility.
Blending the heavy fuel oil If heavy fuel oil for the main engine is blended with gas oil (MGO) to obtain
the required quality or viscosity of heavy fuel oil, it is extremely important that
the components are compatible (see "Compatibility").
Additives for heavy fuel oils MAN Diesel & Turbo SE engines can be operated economically without addi-
tives. It is up to the customer to decide whether or not the use of additives is
beneficial. The supplier of the additive must guarantee that the engine opera-
tion will not be impaired by using the product.
The use of heavy fuel oil additives during the warranty period must be avoi-
ded as a basic principle.
Additives that are currently used for diesel engines, as well as their probable
effects on the engine's operation, are summarised in the table below "Addi-
tives for heavy fuel oils – classification/effects".
Precombustion additives ▪ Dispersing agents/stabil-
isers
▪ Emulsion breakers
▪ Biocides
Combustion additives ▪ Combustion catalysts
(fuel savings, emissions)
Post-combustion additives ▪ Ash modifiers (hot corro-
sion)
▪ Soot removers (exhaust-
gas system)
Table 3: Additives for heavy fuel oils – Classification/effects
Heavy fuel oils with low From the point of view of an engine manufacturer, a lower limit for the sul-
sulphur content phur content of heavy fuel oils does not exist. We have not identified any
problems with the low-sulphur heavy fuel oils currently available on the mar-
ket that can be traced back to their sulphur content. This situation may
change in future if new methods are used for the production of low-sulphur
heavy fuel oil (desulphurisation, new blending components). MAN Diesel &
Turbo will monitor developments and inform its customers if required.
If the engine is not always operated with low-sulphur heavy fuel oil, corre-
sponding lubricating oil for the fuel with the highest sulphur content must be
selected.
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Tests
Sampling To check whether the specification provided and/or the necessary delivery
conditions are complied with, we recommend you retain at least one sample
of every bunker oil (at least for the duration of the engine's warranty period).
To ensure that the samples taken are representative of the bunker oil, a sam-
ple should be taken from the transfer line when starting up, halfway through
the operating period and at the end of the bunker period. “Sample Tec" by
Mar-Tec in Hamburg is a suitable testing instrument which can be used to
take samples on a regular basis during bunkering.
Analysis of samples Our department for fuels and lubricating oils (Augsburg factory, department
EQC) will be pleased to provide further information on request.
We can analyse fuel for customers at our laboratory. A 0.5 l sample is
required for the test.
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Diesel oil (MDO) specification
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Marine diesel oil
Other designations Marine diesel oil, marine diesel fuel.
Origin Marine diesel oil (MDO) is supplied as heavy distillate (designation ISO-F-
DMB) exclusively for marine applications. MDO is manufactured from crude
oil and must be free of organic acids and non-mineral oil products.
Specification
The suitability of fuel depends on the design of the engine and the available
cleaning options, as well as compliance with the properties in the following
table that refer to the as-delivered condition of the fuel.
The properties are essentially defined using the ISO 8217-2010 standard as
the basis. The properties have been specified using the stated test proce-
dures.
Properties Unit Testing method Designation
ISO-F specification DMB
Density at 15 °C kg/m3 ISO 3675 900
Kinematic viscosity at 40 °C mm2/s ≙ cSt ISO 3104 > 2,0
< 11 *
Pour point (winter quality) °C ISO 3016 <0
Pour point (summer quality) °C <6
Flash point (Pensky Martens) °C ISO 2719 > 60
Total sediment content % by weight ISO CD 10307 0.10
Water content % by vol. ISO 3733 < 0.3
Sulphur content % by weight ISO 8754 < 2.0
Ash content % by weight ISO 6245 < 0.01
Carbon residue (MCR) % by weight ISO CD 10370 < 0.30
Cetane number or cetane index - ISO 5165 > 35
Hydrogen sulphide mg/kg IP 570 <2
Acid value mg KOH/g ASTM D664 < 0.5
Oxidation resistance g/m3 ISO 12205 < 25

Lubricity μm ISO 12156-1 < 520
(wear scar diameter)
Copper strip test - ISO 2160 <1
Other specifications:
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British Standard BS MA 100-1987 Class M2

ASTM D 975 2D
ASTM D 396 Nr. 2
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Table 1: Marine diesel oil (MDO) – characteristic values to be adhered to

