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Fluids and Lubricants

Specifications
Gas engines and gas engine-generator sets
Series 4000 gas engine – marine application
Series 4000 gas engine – generator application and engine-generator
set
Series 400 gas engine – engine-generator set

A001072/02E
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Table of Contents
1 Preface 3.3 Series 4000 gas engine – Generator
application and engine-generator set 45
1.1 General information 5 3.3.1 Coolant – General information 45
3.3.2 Coolant without antifreeze – Concentrates for
2 Lubricants cooling systems containing light metal 46
3.3.3 Coolant without antifreeze – Ready mixtures
2.1 General Information 7 for cooling systems containing light metal 47
2.1.1 Engine oil 7 3.3.4 Antifreeze – Concentrates for cooling systems
2.1.2 Engine oil change intervals 8 containing light metal 48
2.1.3 Silicon compounds in the fuel gas 10 3.3.5 Antifreeze – Concentrates for special
2.1.4 Fluorescent dyestuffs for detecting leaks in the applications 51
lube oil circuit 11 3.3.6 Antifreeze – Ready mixtures for cooling
2.1.5 Lubricating greases 12 systems containing light metals 52
2.1.6 Lubricating greases for general applications 13
3.4 Series 400 gas engine – Engine-generator
2.2 Series 4000 gas engine – Generator set 54
application and engine-generator set - 3.4.1 Approved coolants 54
marine application 14
2.2.1 Approved engine oils 14
2.2.2 Lubricating greases for generators 16 4 Fuels
2.2.3 Gear oils 17
4.1 General Information 55
2.3 Series 400 gas engine – Engine-generator 4.1.1 Fuels – Usage 55
set 18 4.1.2 Main constituents of natural gas and fuel
2.3.1 Approved engine oils 18 gases of biogenic origin 56
2.3.2 Engine oil change intervals 21 4.1.3 Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) 57
2.3.3 Lubricating greases for generators 23 4.1.4 Silicon and sulfur compounds in the fuel gas 58

4.2 Series 4000 gas engine – Marine application 59


3 Coolants 4.2.1 General 59
4.2.2 Requirements for fuel gas 60
3.1 General Information 24 4.2.3 Specifications for the medium in the gas
3.1.1 Coolant – Definition 24 piping enclosure for marine applications 63
3.1.2 Operational monitoring / coolant preparation 26
3.1.3 Coolant concentrates – Storage capability 30
4.3 Series 4000 gas engine – Generator
3.1.4 Color additives for detection of leaks in the application and engine-generator set 65
coolant circuit 31 4.3.1 General 65
3.1.5 Cooling system damage – Prevention 32 4.3.2 Natural gas – Requirements of the fuel gas 66
3.1.6 Unsuitable materials in the coolant circuit 33 4.3.3 Biogas – Requirements for fuel gas 69
3.1.7 Fresh water requirements – Series 4000 34 4.4 Series 400 gas engine – Engine-generator
3.1.8 Fresh water requirements – Series 400 35 set 73
3.2 Series 4000 gas engine – Marine application 36 4.4.1 Natural gas – Fuel values 73
3.2.1 Coolant – General information 36 4.4.2 Biogas – Fuel values 74
3.2.2 Coolants without antifreeze – Concentrates for 4.4.3 Harmful impurities (pollutants) 75
cooling systems free of light metal 37
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3.2.3 Coolant without antifreeze – Ready mixtures


5 Exhaust Gas Aftertreatment System
for cooling systems free of light metal 39
3.2.4 Antifreeze – Concentrates for cooling systems 5.1 General 77
free of light metal 40
5.2 NOx reducing agent AUS 32 for SCR
3.2.5 Antifreeze – Concentrates for special
exhaust gas aftertreatment systems 78
applications 42
3.2.6 Antifreeze – Ready mixtures for cooling 5.3 Exhaust condensate 80
systems free of light metals 43

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6 Flushing and Cleaning Specifications for 8.2 Heating water – Requirements 89
Engine Coolant Circuits
9 Confirmation for Fluids and Lubricants
6.1 General information 81
6.2 Approved cleaning agents 82 9.1 Confirmation by the operator of engine-
6.3 Engine coolant circuits – Flushing 83 generator sets 91
6.4 Engine coolant circuits – Cleaning 84
6.5 Assemblies – Cleaning 85 10 Appendix A
6.6 Coolant circuits contaminated with bacteria,
fungi or yeast 86 10.1 List of abbreviations 92
10.2 Conversion table of SI units 93
7 Inlet Air and Combustion Air 10.3 Contact person/Service partner 94

7.1 General information 87 11 Appendix B

8 Heating Water 11.1 Index 95

8.1 General information 88

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1 Preface
1.1 General information
These Fluids and Lubricants Specifications contain general instructions for the proper and safe operation of
your product from the manufacturer MTU.

Definition of MTU
MTU refers to Rolls-Royce Power Systems AG and MTU Friedrichshafen GmbH or an affiliated company pur-
suant to Section §15 AktG (German Stock Corporation Act) or a controlled company (joint venture).

Used symbols and means of representation


The following instructions are highlighted in the text and must be observed:
Important
This field contains product information which is important or useful for the user. It refers to instructions,
work and activities that have to be observed to prevent damage or destruction to the material.

Note:
A note provides special instructions that must be observed when performing a task.

Fluids and lubricants


The service life, operational reliability and function of the drive systems are largely dependent on the fluids
and lubricants employed. The correct selection and treatment of these fluids and lubricants are therefore
extremely important. This publication specifies which fluids and lubricants are to be used.
Test standard Designation
DIN Federal German Standards Institute
EN European Standards
ISO International Standards Organization
ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials
IP Institute of Petroleum
DVGW German Gas and Water Industry Association

Table 1: Test standards for fluids and lubricants

Important
Approved fluids and lubricants may not be mixed.

Important
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The customer must comply with the instructions specified in the safety data sheets of the respective manu-
facturers.

Applicability of this publication


The Fluids and Lubricants Specifications will be amended or supplemented as necessary. Prior to use, ensure
that the most recent version is available. The most recent version can be consulted under:
http://www.mtu-solutions.com
If you have any questions, your contact person will be happy to help you.

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Warranty
Use of the approved fluids and lubricants, either under the brand name or in accordance with the specifica-
tions given in this publication, constitutes part of the warranty conditions.
The supplier of the fluids and lubricants is responsible for the worldwide standard quality of the named prod-
ucts.
Important
Fluids and lubricants for drive systems may be hazardous materials. Certain regulations must be obeyed
when handling, storing and disposing of these substances.

These regulations are contained in the manufacturers' instructions, legal requirements and technical guide-
lines valid in the individual countries. Great differences can apply from country to country and a generally
valid guide to applicable regulations for fluids and lubricants is therefore not possible within this publication.
Users of the products named in these specifications are therefore obliged to inform themselves of the locally
valid regulations. MTU accepts no responsibility whatsoever for improper or illegal use of the fluids and lubri-
cants which it has approved.
When handling fluids and lubricants the "Rules for the protection of the environment" (see Operating Instruc-
tions, Safety Regulations, Disassembly and Disposal) must be observed since they are hazardous to health
and flammable.
Incorrect use of fluids and lubricants causes environmental pollution:
• Fluids and lubricants must not enter the ground or the sewerage system.
• Used fluids and lubricants must be disposed of through used oil recycling or hazardous waste disposal.
• Used filter elements and cartridges must be disposed of with hazardous waste.
Important
The customer / operator bears the responsibility for observing the fuel values.