* For engines 27/38 with 350 resp. 365 kW/cyl the viscosity must not exceed
6 mm2/s @ 40 °C, as this would reduce the lifetime of the injection system.
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During transshipment and transfer, MDO is handled in the same manner as
residual oil. This means that it is possible for the oil to be mixed with high-
viscosity fuel or heavy fuel oil – with the remnants of these types of fuels in
the bunker ship, for example – that could significantly impair the properties of
the oil.
Lubricity Normally, the lubricating ability of diesel oil is sufficient to operate the fuel
injection pump. Desulphurisation of diesel fuels can reduce their lubricity. If
the sulphur content is extremely low (< 500 ppm or 0.05%), the lubricity may
no longer be sufficient. Before using diesel fuels with low sulphur content,
you should therefore ensure that their lubricity is sufficient. This is the case if
the lubricity as specified in ISO 12156-1 does not exceed 520 μm.
The fuel must be free of lubricating oil (ULO – used lubricating oil, old oil).
Fuel is considered as contaminated with lubricating oil when the following
concentrations occur:
Ca > 30 ppm and Zn > 15 ppm or Ca > 30 ppm and P > 15 ppm.
The pour point specifies the temperature at which the oil no longer flows. The
lowest temperature of the fuel in the system should be roughly 10 °C above
the pour point to ensure that the required pumping characteristics are main-
tained.
A minimum viscosity must be observed to ensure sufficient lubrication in the
fuel injection pumps. The temperature of the fuel must therefore not exceed
45 °C.
Seawater causes the fuel system to corrode and also leads to hot corrosion
of the exhaust valves and turbocharger. Seawater also causes insufficient
atomisation and therefore poor mixture formation accompanied by a high
proportion of combustion residues.
Solid foreign matter increase mechanical wear and formation of ash in the
cylinder space.
We recommend the installation of a separator upstream of the fuel filter. Sep-
aration temperature: 40 – 50°C. Most solid particles (sand, rust and catalyst
particles) and water can be removed, and the cleaning intervals of the filter
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3.3.1
Gas oil / diesel oil (MGO) specification
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Diesel oil
Other designations Gas oil, marine gas oil (MGO), diesel oil
Gas oil is a crude oil medium distillate and therefore must not contain any
residual materials.
Military specification
Diesel oils that satisfy specification F-75 or F-76 may be used.
Specification
The suitability of fuel depends on whether it has the properties defined in this
specification (based on its composition in the as-delivered state).
The DIN EN 590 and ISO 8217-2010 (Class DMA or Class DMZ) standards
have been extensively used as the basis when defining these properties. The
properties correspond to the test procedures stated.
Properties Unit Test procedure Typical value
Density at 15 °C ≥ 820.0
kg/m3 ISO 3675 ≤ 890.0
Kinematic viscosity at 40 °C ≥2
mm2/s (cSt) ISO 3104 ≤ 6.0
Filterability*
in summer and °C DIN EN 116 ≤0
in winter °C DIN EN 116 ≤ -12
Flash point in closed cup °C ISO 2719 ≥ 60
Sediment content (extraction method) weight % ISO 3735 ≤ 0.01
Water content Vol. % ISO 3733 ≤ 0.05
Sulphur content ISO 8754 ≤ 1.5
Ash weight % ISO 6245 ≤ 0.01 Gas oil / diesel oil (MGO) specification
Coke residue (MCR) ISO CD 10370 ≤ 0.10
Hydrogen sulphide mg/kg IP 570 <2
Acid number mg KOH/g ASTM D664 < 0.5
Oxidation stability g/m3 ISO 12205 < 25
Lubricity μm ISO 12156-1 < 520
(wear scar diameter)
Cetane number or cetane index - ISO 5165 ≥ 40
Copper strip test - ISO 2160 ≤1
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Other specifications:
British Standard BS MA 100-1987 M1
ASTM D 975 1D/2D
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Table 1: Diesel fuel (MGO) – properties that must be complied with.
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* The process for determining the filterability in accordance with DIN EN 116 is similar to the process for determining
6680 3.3.1-01
the cloud point in accordance with ISO 3015
Use of diesel oil If distillate intended for use as heating oil is used with stationary engines
instead of diesel oil (EL heating oil according to DIN 51603 or Fuel No. 1 or
no. 2 according to ASTM D 396), the ignition behaviour, stability and behav-
iour at low temperatures must be ensured; in other words the requirements
for the filterability and cetane number must be satisfied.
Viscosity To ensure sufficient lubrication, a minimum viscosity must be ensured at the
fuel pump. The maximum temperature required to ensure that a viscosity of
more than 1.9 mm2/s is maintained upstream of the fuel pump, depends on
the fuel viscosity. In any case, the fuel temperature upstream of the injection
pump must not exceed 45 °C.
Lubricity Normally, the lubricating ability of diesel oil is sufficient to operate the fuel
injection pump. Desulphurisation of diesel fuels can reduce their lubricity. If
the sulphur content is extremely low (< 500 ppm or 0.05%), the lubricity may
no longer be sufficient. Before using diesel fuels with low sulphur content,
you should therefore ensure that their lubricity is sufficient. This is the case if
the lubricity as specified in ISO 12156-1 does not exceed 520 μm.
You can ensure that these conditions will be met by using motor vehicle die-
sel fuel in accordance with EN 590 as this characteristic value is an integral
part of the specification.

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Bio fuel specification
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Biofuel
Other designations Biodiesel, FAME, vegetable oil, rapeseed oil, palm oil, frying fat
Origin Biofuel is derived from oil plants or old cooking oil.
Provision
Transesterified and non-transesterified vegetable oils can be used.
Transesterified biofuels (biodiesel, FAME) must comply with the standard EN
14214.
Non-transesterified biofuels must comply with the specifications listed in
Table 1.
These specifications are based on experience to d/ate. As this experience is
limited, these must be regarded as recommended specifications that can be
adapted if necessary. If future experience shows that these specifications are
too strict, or not strict enough, they can be modified accordingly to ensure
safe and reliable operation.
When operating with bio-fuels, lubricating oil that would also be suitable for
operation with diesel oil (see Sheet 3.3.5) must be used.
Properties/Characteristics Unit Test method
Density at 15 °C 900 - 930 kg/m 3
DIN EN ISO 3675,
EN ISO 12185
Flash point > 60 °C DIN EN 22719
lower calorific value > 35 MJ/kg DIN 51900-3
(typical: 37 MJ/kg)
Viscosity/50 °C < 40 cSt (corresponds to a viscos- DIN EN ISO 3104
ity/40 °C of < 60 cSt)
Cetane number > 40 FIA
Coke residue < 0.4% DIN EN ISO 10370
Sediment content < 200 ppm DIN EN 12662
Oxidation stability (110 °C) >5h ISO 6886
Phosphorous content < 15 ppm ASTM D3231
Na and K content < 15 ppm DIN 51797-3
Ash content < 0.01% DIN EN ISO 6245
Water content < 0.5% EN ISO 12537
Iodine number < 125g/100g DIN EN 14111
TAN (total acid number) < 5 mg KOH/g DIN EN ISO 660

Filterability < 10 °C below the lowest temper- EN 116
ature in the fuel system
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Description
Crude oil specification 514.24
Page 1 (2) Edtioon 01
General
Crude Oil Our four-stroke medium-speed engines are well

proven in operation on crude oil taken directly from
Crude oil is a naturally occurring flammable liquid oil wells and conditioned on site.
consisting of a complex mixture of hydrocarbons of
various molecular weights and other liquid organic Exploiting crude oil to feed the large consumers
compounds, that are found in geologic formations involved in oil and gas exploration and production
beneath the Earth's surface. is both an economical solution and saves the con-
siderable CO2 emissions involved in the refining of
The flash point of crude oil is low, typically below distillate fuels and their transport via pumping sta-
ambient temperature. tions from and to the oil field.
Properties/Characteristics Unit Limit Test method

Viscosity, before injection pumps, min. cSt 3
Viscosity, before injection pumps, max. cSt 14 1)
Viscosity @ 50°C, max. cSt 700 ISO 3104
Density @ 15°C, max. kg/m 3
1010.0 ISO 3675 or ISO 12185
CCAI, max. - 870 ISO 8217
Water before engine, max. % volume 0.2 ISO 3733
Sulphur, max. % mass 4.5 ISO 8754 or ISO 14596
Ash, max. % mass 0.15 ISO 6245
Vanadium, max. mg/kg 600 ISO 14597 or IP 501 or IP 470
Sodium + Potassium before engine, mg/kg
1/3 Vanadium content ISO 10478
max.
Aluminium + Silicon before engine, max. mg/kg 15 ISO 10478 or IP 501 or IP 470
Carbon residue, max. % mass 20 ISO 10370
2/3 of carbon residue
Asphaltenes, max. % mass ASTM D3279
(according to Conradson)
Reid vapour pressure (RVP), max. kPa @ 37.8°C 65 ASTM D323
Lubricity (wear scar diameter) µm < 520 ISO 12156-1
Pour point, max. °C 30 ISO 3016
Cold filter plugging point °C 2)
IP 309
Total sediment potential, max. % mass 0.10 ISO 10307-2
Hydrogen sulphide, max. mg/kg 2 IP 570
AN (acid number), max. mg KOH/g 2.5 ASTM D664
Table 1 Crude oil - specifications.
1) Viscosity, before injection pumps, max. 18 cSt for 2) Minimum 10°C below the lowest temperature in
GenSets L23/30H, L28/32H and V28/32S the entire fuel system

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3.3.4
Viscosity-temperature diagram (VT diagram)

Explanations of viscosity-temperature diagram

Figure 1: Viscosity-temperature diagram (VT diagram)
In the diagram, the fuel temperatures are shown on the horizontal axis and
the viscosity is shown on the vertical axis.
The diagonal lines correspond to viscosity-temperature curves of fuels with
different reference viscosities. The vertical viscosity axis in mm2/s (cSt)
applies for 40, 50 or 100 °C.
Determining the viscosity-temperature curve and the required preheating temperature

Example: Heavy fuel oil with
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Prescribed injection viscosity Required temperature of heavy fuel oil

180 mm²/s at 50 °C in mm²/s at engine inlet* in °C
≥ 12 126 (line c)
General
≤ 14 119 (line d)
Table 1: Determining the viscosity-temperature curve and the required preheating
temperature
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* With these figures, the temperature drop between the last preheating
device and the fuel injection pump is not taken into account.
A heavy fuel oil with a viscosity of 180 mm2/s at 50 °C can reach a viscosity
of 1000 mm2/s at 24 °C (line e) – this is the maximum permissible viscosity of
fuel that the pump can deliver.
A heavy fuel oil discharge temperature of 152 °C is reached when using a
recent state-of-the-art preheating device with 8 bar saturated steam. At
higher temperatures there is a risk of residues forming in the preheating sys-
tem – this leads to a reduction in heating output and thermal overloading of
the heavy fuel oil. Asphalt is also formed in this case, i.e. quality deterioration.
The heavy fuel oil lines between the outlet of the last preheating system and
the injection valve must be suitably insulated to limit the maximum drop in
temperature to 4 °C. This is the only way to achieve the necessary injection
viscosity of 14 mm2/s for heavy fuel oils with a reference viscosity of 700
mm2/s at 50 °C (the maximum viscosity as defined in the international specifi-
cations such as ISO CIMAC or British Standard). If heavy fuel oil with a low
reference viscosity is used, the injection viscosity should ideally be 12 mm2/s
in order to achieve more effective atomisation to reduce the combustion resi-
due.
The delivery pump must be designed for heavy fuel oil with a viscosity of up
to 1 000 mm2/s. The pour point also determines whether the pump is capa-
ble of transporting the heavy fuel oil. The bunker facility must be designed so
as to allow the heavy fuel oil to be heated to roughly 10 C above the pour
point.
Viscosity
The viscosity of gas oil or diesel oil (marine diesel oil) upstream of the
engine must be at least 1.9 mm2/s. If the viscosity is too low, this may
cause seizing of the pump plunger or nozzle needle valves as a result
of insufficient lubrication.
This can be avoided by monitoring the temperature of the fuel. Although the
maximum permissible temperature depends on the viscosity of the fuel, it
must never exceed the following values:
▪ 45 °C at the most with MGO (DMA) and MDO (DMB) and

▪ 60 °C at the most with MDO (DMC).
A fuel cooler must therefore be installed.
If the viscosity of the fuel is < 2 cSt at 40 °C, consult the technical service of
MAN Diesel & Turbo SE in Augsburg.
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Description
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Edition 03
L21/31
Engine type, 5 - 9L21/31, GenSet, Tier II
Output, 5 cyl kW/cyl 200
Output, 6-9 cyl kW/cyl 220
Engine speed rpm 900
220
210
200
190
180
Indicator Cock [bar]
170
160
150
140
130
120
110
100
100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 180 190 200 210 220
Combustion Chamber [bar]
Max Pressure 100%

7
6
5
4
Delta max press. [bar]
3
2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
980 990 1000 1010 1020 1030
Barometric press. [mbar]
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Description
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Edition 04
L21/31
Engine type, 5 - 9L21/31, GenSet, Tier II
Output, 5 cyl kW/cyl 200
Output, 6-9 cyl kW/cyl 220
Engine speed rpm 1000
220
210
200
190
180
Indicator Cock [bar]
170
160
150
140
130
120
110
100
100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 180 190 200 210 220
Combustion Chamber [bar]
Max Pressure 100%

7
6
5
4
Delta max press. [bar]
3
2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
980 990 1000 1010 1020 1030
Barometric press. [mbar]
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Description 504.30
Page 1 (2) Fuel Oil Cleaning Edition 01
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Purification Recommendations Especially for fuels above 180 cST/50°C (1500 sec.
RW/100°F) the highest possible temperature of 98°C
Fuel oils are always contaminated and should there- (208°F) should be maintained in the centrifuge oil
fore be cleaned thoroughly of solid as well as liquid preheater.
contaminants before use. The solid contami-nants
in the fuel are mainly rust, sand, dust and re-finery The fuel is kept in the centrifuge for as long as pos-
catalysts. Liquid contaminants are mainly water, i.e. sible by adjusting the flow rate through the centrifuge
either fresh water or sea water. so that it corresponds to the amount of fuel required
by the engine without excessive re-circulating. Con-
The impurities can cause damage to fuel injection sequently, the centrifuge should operate for 24 hours
pumps and fuel valves, result in increased cylinder a day except during necessary cleaning.
liner wear and cause the exhaust valve seats to
deteriorate. Increased fouling of gasways and tur- Taking today's fuel qualities into consideration the
bocharger blends may also result from the use of need to clean centrifuges ("shooting frequency")
inadequately cleaned fuel oils. should not be underestimated. Correct choice and
adjustment of the regulating screws and/or the grav-
Effective cleaning can only be ensured by means ity discs are of special importance for efficient water
of a centrifuge. We recommend that the capacity removal. The centrifuge manual states the disc or
of the centrifuges installed be at least according to screw adjustment which should be chosen on the
the centrifuge maker's recommendations. To obtain basis of the specific gravity of the fuel.
optimum cleaning it is of the utmost importance to
operate the centrifuge with as low a viscosity of the Normal practice is to have at least two centrifuges
fuel oil as possible and to allow the fuel oil to remain available for fuel cleaning. Results from experimen-
in the centrifuge bowl for as long as possible. tal work on centrifuges, treating today's qualities of
residual fuel, have shown that the best cleaning ef-
fect, especially as regards removal of catalyst fines,
is achieved when the centrifuges are operated in
Cleaning of HFO by Centrifuging
series, in purifier/clarifier mode.
Single centrifuge as purifier.
Operating Therefore series operation of centrifuges to ensure
options Two centrifuges in parallel.
Two centrifuges in series. maximum safety is a fully accepted alternative to the
previously recommended parallel operation, provided
Optimum Operating Configurations the operating capacity of each individual centrifuge
can handle the total amount of fuel required by the
Water content Parallel operation engine, without exceeding the flow rate recommended
below 1 % Purifier / Purifier by the centrifuge maker for the operating mode in
Normal question.
or
conditions
Density at 15°C Series operation
below 0.991 Purifier + Clarifier If the centrifuge capacity installed is on the low side,
corresponding to the specific viscosity of the fuel
08028-0D/H5250/94.08.12
Water content oil used, and if more than one centrifuge is avail-
below 1 % Parallel operation able, parallel operation may be considered in order
to obtain an even lower flow rate. However, in view
Extreme Density at 15°C Purifier / Purifier of the above results and recommendations serious
conditions below 0.991 consideration should be given to installing new equip-
ment in accordance with today's fuel qualities and
High content Series operation flow recommendations.
of catalyst fines Purifier + Clarifier
Table 1. Cleaning of HFO.
97.40 - ES0
504.30 Description
Edition 01 Fuel Oil Cleaning Page 2 (2)
General
To determine centrifuging capacity we generally