Preservation
All information on preservation, represervation and depreservation including the approved preservatives is
available in the Preservation and Represervation Specifications (publication number A001070/...). The most
recent version can be consulted under:
http://www.mtu-solutions.com

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2 Lubricants
2.1 General Information
2.1.1 Engine oil
The selection of a suitable engine oil for gas engines depends primarily on the type of gas used to power the
engine. The gas engine must only be operated with approved engine oil.
Approved engine oils are specified in the following chapters:
• For Series 4000 (→ Page 14)
• For Series 400 (→ Page 18)
An essential factor is the share of interfering contamination in the fuel gas. This requires that the operator
regularly carries out gas checks. The gas engine oils to be used are characterized by the lowest possible ash
content. This prevents increased ash deposits which can lead to reduced catalytic converter performance or
combustion knocking.
During operation with biogas, in certain circumstances the engine oil contains corrosive contaminants which
are created when the pollutants contained in the gas (chlorine, fluorine and sulfur compounds) are burned.
These corrosive constituents can only be neutralized to a limited extent even by special additives engine oil.
Corrosion damage to the oil-lubricated engine components can only be avoided by more frequent oil
changes. To improve buffering of concentration peaks when oil is subjected to corrosive contaminants, an
increased engine oil volume is urgently recommended.
Important
Dispose of used fluids and lubricants in accordance with local regulations.

Important
Viscosity grade SAE 40 is stipulated for gas engines.
Multigrade oils are not permitted.

Important
Mixing different engine oils is strictly prohibited.

Important
Changing to another oil grade can be accomplished in the course of an oil change provided certain condi-
tions are met. Contact MTU Service for this purpose.

Important
For applications with biogas, sewage gas or landfill gas, the quantity of oil in the engine oil pan is not ade-
quate. A larger volume of oil is required.
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2.1.2 Engine oil change intervals
Oil change intervals for gas engines
Engine oil change intervals depend on the engine-oil quality, its conditioning, the operating conditions and
the fuel used.
An oil sample must therefore be extracted on a regular basis depending on the engine oil volume, type of gas
and series and the oil analysis must be compared with the limit values from table (→ Table 2). The oil sam-
ples must always be taken under the same site conditions (engine at operation temperature) and at the des-
ignated point (extraction nozzle on oil filter housing).
If the limit values as per table (→ Table 2) are reached or exceeded, an oil change must be carried out imme-
diately.
When using an extended volume of oil, the limit values for wear elements must be reduced inversely propor-
tional to the volume enlargement. The maximum permissible reduction of limit values for the wear elements
is 50% of the limit value from the table (→ Table 2).
Fixed oil change intervals without oil analysis are permitted following consultation with MTU.

Limit values for used gas engine oils SAE 40


Limit values for Series Limit values for Series
Test method 4000 400
Viscosity at 100 °C ASTM D445 Max. 17.5 New oil value +30 % **
(mm2/s) DIN 51562 Min. 11.5
Total base number TBN ASTM D2896 Min. 2.5 and TBN > TAN New oil value -60 % **
(mgKOH/g) ISO 3771
Total acid number, TAN ASTM D664 max. new oil value +2.5 On request from factory
(mgKOH/g)
iph value ASTM D7946 Min. 4 Min. 4
Water (% by vol.) ASTM D6304 Max. 0.2 Max. 0.2
EN 12937
ISO 6296
Glycol (mg/kg) ASTM D2982 Max. 100 On request from factory
Oxidation (A/cm) DIN 51453 Max. 20 Max. 30
Nitration (A/cm) IR method Max. 20 Max. 30
Wear elements (mg/kg): DIN 51399-1/-2
Iron (Fe) Max. 30 Max. 50
Lead (Pb) Max. 20 Max. 30
Aluminum (Al) Max. 10 Max. 20
Copper (Cu) Max. 20 *** Max. 50
Tin (Sn) Max. 5 Max. 15
Silicon (Si) Max. 15 * Max. 10 *
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* The limit value for the wear element Si only refers to natural gas operation.
** New oil value can be requested from the factory
*** During the 1st oil change (max. 3000 op. hrs.), the limit value is 50 ppm.
Table 2: Limit values for used gas engine oils SAE 40

Used-oil analysis
The results of the oil analyses must be archived.

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From the indicated test methods and limit values, (→ Table 2) you can derive when the result of a single oil
sample analysis is to be viewed as abnormal. An abnormal result (e.g. increased wear of the oil) requires an
immediate investigation and rectification of the irregular operating condition (e.g. check of the gas prepara-
tion or analysis of the gas samples).
The limit values relate to individual oil samples. If the limit values are reached or exceeded, an oil change
must be carried out immediately. The results of the oil analysis do not necessarily indicate the wear taking
place on specific elements and components.
Aside from the analytical limit values, the condition, operating condition and possible malfunctions of the en-
gine and the periphery of the system are also of equal importance.
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2.1.3 Silicon compounds in the fuel gas
Silicon compounds in the gas lead to deposits and promote wear. Even catalytic converters are deactivated
by these compounds. Damage caused by silicon compounds is not covered by the warranty.

Silicon operational value SiB


During operation with gases containing silicon, take particular note of the increased silicon content in the oil.
For this purpose, the silicon operational value SiB must be calculated with the help of the formula below.

(Oil fill quantity + top-up quantity) [liters]


SiB = Delta Si oil analysis B - A [ppm] x
generated electrical work [kWh]
Compliance with the SiB must be seamlessly verified by the operator's analyses.

Silicon operational value SiBG


With regard to the silicon operational limit values SiBG, a distinction is made between operating with a cata-
lytic converter and operating without one.
Operation SiBG
With catalytic exhaust gas cleaning 0
Without catalytic exhaust gas cleaning < 0.01 (Series 4000)
Without catalytic exhaust gas cleaning < 0.02 (Series 400)

Experience has shown that for the required use of oxidation catalytic converters, the impossibility of verifica-
tion must be requested (Si B = 0).
Nevertheless, due to the high sensitivity of the catalytic converter, premature activity loss can occur, particu-
larly at formaldehyde conversion.
Important
MTU excludes damage caused by silicon to the engine and catalytic converter from the warranty.

Example for calculating the silicon operating value SiB


Example data for calculating the silicon operating value SiB
Delta Si between oil analysis A and B 20 ppm (mg/kg)
Oil fill quantity in circulation 800 dm3
Topped up oil quantity 200 dm3
Generated electrical work between oil analysis A and B 2000000 kWh

(800 + 200) [dm3]


SIB = 20 [ppm] x =0.01
2000000 [kWh]
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2.1.4 Fluorescent dyestuffs for detecting leaks in the lube oil circuit
The fluorescent dyestuffs listed below are approved for detection of leaks in the lube oil circuit.