advise to follow the recommendations of the cen- Flow Rate
trifuge maker, but the curves in fig. 1, can be used Related to Rated Capacity of Centrifuge
as a guideline. %
100
A homogenizer may be installed in the fuel oil sys- 80

tem as a supplement to the centrifuges in order to 60
homogenize possible water and sludge still present 40
in the fuel after centrifuging. 20
Separation Temperature
°F °C
212 100
194 90
176 80
158 70
140 60
122 50
104 40
100
15 25 45 75 130 cSt/80°C
Log scales 30 60 80 180 380 600 cST/50°C
200 400 600 1500 3500 6000 sec. RI/100°F
Fig. 1 Flow rate through centrifuge related to nominal capa-

city of centrifuge.
08028-0D/H5250/94.08.12
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3.3.7
Engine cooling water specifications
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Preliminary remarks
As is also the case with the fuel and lubricating oil, the engine cooling water
must be carefully selected, handled and checked. If this is not the case, cor-
rosion, erosion and cavitation may occur at the walls of the cooling system in
contact with water and deposits may form. Deposits obstruct the transfer of
heat and can cause thermal overloading of the cooled parts. The system
must be treated with an anticorrosive agent before bringing it into operation
for the first time. The concentrations prescribed by the engine manufacturer
must always be observed during subsequent operation. The above especially
applies if a chemical additive is added.
Requirements
Limit values The properties of untreated cooling water must correspond to the following
limit values:
Properties/Characteristic Properties Unit
Water type Distillate or fresh water, free of foreign matter. -
Total hardness max. 10 °dH*
pH value 6.5 - 8 -
Chloride ion content max. 50 mg/l**
Table 1: Cooling water - properties to be observed
*) 1°dH (German hard- ≙ 10 mg CaO in 1 litre of water ≙ 17.9 mg CaCO3/l

ness)
≙ 0.357 mval/l ≙ 0.179 mmol/l
**) 1 mg/l ≙ 1 ppm
Testing equipment The MAN Diesel water testing equipment incorporates devices that deter-
mine the water properties referred to above in a straightforward manner. The
manufacturers of anticorrosive agents also supply user-friendly testing equip-
ment. For information on monitoring cooling water, refer to Work Card
000.07.
Distillate If distilled water (from a fresh water generator, for example) or fully desalina-
ted water (from ion exchange or reverse osmosis) is available, this should
ideally be used as the engine cooling water. These waters are free of lime
and salts which means that deposits that could interfere with the transfer of
heat to the cooling water, and therefore also reduce the cooling effect, can-
not form. However, these waters are more corrosive than normal hard water
as the thin film of lime scale that would otherwise provide temporary corro-
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sion protection does not form on the walls. This is why distilled water must
be handled particularly carefully and the concentration of the additive must
be regularly checked.
Hardness The total hardness of the water is the combined effect of the temporary and
General
permanent hardness. The proportion of calcium and magnesium salts is of

overriding importance. The temporary hardness is determined by the carbo-
nate content of the calcium and magnesium salts. The permanent hardness
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is determined by the amount of remaining calcium and magnesium salts (sul-

phates). The temporary (carbonate) hardness is the critical factor that deter-
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mines the extent of limescale deposit in the cooling system.

Water with a total hardness of > 10°dGH must be mixed with distilled water
or softened. Subsequent hardening of extremely soft water is only necessary
to prevent foaming if emulsifiable slushing oils are used.
Damage to the cooling water system

Corrosion Corrosion is an electrochemical process that can widely be avoided by
selecting the correct water quality and by carefully handling the water in the
engine cooling system.
Flow cavitation Flow cavitation can occur in areas in which high flow velocities and high tur-
bulence is present. If the steam pressure is reached, steam bubbles form
and subsequently collapse in high pressure zones which causes the destruc-
tion of materials in constricted areas.
Erosion Erosion is a mechanical process accompanied by material abrasion and the
destruction of protective films by solids that have been drawn in, particularly
in areas with high flow velocities or strong turbulence.
Stress corrosion cracking Stress corrosion cracking is a failure mechanism that occurs as a result of
simultaneous dynamic and corrosive stress. This may lead to cracking and
rapid crack propagation in water-cooled, mechanically-loaded components if
the cooling water has not been treated correctly.
Processing of engine cooling water

Formation of a protective The purpose of treating the engine cooling water using anticorrosive agents
film is to produce a continuous protective film on the walls of cooling surfaces
and therefore prevent the damage referred to above. In order for an anticor-
rosive agent to be 100 % effective, it is extremely important that untreated
water satisfies the requirements in the Section Requirements.
Protective films can be formed by treating the cooling water with an anticor-
rosive chemical or an emulsifiable slushing oil.
Emulsifiable slushing oils are used less and less frequently as their use has
been considerably restricted by environmental protection regulations, and
because they are rarely available from suppliers for this and other reasons.
Treatment prior to initial Treatment with an anticorrosive agent should be carried out before the
commissioning of engine engine is brought into operation for the first time to prevent irreparable initial
damage.
Treatment of the cooling water

The engine must not be brought into operation without treating the
cooling water first.
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Additives for cooling water

General
Only the additives approved by MAN Diesel and listed in the tables under the
section entitled "Approved cooling water additives“ may be used.
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Required approval A cooling water additive may only be permitted for use if tested and
approved as per the latest directives of the ICE Research Association (FVV)
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"Suitability test of internal combustion engine cooling fluid additives.” The test
report must be obtainable on request. The relevant tests can be carried out
on request in Germany at the staatliche Materialprüfanstalt (Federal Institute
for Materials Research and Testing), Abteilung Oberflächentechnik (Surface
Technology Division), Grafenstraße 2 in D-64283 Darmstadt.
Once the cooling water additive has been tested by the FVV, the engine
must be tested in the second step before the final approval is granted.
Only in closed circuits Additives may only be used in closed circuits where no significant consump-
tion occurs, apart from leaks or evaporation losses.
Chemical additives
Sodium nitrite and sodium borate based additives etc. have a proven track
record. Galvanised iron pipes or zinc sacrificial anodes must not be used in
cooling systems. This corrosion protection is not required due to the prescri-
bed cooling water treatment and electrochemical potential reversal can occur
due to the cooling water temperatures which are normally present in engines
nowadays. If necessary, the pipes must be deplated.
Slushing oil
This additive is an emulsifiable mineral oil with added slushing ingredients. A
thin film of oil forms on the walls of the cooling system. This prevents corro-
sion without interfering with the transfer of heat and also prevents limescale
deposits on the walls of the cooling system.
The significance of emulsifiable corrosion-slushing oils is fading. Oil-based
emulsions are rarely used nowadays for environmental protection reasons
and also because stability problems are known to occur in emulsions.
Anti-freeze agents
If temperatures below the freezing point of water in the engine cannot be
excluded, an anti-freeze solution that also prevents corrosion must be added
to the cooling system or corresponding parts. Otherwise, the entire system
must be heated. (Military specification: Sy-7025).
Sufficient corrosion protection can be provided by adding the products listed
in the table entitled "Anti-freeze solutions with slushing properties" while
observing the prescribed concentration. This concentration prevents freezing
at temperatures down to -22 °C. However, the quantity of anti-freeze solu-
tion actually required always depends on the lowest temperatures that are to
be expected at the place of use.
Anti- freezes are generally based on ethylene glycol. A suitable chemical anti-
corrosive agent must be added if the concentration of the anti-freeze solution
prescribed by the user for a specific application does not provide an appro-
priate level of corrosion protection, or if the concentration of anti-freeze solu-
tion used is lower due to less stringent frost protection requirements and
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does not provide an appropriate level of corrosion protection. For information

on the compatibility of the anti-freeze solution with the anticorrosive agent
and the required concentrations, contact the manufacturer. As regards the
chemical additives indicated in the table „Nitrite-Containing Chemical Addi-
General
tives“, their compatibility with ethylene glycol-based antifreezes has been
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proved. Anti-freeze solutions may only be mixed with one another with the
consent of the manufacturer, even if these solutions have the same composi-
6680 3.3.7-01
tion.
Before an anti-freeze solution is used, the cooling system must be thoroughly
cleaned.
If the cooling water contains an emulsifiable slushing oil, anti-freeze solution
must not be added as otherwise the emulsion would break up and oil sludge
would form in the cooling system.
Observe the applicable environmental protection regulations when disposing
of cooling water containing additives. For more information, consult the addi-
tive supplier.
Biocides
If you cannot avoid using a biocide because the cooling water has been con-
taminated by bacteria, observe the following steps:
▪ You must ensure that the biocide to be used is suitable for the specific
application.
▪ The biocide must be compatible with the sealing materials used in the
cooling water system and must not react with these.
▪ The biocide and its decomposition products must not contain corrosion-
promoting components. Biocides whose decomposition products con-
tain chloride or sulphate ions are not permitted.
▪ Biocides that cause foaming of cooling water are not permitted.
Prerequisite for effective use of an anticorrosive agent
Clean cooling system

As contamination significantly reduces the effectiveness of the additive, the
tanks, pipes, coolers and other parts outside the engine must be free of rust
and other deposits before the engine is started up for the first time and after
repairs are carried out on the pipe system. The entire system must therefore
be cleaned with the engine switched off using a suitable cleaning agent (see
Work Cards 000.03 and 000.08 by MAN Diesel).
Loose solid matter in particular must be removed by flushing the system
thoroughly as otherwise erosion may occur in locations where the flow veloc-
ity is high.
The cleaning agents must not corrode the seals and materials of the cooling
system. In most cases, the supplier of the cooling water additive will be able
to carry out this work and, if this is not possible, will at least be able to pro-
vide suitable products to do this. If this work is carried out by the engine
operator, he should use the services of a specialist supplier of cleaning
agents. The cooling system must be flushed thoroughly following cleaning.
Once this has been done, the engine cooling water must be treated immedi-
ately with anticorrosive agent. Once the engine has been brought back into
operation, the cleaned system must be checked for leaks.
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Regular checks of the cooling water condition and cooling water

system
General
Treated cooling water may become contaminated when the engine is in

operation, which causes the additive to loose some of its effectiveness. It is
therefore advisable to regularly check the cooling system and the cooling
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3.3.7
water condition. To determine leakages in the lube oil system, it is advisable

to carry out regular checks of water in the compensating tank. Indications of
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oil content in water are, e.g. discoloration or a visible oil film on the surface of
the water sample.
The additive concentration must be checked at least once a week using the
test kits specified by the manufacturer. The results must be documented.
Concentrations of chemical additives

The chemical additive concentrations shall not be less than the
minimum concentrations indicated in the table „Nitrite-containing
chemical additives“.
Excessively low concentrations can promote corrosion and must be avoided.

If the concentration is slightly above the recommended concentration this will
not result in damage. Concentrations that are more than twice the recom-
mended concentration should be avoided.
Every 2 to 6 months send a cooling water sample to an independent labora-
tory or to the engine manufacturer for integrated analysis.
Emulsifiable anticorrosive agents must generally be replaced after abt. 12
months according to the supplier's instructions. When carrying this out, the
entire cooling system must be flushed and, if necessary, cleaned. Once filled
into the system, fresh water must be treated immediately.
If chemical additives or anti-freeze solutions are used, cooling water should
be replaced after 3 years at the latest.
If there is a high concentration of solids (rust) in the system, the water must
be completely replaced and entire system carefully cleaned.
Deposits in the cooling system may be caused by fluids that enter the cool-
ing water, or the break up of emulsion, corrosion in the system and limescale
deposits if the water is very hard. If the concentration of chloride ions has
increased, this generally indicates that seawater has entered the system. The
maximum specified concentration of 50 mg chloride ions per kg must not be
exceeded as otherwise the risk of corrosion is too high. If exhaust gas enters
the cooling water, this may lead to a sudden drop in the pH value or to an
increase in the sulphate content. Engine cooling water specifications
Water losses must be compensated for by filling with untreated water that
meets the quality requirements specified in the section Requirements. The
concentration of the anticorrosive agent must subsequently be checked and
adjusted if necessary.
Subsequent checks of cooling water are especially required if the cooling
water had to be drained off in order to carry out repairs or maintenance.
Protective measures
Anticorrosive agents contain chemical compounds that can pose a risk to
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health or the environment if incorrectly used. Comply with the directions in