Manufacturer Product name Concentration Part No. Container size Storage stabili-
for use ty)
Chromatech Eu- D51000A Chro- 0.04 % - 0.07 % X00067084 16 kg 2 years
rope B.V. matint
Fluorescent Yel-
low 175
Cimcool, Cincin- Producto 0.5 % - 1.0 % 5 gallons (canis- 6 months
nati YFD-100 ter)
55 gallons (bar-
rel)

Table 3:
1)
= ex works delivery, based on original and hermetically sealed containers in frost-free storage (> 5 °C).
The fluorescence (light-yellow color tone) of both dyestuffs is made visible with a UV lamp (365 nm).
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2.1.5 Lubricating greases
Requirements
The conditions of MTU for the approval of lubricating greases are specified in the delivery standard MTL
5050, which can be ordered under this reference number.
Grease manufacturers are notified in writing if their product is approved.

Lubricating greases for general applications


Use lithium-saponified grease for all grease lubrication points.
Exceptions are:
• Compressor bypass, fitted between turbocharger and intercooler
• Coupling internal centering

Lubricating greases for applications at high temperatures


High-temperature grease (up to 250 °C) must be used for the compressor bypass installed between turbo-
charger and intercooler:
• Aero Shell Grease 15
• Optimol Inertox Medium
General purpose greases suffice for the compressor bypass located before the turbocharger or after the in-
tercooler.

Greases for internal centerings of couplings


Greases for internal centerings:
• Esso Unirex N 3 (temperature-stable up to approx. 160 °C)

Lubricants for special applications (only Series 4000)


Oil for turbochargers
Exhaust turbochargers with integrated oil supply are generally connected to the engine lube oil system.
For ABB turbochargers which are not connected to the engine lube oil system, mineral-based turbine oils
with viscosity grade ISO-VG 68 must be used.

Lubricating greases for curved tooth couplings


Depending on the application, the following lubricants have been approved for curved tooth couplings:
• Make: Klüber: Structovis BHD MF (highly-viscous lube oil)
• Make: Klüber: Klüberplex GE11–680 (adhesive gearbox/transmission lubricant)
Guidelines on use and service life are contained in the relevant Operating Instructions and Maintenance
Schedules.
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2.1.6 Lubricating greases for general applications
For details and special features, see chapter "Lubricating greases"(→ Page 7)
Manufacturer Brand name Notes
Aral AG Mehrzweckfett Arallub HL2
BP p.l.c. Energrease LS2
Castrol Ltd. Spheerol AP2
Chevron Multifak EP2
SRS Schmierstoff Vertrieb GmbH SRS Wiolub LFK2
Shell Deutschland GmbH Shell Gadus S2 V220 2
Total Total Multis EP2
Veedol International Multipurpose

Table 4:
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2.2 Series 4000 gas engine – Generator application and engine-
generator set - marine application
2.2.1 Approved engine oils
For details and special features, see chapter "General" (→ Page 7).

Engine oils for Series 4000 gas engines


Manufacturer Brand name Model type Comments /
material num-

4000L32 / L33 / L32FNER


ber

4000L61 / L62 / L63

4000L64 / L64FNER
SAE viscosity class

4000Mx5xN
4000L32FB

4000L62FB
MTU Friedrichshafen GEO BG Power 40 X X 20 l container:
B2L X00072870
205 l contain-
er:
X00072871
IBC:
X00072872
GEO NG Power 40 X 20 l container:
X2L X00072874
205 l contain-
er:
X00072875
IBC:
X00072876
GEO NG Power 40 X X X X 20 l container:
X3L X00072877
205 l contain-
er:
X00072878
IBC:
X00072879
X = Approval for model type
Table 5: Engine oils for Series 4000 gas engines
Important
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To determine the engine oil change intervals, oil samples must be taken every 250 op. hrs. and analyzed.
The limit values must be observed (→ Page 8).

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Alternative engine oils for Series 4000 gas engines
Manufacturer Brand name Model type

4000L32 / L33 / L32FNER


4000L61 / L62 / L63

4000L64 / L64FNER
SAE viscosity class

4000Mx5xN
4000L32FB

4000L62FB
Addinol MG 40 Extra LA 40 X X
MG 40 Extra Plus 40 X
BayWa AG Tectrol MethaFlexx HC Pre- 40 X X
mium
Castrol Ltd. Castrol Duratec L 40 X X*
Chevron (Texaco) Geotex LA 40 40 X X*
HDAX 7200 40 X X X
Exxon Mobil Corporation Mobil Pegasus 705 40 X X*
Mobil Pegasus 805 (55 gal- 40 X X*
lons: 23538056)
Mobil Pegasus 1005 40 X X X
(55 gallon drum: 800019)
Fuchs Europe Schmierstoffe Titan Ganymet Ultra 40 X X
GmbH Titan Ganymet LA 40 X
NILS S.p.A. Burian 40 X
Schnell Motoren GmbH Schnell Protect Oil 40 X X
Shell International Petrole- Shell Mysella S3 N 40 40 X X*
um Company Shell Mysella S5 N 40 40 X X X
SRS Schmierstoff Vertrieb SRS Mihagrun LA 40 40 X X*
GmbH
Total Deutschland Nateria MH40 40 X X*
Nateria MJ40 40 X
Nateria MP40 40 X X X X X X
Petro-Canada Europe Lubri- Sentron CG 40 (205 l drum: 40 X X
cants Ltd. 800262)
Sentron LD 5000 40 X
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Sentron LD 8000 (205 l 40 X X X X


drum: 800315)
X = Approval for model type
* The use of these engine oils shortens the service life.
Table 6: Alternative engine oils for Series 4000 gas engines
Important
To determine the engine oil change intervals, oil samples must be taken every 250 op. hrs. and analyzed.
The limit values must be observed (→ Page 8).

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2.2.2 Lubricating greases for generators
The generator manufacturers lubricate the bearings before shipment.
Lubricant must be added when the unit is out into operation.
Important information
The specifications on the generator plate are always applicable.
Observe the manufacturer's specifications on the generator nameplate.

The manufacturers provide the following information on the generator:


• Lubricating grease to be used
• Amount of grease to be added
• Lubricating interval
The applicable Maintenance Schedule must be complied with.
Further information is available in the manufacturer's documentation.
Important information
The temperature of the generator bearings should be monitored during the first operating hours.

Important information
Poor lubrication can lead to excessive temperatures and damage to the bearings.

Lubricating greases for generators in Series 4000 gas


Generator manufacturer Lubricating grease (MTU material number)
Leroy-Somer Shell Gadus S3 V220C2 (X00067217) *
Mobil Polyrex™ EM: grade NLGI 2 (X00071899) *
Cummins KLUEBER ASONIC GHY72 (09110145007)
Hitzinger LUKOIL SIGNUM EPX2 (X00071900)
* According to the manufacturer, operation with a mixture of the two lubricating greases is not per-
mitted. Observe the manufacturer's specifications on the generator nameplate.