the manufacturer's material safety data sheets.
Avoid prolonged direct contact with the skin. Wash hands thoroughly after
use. If larger quantities spray and/or soak into clothing, remove and wash
General
clothing before wearing it again.
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If chemicals come into contact with your eyes, rinse them immediately with
plenty of water and seek medical advice.
6680 3.3.7-01
Anticorrosive agents are generally harmful to the water cycle. Observe the
relevant statutory requirements for disposal.
Auxiliary engines
If the same cooling water system used in a MAN Diesel & Turbo two-stroke
main engine is used in a marine engine of type 16/24, 21/ 31, 23/30H, 27/38
or 28/32H, the cooling water recommendations for the main engine must be
observed.
Analysis
We analyse cooling water for our customers in our chemical laboratory. A 0.5
l sample is required for the test.
Permissible cooling water additives
Nitrite-containing chemical additives

Manufacturer Product designation Initial dosing for Minimum concentration ppm
1,000 litres
Product Nitrite Na-Nitrite
(NO2) (NaNO2)
Drew Marine Liquidewt 15 l 15,000 700 1,050

One Drew Plaza Maxigard 40 l 40,000 1,330 2,000
Boonton
New Jersey 07005
USA
Wilhelmsen (Unitor) Rocor NB Liquid 21.5 l 21,500 2,400 3,600
KJEMI-Service A.S. Dieselguard 4.8 kg 4,800 2,400 3,600
P.O.Box 49/Norway
3140 Borgheim
Nalfleet Marine Nalfleet EWT Liq 3l 3,000 1,000 1,500
Chemicals (9-108)
P.O.Box 11 Nalfleet EWT 9-111 10 l 10,000 1,000 1,500
Northwich Nalcool 2000 30 l 30,000 1,000 1,500
Cheshire CW8DX, U.K.
Nalco Nalcool 2000 30 l 30,000 1,000 1,500

TRAC 102 30 l 30,000 1,000 1,500
TRAC 118 3l 3,000 1,000 1,500
Maritech AB Marisol CW 12 l 12,000 2,000 3,000
P.O.Box 143
S-29122 Kristianstad
Uniservice N.C.L.T. 12 l 12,000 2,000 3,000
Via al Santuario di N.S.
della Guardia 58/A Colorcooling 24 l 24,000 2,000 3,000
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16162 Genova, Italy

Marichem – Marigases D.C.W.T. - 48 l 48,000 2,400 -
64 Sfaktirias Street Non-Chromate
General
18545 Piraeus, Griechen-

land
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3.3.7
Manufacturer Product designation Initial dosing for Minimum concentration ppm
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1,000 litres
Product Nitrite Na-Nitrite
(NO2) (NaNO2)
Marine Care Caretreat 2 16 l 16,000 4,000 6,000

3144 NA Maasluis
The Netherlands
Vecom Cool Treat NCLT 16 l 16,000 4,000 6,000
Schlenzigstraße 7
21107 Hamburg
Deutschland
Table 2: Nitrite-containing chemical additives
Nitrite-free additives (chemical additives)

Manufacturer Product designation Initial dosing Minimum concentration
for 1 000 litres
Arteco
Technologiepark Havoline XLI 75 l 7.5 %
Zwijnaarde 2
B-9052 Gent, Belgium
Total Lubricants WT Supra 75 l 7.5 %
Paris, France
Q8 Oils Q8 Corrosion Inhibitor 75 l 7.5 %
Long-Life
Table 3: Chemical additives - nitrite free
Emulsifiable slushing oils

Manufacturer Product
(designation)
BP Marine, Breakspear Way, Hemel Hempstead, Diatsol M
Herts HP2 4UL Fedaro M
Castrol Int., Pipers Way, Swindon SN3 1RE, UK Solvex WT 3
Deutsche Shell AG, Überseering 35, Oil 9156
22284 Hamburg, Germany
Table 4: Emulsifiable slushing oils
Anti-freeze solutions with slushing properties

Manufacturer Product designation Minimum concentration
BASF Glysantin G 48
Carl-Bosch-Str. Glysantin 9313
67063 Ludwigshafen, Glysantin G 05
Rhein
Deutschland
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Castrol Int. Antifreeze NF, SF

Pipers Way
Swindon SN3 1RE, UK
BP, Britannic Tower Anti-frost X2270A
General
Moor Lane,
London EC2Y 9B, UK
35%
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Manufacturer Product designation Minimum concentration

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Deutsche Shell AG Glycoshell

Überseering 35
22284 Hamburg
Deutschland
Mobil Oil AG Frostschutz 500
Steinstraße 5
20095 Hamburg
Deutschalnd
Arteco, Technologiepark Havoline XLC
Zwijnaarde 2
B-9052 Gent, Belgium
Total Lubricants Glacelf Auto Supra
Paris, France Total Organifreeze
Table 5: Anti-freeze solutions with slushing properties
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000.07
Cooling water
6682 000.07-01
inspecting
Summary
Acquire and check typical values of the operating media to prevent or limit
damage.
The fresh water used to fill the cooling water circuits must satisfy the specifi-
cations. The cooling water in the system must be checked regularly in
accordance with the maintenance schedule.
The following work/steps is/are necessary:
Acquisition of typical values for the operating fluid,
evaluation of the operating fluid and checking the concentration of the anti-
corrosive agent.
Tools/equipment required
Equipment for checking the The following equipment can be used:
fresh water quality ▪ The MAN Diesel & Turbo water testing kit, or similar testing kit, with all
necessary instruments and chemicals that determine the water hardness,
pH value and chloride content (obtainable from MAN Diesel & Turbo or
Mar-Tec Marine, Hamburg)
Equipment for testing the When using chemical additives:
concentration of additives ▪ Testing equipment in accordance with the supplier's recommendations.
Testing kits from the supplier also include equipment that can be used to
determine the fresh water quality.
Testing the typical values of water

Short specification
Typical value/property Water for filling Circulating water
and refilling (without additive) (with additive)
Water type Fresh water, free of foreign matter Treated cooling water
Total hardness ≤ 10°dGH 1) ≤ 10°dGH 1)
pH value 6.5 - 8 at 20 °C ≥ 7.5 at 20 °C
Chloride ion content ≤ 50 mg/l ≤ 50 mg/l 2)
Table 1: Quality specifications for cooling water (abbreviated version)
1)
dGH German hardness
1°dGh = 10 mg/l CaO
= 17.9 mg/l CaCO3
= 0.179 mmol/L
2)
1mg/l = 1 ppm
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Cooling water
General
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000.07
6682 000.07-01
Testing the concentration of anticorrosive agents

Short specification
Anticorrosive agent Concentration
Chemical additives according to the quality specification in Volume 010.005 Engine - Operating Instructions,
Chapter 3, Sheet 3.3.7
Anti-freeze agents according to the quality specification in Volume 010.005 Engine - Operating Instructions,
Chapter 3, Sheet 3.3.7
Table 2: Concentration of the cooling water additive
Testing the concentration of The concentration should be tested every week, and/or according to the
chemical additives maintenance schedule, using the testing instruments, reagents and instruc-
tions of the relevant supplier.
Chemical slushing oils can only provide effective protection if the right con-
centration is precisely maintained. This is why the concentrations recommen-
ded by MAN Diesel & Turbo (quality specifications in Volume 010.005 Engine
– Operating Instructions, Chapter 3, Page 3.3.7) must be complied with in all
cases. These recommended concentrations may be other than those speci-
fied by the manufacturer.
Testing the concentration of The concentration must be checked in accordance with the manufacturer's
anti-freeze agents instructions or the test can be outsourced to a suitable laboratory. If in
doubt, consult MAN Diesel & Turbo.
Regular water samplings Small quantities of lubricating oil in cooling water can be found by visual
check during regular water sampling from the expansion tank.
Testing We test cooling water for customers in our laboratory. To carry out the test,
we will need a representative sample of abt. 0.5 l.
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Cooling water
General
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000.08
Cooling water system
6682 000.08-01
Cleaning
Summary
Remove contamination/residue from operating fluid systems, ensure/re-
establish operating reliability.
Cooling water systems containing deposits or contamination prevent effec-
tive cooling of parts. Contamination and deposits must be regularly elimina-
ted.
This comprises the following:
Cleaning the system and, if required,
removal of limescale deposits,
flushing the system.
Cleaning
The cooling water system must be checked for contamination at regular
intervals. Cleaning is required if the degree of contamination is high. This
work should ideally be carried out by a specialist who can provide the right
cleaning agents for the type of deposits and materials in the cooling circuit.
The cleaning should only be carried out by the engine operator if this cannot
be done by a specialist.
Oil sludge Oil sludge from lubricating oil that has entered the cooling system or a high
concentration of anticorrosive agents can be removed by flushing the system
with fresh water to which some cleaning agent has been added. Suitable
cleaning agents are listed alphabetically in the table entitled "Cleaning agents
for removing oil sludge". Products by other manufacturers can be used pro-
viding they have similar properties. The manufacturer's instructions for use
must be strictly observed.
Manufacturer Product Concentration Duration of cleaning procedure/temperature
Drew HDE - 777 4 - 5% 4 h at 50 – 60 °C
Nalfleet MaxiClean 2 2 - 5% 4 h at 60 °C
Unitor Aquabreak 0.05 – 0.5% 4 h at ambient temperature
Vecom Ultrasonic 4% 12 h at 50 – 60 °C
Multi Cleaner
Table 1: Cleaning agents for removing oil sludge
Lime and rust deposits Lime and rust deposits can form if the water is especially hard or if the con-
centration of the anticorrosive agent is too low. A thin lime scale layer can be
left on the surface as experience has shown that this protects against corro-
sion. However, limescale deposits with a thickness of more than 0.5 mm
obstruct the transfer of heat and cause thermal overloading of the compo-
nents being cooled.

Rust that has been flushed out may have an abrasive effect on other parts of
the system, such as the sealing elements of the water pumps. Together with
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the elements that are responsible for water hardness, this forms what is
known as ferrous sludge which tends to gather in areas where the flow
velocity is low.
General
Products that remove limescale deposits are generally suitable for removing
rust. Suitable cleaning agents are listed alphabetically in the table entitled
"Cleaning agents for removing lime scale and rust deposits". Products by
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other manufacturers can be used providing they have similar properties. The
manufacturer's instructions for use must be strictly observed. Prior to clean-
6682 000.08-01
ing, check whether the cleaning agent is suitable for the materials to be
cleaned. The products listed in the table entitled "Cleaning agents for remov-
ing lime scale and rust deposits" are also suitable for stainless steel.
Manufacturer Product Concentration Duration of cleaning procedure/temperature
Drew SAF-Acid 5 - 10% 4 h at 60 - 70 °C
Descale-IT 5 - 10% 4 h at 60 - 70 °C
Ferroclean 10% 4 - 24 h at 60 - 70 °C
Nalfleet Nalfleet 9 - 068 5% 4 h at 60 – 75 ℃
Unitor Descalex 5 - 10% 4 - 6 h at approx. 60 °C
Vecom Descalant F 3 – 10% Approx. 4 h at 50 – 60°C
Table 2: Cleaning agents for removing limescale and rust deposits
In emergencies only Hydrochloric acid diluted in water or aminosulphonic acid may only be used
in exceptional cases if a special cleaning agent that removes limescale
deposits without causing problems is not available. Observe the following
during application:
▪ Stainless steel heat exchangers must never be treated using diluted
hydrochloric acid.
▪ Cooling systems containing non-ferrous metals (aluminium, red bronze,
brass, etc.) must be treated with deactivated aminosulphonic acid. This
acid should be added to water in a concentration of 3 - 5 %. The tem-
perature of the solution should be 40 - 50 °C.
▪ Diluted hydrochloric acid may only be used to clean steel pipes. If hydro-
chloric acid is used as the cleaning agent, there is always a danger that
acid will remain in the system, even when the system has been neutral-
ised and flushed. This residual acid promotes pitting. We therefore rec-
ommend you have the cleaning carried out by a specialist.
The carbon dioxide bubbles that form when limescale deposits are dissolved
can prevent the cleaning agent from reaching boiler scale. It is therefore
absolutely necessary to circulate the water with the cleaning agent to flush
away the gas bubbles and allow them to escape. The length of the cleaning
process depends on the thickness and composition of the deposits. Values
are provided for orientation in the table entitled "Detergents for removing lime
scale and rust deposits“.
Following cleaning The cooling system must be flushed several times once it has been cleaned
using cleaning agents. Replace the water during this process. If acids are
used to carry out the cleaning, neutralise the cooling system afterwards with
suitable chemicals then flush. The system can then be refilled with water that
has been prepared accordingly.
Only carry out the cleaning operation once the engine has
cooled down
Start the cleaning operation only when the engine has cooled down.
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Hot engine components must not come into contact with cold water.
Open the venting pipes before refilling the cooling water system.
Blocked venting pipes prevent air from escaping which can lead to
thermal overloading of the engine.
General
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000.08
Cleaning products can cause damage
6682 000.08-01
The products to be used can endanger health and may be harmful to
the environment.
Follow the manufacturer's handling instructions without fail.
The applicable regulations governing the disposal of cleaning agents or acids

must be observed.