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2.2.3 Gear oils
Approved lubricating oils
Only applies for 60 Hz applications.
Manufacturer / supplier Designation SAE Viscosity class Note
Mobil Mobilgear SHC XMP320 (5 gallons: 40 S
800233 / (55 gallons: 800232)
Mobil SHC 632 (5 gallons: 800235 / (55 gallons: 40 S
800234)
Klüber GEM4-320N 40 S
Total Carter SH320 40 S
S = synthetic lube oil
Table 7: Approved lubricating oils
Important
Only synthetic gear oil types are permitted.

Capacity
Type of gearbox/transmission Engine liter
GU 320 8V4000Lx 65
12V4000Lx
GU 395 16V4000Lx 92
20V4000Lx

Table 8: Capacity
The test run is carried out at MTU with Mobil SHC 632.
MTU material number:
• 09110149525 – gear oil MOBIL SHC 632 (barrel)
• 09110149555 – gear oil MOBIL SHC 632 (canister)
Oil change intervals:
• Also refer to the Maintenance Schedule from MTU and the operating instructions of the gearbox manufac-
turer
• First oil change after 500 operating hours, then every 6000 operating hours
• Regular oil analysis in accordance with the Maintenance Schedule
Fill cold gear oil exactly up to the middle of the sight glass. During operation, the oil level at the sight glass
initially sinks but can subsequently rise above it due to temperature expansion. Ventilation takes place via
the labyrinth seal at the shafts.
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2.3 Series 400 gas engine – Engine-generator set
2.3.1 Approved engine oils
Engine oils for naturally-aspirated Series 400 engines
Manufacturer / supplier Brand name SAE viscosity Note
class
MTU Friedrichshafen GEO NG POWER X2L 2) 401) M E, P

Table 9: Engine oils for naturally-aspirated Series 400 engines


1) Approval conditional on ambient temperature at engine being > +10 °C
2) 20 l container: X00072874 / 205 l container: X00072875 / IBC: X00072876
M Mineral engine oil
E Natural gas
P Propane

Alternative engine oils for naturally-aspirated Series 400 engines


Manufacturer / supplier Brand name SAE viscosity Note
class
Addinol Lube Oil GmbH ECO GAS 4000 XD 401) M E, P
MG 40 Extra LA 401) M E, P
AUTOL ELA 40 401) M E, P
AVIA AG LA 40 40 1) M E, P
LA Plus 40 401) M E, P
Castrol Duratec HPL 401) M E, P
Duratec XPL 401) S E, P
Chevron Texaco HDAX 7200 401) M E, P
BayWa AG TECTROL Methaflexx HC Premium 40 1) M E, P
TECTROL Methaflexx NG 401) M E, P
Eni Schmiertechnik GmbH Eni Geum 40 401) M E, P
ExxonMobil SHC Pegasus 40 40 1) S E, P
Pegasus 605 401) M E, P
Pegasus 705 40 1) M E, P
Pegasus 805 401) M E, P
Pegasus 1005 401) M E, P
Pegasus 1107 40 1) M E, P
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Fuchs Europe Schmierstoffe Titan Ganymet LA 401) M E, P


GmbH
Titan Ganymet Ultra 40 1) M E, P
Kuwait Petroleum Q8 Mahler MA 401) M E, P
Petro-Canada Europe Lubri- Sentron LD 5000 401) M E, P
cants Ltd.
Sentron LD 8000 40 1) M E, P
Shell International Petroleum Shell Mysella S5 N 40 401) M E, P
Company

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Manufacturer / supplier Brand name SAE viscosity Note
class
Shell International Petroleum Shell Mysella S5 S 40 401) M E, P
Company
Total Deutschland Total Nateria MP40 401) M E, P
WIPA Chemicals International Ecosyn GE 4004 401) S E, P

Table 10: Alternative engine oils for naturally-aspirated Series 400 engines
1) Approval conditional on ambient temperature at engine being > +10 °C
S Synthetic engine oil
M Mineral engine oil
E Natural gas
P Propane

Engine oils for Series 400 turbo engines


Manufacturer / supplier Brand name SAE viscosity Note
class
MTU Friedrichshafen GEO NG POWER X2L 2) 40 1) M E, P K
GEO BG POWER B2L 3) 40 1) M B K

Table 11: Engine oils for Series 400 turbo engines


1) Approval conditional on ambient temperature at engine being > +10 °C
2) 20 l container: X00072874 / 205 l container: X00072876 / IBC: X00072875
3) 20 l container: X00072870 / 205 l container: X00072872 / IBC: X00072871
M Mineral engine oil
E Natural gas
P Propane
B Biogas
K suitable for catalytic converter

Alternative engine oils for Series 400 turbo engines


Manufacturer / supplier Brand name SAE viscosity Note
class
AUTOL BGJ 40 40 1) M B K
ELA 40 40 1) M E, P K
AVIA AG HA 40 40 1) M B K
LA 40 40 1) M E, P K
LA Plus 40 40 1) M E, P K
Addinol Lube Oil GmbH ECO GAS 4000 XD 40 1) M E, P K
MG 40 Extra Plus 40 1) M B K
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MG 40 Extra LA 40 1) M E, P K
NILS Burian 40 1) M B K
BayWA AG TECTROL Methaflexx D 40 1) M B K
TECTROL Methaflexx HC Plus 40 1) M B K
TECTROL Methaflexx HC Premium 40 1) M E, P K
TECTROL Methaflexx HC Premium 40 M B SRK
TECTROL Methaflexx NG 40 1) M E, P K

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Manufacturer / supplier Brand name SAE viscosity Note
class
Castrol Duratec HPL 40 1) M E, P K
Duratec XPL 40 1) S E, P K
Chevron Texaco Geotex LA 40 40 1) M E, P K
Geotex LF 40 40 1) M B K
HDAX 7200 40 1) M E, P K
Eni Schmiertechnik GmbH Eni Geum 40 401) M E, P K
ExxonMobil SHC Pegasus 40 40 1) S E, P K
Pegasus 605 40 1) M E, P K
Pegasus 610 40 1) M B K
Pegasus 705 40 1) M E, P K
Pegasus 710 40 1) M B K
Pegasus 805 40 1) M E, P K
Pegasus 1107 40 1) M E, P K;
Fuchs Europe Schmierstoffe Titan Ganymet 40 1) M B K
GmbH
Titan Ganymet LA 40 1) M E, P K
Titan Ganymet Plus 40 1) M B K
Titan Ganymet Ultra 40 1) M E, P K
Titan Ganymet Ultra 40 1) M B SRK
Hessol Lubrication GmbH Hessol Gasmotorenöl 40 1) M B K
Kuwait Petroleum Q8 Mahler HA 40 1) M B K
Q8 Mahler MA 40 1) M E, P K
Petro-Canada Europe Lubri- Sentron CG 40 40 1) M B K
cants Ltd.
Sentron LD 5000 40 1) M E, P K
Sentron LD 8000 40 1) M E, P K
Shell International Petroleum Shell Mysella S5 N 40 40 1) M E, P K
Company
Shell International Petroleum Shell Mysella S5 S 40 40 1) M E, P, K
Company B
Total Deutschland Total Nateria MJ40 401) M B K
Total Deutschland Total Nateria MP40 40 1) M E, P K
WIPA Chemicals International Ecosyn GE 4004 40 1) S E, P K
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Table 12: Alternative engine oils for Series 400 turbo engines
1) Approval conditional on ambient temperature at engine being > +10 °C
S Synthetic engine oil
M Mineral engine oil
E Natural gas
P Propane
B Biogas
K suitable for catalytic converter
SRK Sulfur-resistant catalytic converter