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3.3.10
Water specification for fuel-water emulsions
Water specification for fuel-water emulsions

Prerequisites
The water used for the fuel-water emulsion is an operating fluid that must be
carefully selected, processed (if necessary) and monitored. If this is not done,
deposits, corrosion, erosion and cavitation may occur on the fuel system
components that come into contact with the fuel-water emulsion.
Specifications
Limit values The characteristic values of the water used must be within the following limit
values:
Properties/ Characteristic value Unit
Characteristic
Water type Distillate or fresh water, free of foreign matter. -
Total hardness max. 10 ºdH*
pH value 6.5 - 8 -
Chloride ion content max. 50 mg/l
Table 1: Fuel-water emulsion - characteristic values to be observed
*) 1º dH (German hard- ≙ 10 mg CaO ≙ 17.9 mg CaCO3/l

ness) in 1 litre of water
≙ 0.357 mval/l ≙ 0.179 mmol/l
Testing instruments The MAN Diesel water testing kit contains instruments that allow the water
characteristics referred to above (and others) to be easily determined.
Distillate If distillate (e.g. from the fresh water generator) or fully desalinated water (ion
exchanger) is available, this should ideally be used for the fuel-water emul-
sion. These types of water are free of lime and salts.
Hardness The total hardness of the water is the combined effect of the temporary and
permanent hardness. It is largely determined by the calcium and magnesium Water specification for fuel-water emulsions
salts. The temporary hardness depends on the hydrocarbonate content in
the calcium and magnesium salts. The lasting (permanent) hardness is deter-
mined by the remaining calcium and magnesium salts (sulphates).
Water with hardness greater than 10°dH (German total hardness) must be
blended or softened with distillate. It is not necessary to increase the hard-
ness of extremely soft water.
Treatment with anticorrosive agents not required

Treatment with anticorrosive agents is not required and must be
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omitted.
General
6680 3.3.10-01 EN 1 (1)

3.3.11
Specifications for intake air (combustion air)
Specifications for intake air (combustion air)

General
The quality and condition of intake air (combustion air) have a significant
effect on the power output, wear and emissions of the engine. In this regard,
not only are the atmospheric conditions extremely important, but also con-
tamination by solid and gaseous foreign matter.
Mineral dust in the intake air increases wear. Chemicals and gases promote
corrosion.
This is why effective cleaning of intake air (combustion air) and regular main-
tenance/cleaning of the air filter are required.
When designing the intake air system, the maximum permissible overall pres-
sure drop (filter, silencer, pipe line) of 20 mbar must be taken into considera-
tion.
Requirements
Gas engines or dual-fuel engines may only be equipped with a dry filter. An
oil filter should not be installed, because they enrich air with oil mist, which is
not permissible for gas operated engines. Filters of efficiency class G4
according to EN 779 must be used. The concentrations downstream of the
air filter and/or upstream of the turbocharger inlet must not exceed the fol-
lowing limit values:
Properties Typical value Unit *
Dust (sand, cement, CaO, Al2O3 etc.) max. 5 mg/Nm3
Chlorine max. 1.5
Sulphur dioxide (SO2) max. 1.25
Hydrogen sulphide (H2S) max. 5
Salt (NaCl) max. 1
* One Nm3 corresponds to one cubic meter of
gas at 0 °C and 101.32 kPa. Specifications for intake air (combustion air)
Table 1: Intake air (combustion air) - typical values to be observed
Intake air shall not contain any flammable gases

Intake air shall not contain any flammable gases. Make sure that the
combustion air is not explosive.
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Lubricating Oil Specification

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Lubricating oil (SAE 40) - Specification for heavy fuel

* Works' own method

6680 3.3.6-01 EN 1 (5)

provisionally operated with distillate oil.

Lubricating oil selection

16/24, 21/31, 27/38, 28/32S, 32/40, 32/44, 40/54, 48/60, 58/64, 40

content of less than 0.5 %

2 (5) 6680 3.3.6-01 EN

Approx. BN Engines/Operating conditions

Lubricating oil (SAE 40) - Specification for heavy fuel

with further information.

6680 3.3.6-01 EN 3 (5)

is required for the test.

Base Number (mgKOH/g)

AEGEAN —— Alfamar 430 Alfamar 440 Alfamar 450

4 (5) 6680 3.3.6-01 EN

Base Number (mgKOH/g)

No liability assumed if these oils are used

Lubricating oil (SAE 40) - Specification for heavy fuel

6680 3.3.6-01 EN 5 (5)

Specification of lubricating oil (SAE 40) for operation with

* Works' own method

(HD oils) must have the following properties:

6680 3.3.5-01 EN 1 (5)

Lubricating oil selection

no difference whether synthetic or mineral-based oils are used.

2 (5) 6680 3.3.5-01 EN

Specification of lubricating oil (SAE 40) for operation with

is required for the test.

6680 3.3.5-01 EN 3 (5)

Improper handling of operating fluids

If operating fluids are improperly handled, this can pose a danger to

Approved lubricating oils SAE 40

TOTAL LUBMARINE Caprano M40

to 2.0 weight %, a base number of appr. 20 should be selected.

No liability assumed if these oils are used

4 (5) 6680 3.3.5-01 EN

Limit value Procedure

Specification of lubricating oil (SAE 40) for operation with

6680 3.3.5-01 EN 5 (5)

L16/24, L23/30H, V28/32S, L21/31, L27/38

L16/24, L23/30H, V28/32S, L21/31, L27/38

L16/24, L23/30H, V28/32S, L21/31, L27/38

Check of lubricating oil system

L16/24, L23/30H, V28/32S, L21/31, L27/38

The expected lubricating oil lifetime in operation is Possible test

Evaluation of the Lubricating Oil Condition Max. value : 0.2 %

Based on the analysis results, the following guidance Unit : Weight %

Normal min. max.

Possible test Total insolubles is maily derived from products of

Metal content Remarks Attention limits

Description Lub. Oil Type

Turbocharger Engine system lubricating oil.

Governor See governor instructions in section 509.

H1 = Min. level alarm point

Type L21/31 5 cyl. 6 cyl. 7 cyl. 8 cyl. 9 cyl.

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