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2.3.2 Engine oil change intervals
Mineral oil, engine oil system with oil spray-off system and additional capacity
If the additional capacity is increased, e.g. to 800 l for the E3066Dx, the oil change interval will also increase
4-fold in comparison to the case where the additional capacity is 200 l.
Oil analyses need to be carried out at regular intervals in such cases.
Designation Engine oil system with oil spray-off system and additional capacity
Module / engine-generator set Oil change based on operating Min. additional capacity
with engine model hours
E3066D1-D3 2500 200 l
E3066D4 3000 200 l
E3066Lx/Zx 1000 120 l
E3042D1-D3 1250 200 l
E3042D4 1500 200 l
E3042Lx/Zx 1000 200 l
E3042Lx/Zx 5000 (or oil analysis) 1000 l
B3066Lx/Zx 1000 200 l
B3042Lx/Zx 1000 300 l

Table 13: Mineral oil, engine oil system with oil spray-off system and additional capacity

Mineral oil, engine oil system with fresh-oil replenishment function only (no
oil spray-off system)
Designation Engine oil system with fresh-oil replenishment function only (no
oil spray-off system)
Module / engine-generator set Oil change based on operating Recommended capacity of fresh-
with engine model hours oil tank
E3066D1-D3 600 60 l
E3066Lx/Zx 300 60 l
E3042D1-D3 600 60 l
E3042Lx/Zx 300 60 l

Table 14: Mineral oil, engine oil system with fresh-oil replenishment function only (no oil spray-off system)

Synthetic oil, engine oil system with oil spray-off system and additional
capacity
If the additional capacity is increased, e.g. to 800 l for the E3066Dx, the oil change interval will also increase
4-fold in comparison to the case where the additional capacity is 200 l.
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Oil analyses need to be carried out at regular intervals in such cases.


Designation Engine oil system with oil spray-off system and additional capacity
Module / engine-generator set Oil change based on operating Min. additional capacity
with engine model hours
E3066Lx/Zx 2000 200 l
E3042Lx/Zx 1000 160 l
E3042Lx/Zx 8000 (or oil analysis) 1000 l

Table 15: Synthetic oil, engine oil system with oil spray-off system and additional capacity

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Synthetic oil, engine oil system with fresh-oil replenishment function only (no
oil spray-off system)
Designation Engine oil system with fresh-oil replenishment function only (no
oil spray-off system)
Module / engine-generator set Oil change based on operating Recommended capacity of fresh-
with engine model hours oil tank
E3066D1-D3 1250 50 l
E3066D4 1500 50 l
E3066Lx/Zx 600 50 l
E3042D1-D3 1250 100 l
E3042D4 1500 100 l
E3042Lx/Zx 600 100 l

Table 16: Synthetic oil, engine oil system with fresh-oil replenishment function only (no oil spray-off system)

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2.3.3 Lubricating greases for generators
Lubricating greases for generators in Series 400
Generator manufacturer Lubricating grease
Leroy-Somer Lubricated for life

Important information
Observe the manufacturer's specifications on the generator nameplate.
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3 Coolants
3.1 General Information
3.1.1 Coolant – Definition
Important
Ensure that used fluids and lubricants are collected in sufficiently large collecting containers. Observe safe-
ty data sheets and dispose of used fluids and lubricants in accordance with country-specific regulations.

Coolant = coolant additive (concentrate) + fresh water to predefined mixing ratio


• Ready for use in engine

Antifreeze = Corrosion inhibitor + glycol + additives + water


• The predecessor version of the Fluids and Lubricants Specifications
used the term "corrosion inhibiting antifreeze". For clarity purposes,
this publication uses the term "Antifreeze".
Antifreeze is necessary for engine operation in areas where below-freezing temperatures may occur.
The relevant concentration range for use is listed in the section on operational monitoring.
Coolant without antifreeze = Corrosion inhibitor + additives + water
• The predecessor version of the Fluids and Lubricants Specifications
used the term "water-soluble corrosion inhibitors". This designation
will be replaced with immediate effect with "coolant without anti-
freeze".
The coolants approved by MTU ensure adequate corrosion protection provided the correct concentrations
are used. The relevant concentration range for use is listed in the section on operational monitoring.
Approved coolant additives are specified in the following chapters:
• For Series 4000 gas engine – marine application (→ Page 37)
• For Series 4000 gas engine – generator application and engine-generator set (→ Page 46)
• For Series 4000 gas engine – engine-generator set (→ Page 54)
.
Special arrangements presently in effect remain valid.
Important
Coolant additives containing nitrite must not be used in conjunction with coolers that contain brass.

Important
Flushing with water is required at every change to a different coolant product. For flushing and cleaning
specifications for engine coolant circuits, see (→ Page 81).

Important
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Propylene glycol-based antifreezes are stipulated for use in some types of applications. These products
have a lower thermal conductivity than the usual ethylene glycol products. This results in a higher tempera-
ture level in the engine.
The product BASF G206 is available for use at extremely low temperatures (< -40 °C).

The corrosion-inhibiting effect of coolant is only ensured with the coolant circuit fully filled.
Only corrosion inhibitors approved for internal preservation of the coolant circuit also provide proper corro-
sion protection when the medium is drained. This means that, after draining of the coolant, the cooling cir-
cuit must be preserved if the coolant is not refilled. The procedure is described in the Preservation and Rep-
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Coolants must be prepared from suitable fresh water and a coolant additive approved by MTU. Conditioning
of the coolant must take place outside the engine.
Important
Mixtures of different coolant additives and supplementary additives (also in coolant filters and filters down-
stream of plant components) are not permitted.

Important
For ready mixtures, the proportion of coolant additive (concentrate) is always named first.
Example: Coolant AH 40/60 Antifreeze Premix = 40 % coolant additive by volume / 60 % fresh water by
volume
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3.1.2 Operational monitoring / coolant preparation
Advance inspection of the fresh water and monitoring of the coolant are essential for trouble-free engine op-
eration. Fresh water coolant should be inspected at least once per year and with each fill-up. Inspections can
be carried out using the MTU Test Kit. which contains the necessary equipment, chemicals and instructions
for use.
The following tests can be conducted with the MTU Test Kit:
• Determination of total hardness (°d)
• pH value
• Chloride content of fresh water
• Determination of antifreeze content
• Determination of the concentration of coolant without antifreeze
Orders for fresh water and coolant analysis may be placed with MTU. Samples of min. 0.25 l must be sup-
plied.

Permissible concentrations of antifreezes


Minimum Maximum
Antifreeze on ethylene glycol basis 35% by vol- 40% by vol- 45% by vol- 50% by vol-
ume ume ume ume
With antifreeze protection up to* -20 °C -25 °C -31 °C -37 °C
BASF G206 65% by volume for application at outside temperatures
of up to -65 °C in arctic regions
* = antifreeze specifications determined as per ASTM D 1177
Table 17: Permissible concentrations of antifreezes
Important
After flushing the engine coolant circuit, the concentration of antifreeze must not exceed 35 % by volume.

Add antifreeze to the fresh water with a concentration of at least 35 % by volume when antifreeze protection
to minus - 20 °C is sufficient. If lower ambient temperatures are expected, the concentration must be in-
creased accordingly. A concentration of above 50 % by volume is impermissible.
Mixtures containing a proportion of antifreeze below 35 % by volume do not guarantee adequate corrosion
protection.
Use the treated water in both summer and winter operation. Compensate for coolant losses in such a way as
to maintain the antifreeze concentration.
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Permissible concentrations, coolant without antifreeze for all applications
Permis- Manufacturer Reading on hand refractometer) at 20 °C (= de-
sible grees Brix)
concen- Brand name % by vol.
tration
range 7 8 9 10 11 12
9 to 11% MTU Friedrich- Coolant CS 100 Corro-
by vol- shafen sion Inhibitor Concen- 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.5 6.0
ume trate
Coolant CS 10/90 Cor-
3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.5 6.0
rosion Inhibitor Premix
MTU America Power Cool® Plus 6000 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.5 6.0
Arteco Freecor NBI Please use test kit of manufacturer
BASF SE Glysacorr G93 green 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.5 6.0
CCI Corporation A 216 4.9 5.6 6.3 7.0 7.7 8.4
CCI Manufac- A 216
turing IL Corpo- 4.9 5.6 6.3 7.0 7.7 8.4
ration
Chevron Texcool A -200 Please use test kit of manufacturer
Detroit Diesel Power Cool Plus 6000
4.9 5.6 6.3 7.0 7.7 8.4
Corporation
Drew Marine Drewgard XTA 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.5 6.0
ExxonMobil Mobil Delvac Extended
4.9 5.6 6.3 7.0 7.7 8.4
Life Corrosion Inhibitor
Ginouves York 719 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.5 6.0
Old World In- Final Charge Extended
dustries Inc. Life Corrosion Inhibitor 4.9 5.6 6.3 7.0 7.7 8.4
(A 216)
Valvoline Zerex G-93 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.5 6.0
1)
= concentration determination by means of suitable hand refractometer
Table 18: Permissible concentrations, coolant without antifreeze for all applications
Calibrate the hand refractometer with clean water at coolant temperature. The coolant temperature should
be 20 °C. Observe the specifications of the manufacturer.
Important
After flushing the engine coolant circuit, the concentration of corrosion inhibitor must not exceed 9 % by
volume.
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Permissible concentrations, additional coolant without antifreeze exclusively for
marine (free of light metals)
Permis- Reading on hand refractometer) at 20 °C (= de-
sible grees Brix)
concen- Manufacturer Brand name % by vol.
tration
range 7 8 9 10 11 12
7 to 11% Arteco Havoline Extended Life
by vol- Corrosion Inhibitor XLI 2.6 3.0 3.4 3.7 4.1 4.4
ume [EU 32765]
Nalco Alfloc (Maxitreat) 3443 1.75 2.0 2.25 2.5 2.75 3.0
Alfloc (Maxitreat) 3477 1.75 2.0 2.25 2.5 2.75 3.0
PrixMax Aus- PrixMax RCP
2.6 3.0 3.4 3.7 4.1 4.4
tralia Pty. Ltd.
Total WT Supra 2.6 3.0 3.4 3.7 4.1 4.4
5 to 6% Fleetguard DCA-4L
by vol- Please use test kit of manufacturer
ume
3 to 4% Detroit Diesel Power Cool 2000
by vol- Corporation
ume Nalco Alfloc 2000
Nalco 2000 Please use test kit of manufacturer
Nalcool 2000
Trac 102
Penray Pencool 2000
1)
= concentration determination by means of suitable hand refractometer
Table 19: Permissible concentrations, additional coolant without antifreeze exclusively for marine (free of light
metals)
Calibrate the hand refractometer with clean water at coolant temperature. The coolant temperature should
be 20 °C. Observe the specifications of the manufacturer.

Permissible concentrations, antifreeze on ethylene glycol basis


The concentration is determined using a suitable glycol refractometer and direct reading of the scale value in
% by vol.

Calibration table for antifreeze for special applications


Reading on hand refractometer at 20 °C (= degrees Brix)
Corresponds to a con-
I. Propylene glycol antifreeze II. BASF G206
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centration of
26.3 24.8 35% by volume
26.9 25.5 36% by volume
27.5 26.1 37% by volume
28.2 26.7 38% by volume
28.8 27.4 39% by volume
29.5 28.0 40% by volume
30.1 28.6 41% by volume

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Reading on hand refractometer at 20 °C (= degrees Brix)
Corresponds to a con-
I. Propylene glycol antifreeze II. BASF G206
centration of
30.8 29.2 42% by volume
31.3 29.8 43% by volume
31.9 30.4 44% by volume
32.5 30.9 45% by volume
33.1 31.5 46% by volume
33.7 32.1 47% by volume
34.2 32.6 48% by volume
34.8 33.2 49% by volume
35.3 33.8 50% by volume
34.4 51% by volume
34.9 52% by volume
35.5 53% by volume
36.1 54% by volume
36.7 55% by volume
37.2 56% by volume
37.8 57% by volume
38.3 58% by volume
38.9 59% by volume
39.4 60% by volume
39.9 61% by volume
40.5 62% by volume
41.0 63% by volume
41.5 64% by volume
42.0 65% by volume

Table 20: Calibration table for antifreeze for special applications

Limit values for coolants


pH value when using:
– Antifreeze Min. 7.5 Max. 9.0
– Coolant without antifreeze for engines containing light metal Min. 7.5 Max. 9.0
– Coolant without antifreeze for engines free of light metal Min. 7.5 Max. 11.0
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Silicon (valid for coolants containing Si) Min. 25 mg/l

Important
For a holistic appraisal of a coolant function, apart from the above-mentioned limit values the respective
coolant-specific characteristic data and the fresh water quality used must be taken into consideration.

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3.1.3 Coolant concentrates – Storage capability
The storage capability specifications refer to coolant concentrates in original, hermetically sealed packing
with storage temperatures up to max. 30 °C.
Follow manufacturer's instructions.
Limit val-
Coolant concentrate ue Brand name / Comments
Antifreeze Approx. 3 Observe manufacturer's specifications
years
Products containing propylene 3 years BASF G206
glycol
Coolant without antifreeze 6 months Nalco Trac 102
2 years Arteco Freecor NBI
Chevron Texcool A-200
Detroit Diesel Corp. Power Cool 2000
– Nalco Alfloc 2000
Nalco Nalcool 2000
Nalco Nalco 2000
Penray Pencool 2000
PrixMax RCP
3 years BASF Glysacorr G93 green
Drew Marine Drewgard XTA
Ginouves York 719
MTU Friedrichshafen Coolant C150
MTU America Power Cool® Plus 6000
Nalco Alfloc (Maxitreat) 3477
Valvoline ZEREX G-93
5 years Arteco Havoline Extended Life Corrosion Inhibitor XLI [EU
032765]
CCI Corporation A216
CCI Manufacturing IL A216
Chevron Texaco Extended Life Corrosion Inhibitor Nitrite
Free [US 236514]
Detroit Diesel Corp. Power Cool Plus 6000
ExxonMobil Mobil Delvac Extended Life Corrosion Inhibitor
Fleetguard DCA-4L
Old World Industries Final Charge Extended Life Corrosion
Inhibitor (A216)
Total WT Supra

Table 21: Coolant concentrates – Storage capability


Important information
• For reasons of corrosion protection, do not store in galvanized containers. Take this requirement into
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account when coolant must be transferred.


• Containers must be hermetically sealed and stored in a cool, dry place. Frost protection must be provid-
ed in winter.
• Further information can be obtained from the product and safety data sheets for the individual coolants.

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3.1.4 Color additives for detection of leaks in the coolant circuit
The following listed fluorescent dyes are approved as additives for coolant without antifreeze for the detec-
tion of leaks.
Manufacturer Product name Part No. Container size Storage stability)
Chromatech Inc. D11014 Chromatint X00066947 20 kg 2 years
Chromatech Europe Uranine Conc
B.V.

Table 22: Approved dye additives


1)
= based on original and hermetically sealed containers in frost-free storage (> 5 °C)

Application:
Approx. 40 g dye must be added to 180 l coolant.
This dye quantity is already very generous and must not be exceeded.

The fluorescence (yellow color tone) is easily recognizable in daylight. In dark rooms, UV light can be used
with a wave length of 365 nm.
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3.1.5 Cooling system damage – Prevention
• When topping up (following loss of coolant) it must be ensured that not only water but also concentrate is
added. The specified antifreeze and/or corrosion inhibitor concentration must be maintained.
• The corrosion inhibitor concentration must not exceed 50 % by volume Use antifreeze. Concentrations in
excess of this reduce antifreeze protection and heat dissipation. Only exception: BASF G206 (special ap-
plication)
• The coolant must not contain any oil or copper residue (in solid or dissolved form).
• The majority of corrosion inhibitors currently approved for internal coolant circuit preservation are water-
soluble and do not provide antifreeze protection. Make sure that the engine is stored safe from frost, be-
cause a certain amount of coolant remains in the engine after draining.
• A coolant circuit can not usually be drained completely, i.e. residual quantities of used coolant or fresh
water from a flushing procedure remain in the engine. These residual quantities can result in the dilution
of a coolant to be filled (mixed from a concentrate or use of a ready mixture). This dilution effect is higher
the more add-on components there are on the engine. Check the coolant concentration in the coolant
circuit and adapt it if necessary.
Important information
All coolants approved in these Fluids and Lubricants Specifications generally relate only to the coolant cir-
cuits of MTU engines. In the case of complete propulsion plants, the fluids and lubricants approvals of the
component manufacturer must be observed.

Important information
For corrosion-related reasons, it is not permissible to operate an engine with pure water without the addi-
tion of an approved corrosion inhibitor.

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3.1.6 Unsuitable materials in the coolant circuit
Components made of copper, zinc and brass materials
Unless various preconditions are observed, components made of copper, zinc and brass materials or with
galvanized surfaces in the coolant circuit (incl. supply and drain lines) can cause an electrochemical reaction
with base metals (e.g. with aluminum). As a result, components made of base metals are subject to corro-
sion or even corrosive pitting. The coolant circuit becomes leaky at these points.

Non-metallic materials
• Do not use EPDM or silicon elastomers if emulsifiable corrosion inhibitor oils are used or other oils are
introduced to the coolant circuit.

Coolant filter / filter downstream of plant components


• If such filters are used, only products that do not contain additives may be used.
Supplementary additives such as silicates, nitrites etc. can diminish the protective effect or service life of
a coolant and, possibly, attack the materials installed in the coolant circuit.

Information:
In case of doubt about the use of materials on the engine / add-on components in coolant circuits, consulta-
tion with the respective MTU specialist department must be held.
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3.1.7 Fresh water requirements – Series 4000
Only clean, clear water with values in accordance with those in the following table must be used for condi-
tioning the coolant with and without antifreeze. If the limit values for the water are exceeded, de-mineralized
water can be added to reduce the hardness or mineral content.
Parameter Minimum Maximum
Sum of alkaline earth met- 0 mmol/l 2.7 mmol/l
als *) 0°d 15°d
(Water hardness)
pH value at 20 °C 5.5 8.0
Chloride ions 100 mg/l
Sulphate ions 100 mg/l
Anions total 200 mg/l
Bacteria 103CFU (colony forming unit )/ml
Fungi, yeasts are not permitted

Table 23: Fresh water requirements, Series 4000


*) Common designations for water hardness in various countries:
1 mmol/l = 5.6°d = 100 mg/kg CaCO³
• 1°d = 17.9 mg/kg CaCO³, USA hardness
• 1°d = 1.79° French hardness
• 1°d = 1.25° English hardness

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3.1.8 Fresh water requirements – Series 400
Only clean, clear water with values in accordance with those in the following table must be used for prepar-
ing the coolant. If the limit values for the water are exceeded, de-mineralized water can be added to reduce
the hardness or mineral content.
General requirements Clear, colorless and free from
undissolved substances
pH value (25 °C) 7.4 to 8.5
Electric conductivity (25 °C) < 300 µS/cm
Sum total, alkaline earths 0.9 to 1.3 mmol/l
5 to 7 °dH
Chlorides < 80 mg/l
Sulfates < 70 mg/l
Iron < 0.2 mg/l
Bacteria < 103 CFU (colony forming unit )/ml
Fungi, yeasts are not permitted

Table 24: Fresh water requirements, Series 400


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3.2 Series 4000 gas engine – Marine application
3.2.1 Coolant – General information
Important
The coolant change depends on the operating time (hours/years) of the engine and on which operating
time is reached first.

Operating hours = preheating time + engine operating time


Important
All details are based on the coolant circuit on the engine side, no allowance is made for external add-on
components.

Important
In the case of an engine coolant circuit with no light metal elements but with add-on components contain-
ing light metal (e.g. external cooling system), the coolant approvals for cooling systems containing light
metal shall apply. If you have any doubts about a coolant application, consult your contact person.

Important
The use of products other than those listed will invalidate the warranty.

For details and special features, see “General” (→ Page 24) and “Unsuitable materials in the coolant circuit”
(→ Page 33).
Any deviant special agreements between the customer and MTU remain valid.

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3.2.2 Coolants without antifreeze – Concentrates for cooling systems free of light
metal
For details and special features, see chapter on “Coolants” (→ Page 24)

Coolants without antifreeze – concentrates


Manufacturer Brand name Inhibitors Operating time Comments /
Hour / Year Material number

Organic
Silicon

Molybdate
Nitrite
Phosphatized
MTU Friedrichshafen Coolant CS100 Corrosion X 6000 / 2 X00057233 (20 l)
GmbH Inhibitor Concentrate X00057232 (210 l)
X00070455 (1000 l)
Also available through MTU
Asia
MTU America Inc. Power Cool®Plus 6000 Con- X 6000 / 2 colored green
centrate 23533526 (1 gallon)
23533527 (5 gallons)
Available through MTU
America Inc.
Arteco NV Freecor NBI X 6000 / 2
Havoline Extended Life Cor- X 6000 / 2
rosion Inhibitor [EU Code
32765] (XLI)
BASF SE Glysacorr G93 green X 6000 / 2 X00054105 (barrel)
X00058062 (canister)
CCI Corporation A 216 X X 6000 / 2
CCI Manufacturing IL A 216 X X 6000 / 2 X00051509 (208 l)
Corporation
Chevron Corp. Texcool A – 200 X 6000 / 2
Chevron Lubricants Delo XLI Corrosion Inhibitor X 6000 / 2
- Concentrate
Detroit Diesel Corp. Power Cool Plus 2000 X X 6000 / 2
Power Cool Plus 6000 X X 6000 / 2 colored red
Drew Marine Drewgard XTA X 6000 / 2
ExxonMobil Mobil Delvac Extended Life X X 6000 / 2
Corrosion Inhibitor
Fleetguard DCA-4L X X X 2000 / 1
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ImproChem COOL-18 X X 6000 / 2


Nalco Alfloc (Maxitreat) 3477 X 6000 / 2
Alfloc 2000 X X 6000 / 2
Nalco 2000 X X 6000 / 2
Nalcool 2000 X X 6000 / 2
Trac 102 X X 6000 / 2
Old World Industries Inc. Final Charge Extended Life X X 6000 / 2
Corrosion Inhibitor (A 216)

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Manufacturer Brand name Inhibitors Operating time Comments /
Hour / Year Material number

Organic
Silicon
Nitrite
Phosphatized
Molybdate
Penray Pencool 2000 X X 6000 / 2
PrixMax Australia Pty. PrixMax RCP X 6000 / 2
Ltd.
Total Lubrifiants Total WT Supra X 6000 / 2
Valvoline Zerex G-93 X 6000 / 2
YORK SAS York 719 X 6000 / 2

Table 25:

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3.2.3 Coolant without antifreeze – Ready mixtures for cooling systems free of light
metal
For details and special features, see chapter on “Coolants” (→ Page 24)

Coolant without antifreeze, ready mixtures


Manufacturer Brand name Inhibitors Operating time Comments /
Hour / Year Material number

Organic
Silicon
Nitrite
Phosphatized
Molybdate
MTU Friedrichshafen Coolant CS 10/90 Corro- X 6000 / 2 X00069385 (20 l)
GmbH sion Inhibitor Premix X00069386 (210 l)
X00069387 (1000 l)
(Sales region: Italy)
Nalco Alfloc (Maxitreat) 3443 X 6000 / 2
(7 %)
PrixMax Australia Pty Ltd PrixMax RCP Premix X 6000 / 2

Table 26:
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3.2.4 Antifreeze – Concentrates for cooling systems free of light metal
For details and special features, see chapter "Coolants" (→ Page 24).
Important
Antifreezes may be used on ship engines only at seawater temperatures up to a maximum of 25 °C max.
This applies to all engines that are cooled by seawater.

Antifreeze, concentrates
Manufacturer Brand name Inhibitors Runtime Comments /
Hours / Years Material number

Organic
Silicon

Molybdate
Nitrite
Phosphate
MTU Friedrichshafen Coolant AH100 Antifreeze X X 9000 / 5 X00057231 (20 l)
GmbH Concentrate X00057230 (210 l)
X00068202 (1000 l)
also available through MTU
Asia
AVIA AG Antifreeze APN X X 9000 / 5
Antifreeze APN-S X 9000 / 3
BASF SE Glysantin G48 blue green X X 9000 / 5 X00058054 (25 l)
X00058053 (210 l)
Glysantin G30 pink X 9000 / 3 X00058072 (canister)
X00058071 (barrel)
BayWa AG Tectrol Coolprotect X X 9000 / 5
BP Lubricants ARAL Antifreeze Extra X X 9000 / 5
Bucher AG Langenthal Motorex Coolant G48 X X 9000 / 5
Castrol Castrol Radicool NF X X 9000 / 5
CCI Corporation L415 X X 9000 / 3
CCI Manufacturing IL C521 X X 9000 / 3
Corporation
Classic Schmierstoff Classic Kolda UE G48 X X 9000 / 5
GmbH + Co. KG
Comma Oil & Chemicals Comma Xstream ® G30® X 9000 / 3
Ltd. Antifreeze Coolant Concen-
trate
Comma Xstream ® G48® X X 9000 / 5
Antifreeze Coolant Concen-
trate
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Detroit Diesel Corp. Power Cool Plus Coolant X X 9000 / 3


ExxonMobil Mobil Delvac Extended Life X X 9000 / 3
Coolant
Mobil Antifreeze Advanced X 9000 / 3
Mobil Antifreeze Extra X X 9000 / 5
Esso Antifreeze Advanced X 9000 / 3
Esso Antifreeze Extra X X 9000 / 5

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Manufacturer Brand name Inhibitors Runtime Comments /
Hours / Years Material number

Organic
Silicon
Nitrite
Phosphate
Molybdate
Finke Mineralölwerk AVIATICON Finkofreeze F30 X 9000 / 3
GmbH AVIATICON Finkofreeze F48 X X 9000 / 5
Fuchs Petrolub SE Maintain Fricofin X X 9000 / 5
Maintain Fricofin G12 Plus X 9000 / 3 X00058074 (canister)
X00058073 (barrel)
Gaszpromneft Lubri- BELAZ G-Profi Antifreeze X 9000 / 3 X00058075 (barrel)
cants Ltd. Red
Kuttenkeuler Kuttenkeuler Antifreeze X X 9000 / 5
ANF KK48
Glyostar® ST48 X X 9000 / 5
INA Maziva Ltd. INA Antifriz Al Super X X 9000 / 5
Mitan Mineralöl GmbH Alpine C30 X 9000 / 3
Alpine C48 X X 9000 / 5
CAR1 Premium Longlife X X 9000 / 5
Kühlerschutz C48
MJL Bangladesh Limited Omera Premium Coolant X 9000 / 3
Lube Oil Blending Plant
East Patenga
Nalco Australia Nalcool NF 48 C X X 9000 / 5
Old World Industries Inc. Blue Mountain Heavy Duty X X 9000 / 3
Extended Life Coolant
Final Charge Global Extend- X X 9000 / 3
ed Life Coolant Antifreeze
OMV OMV Coolant Plus X X 9000 / 5
OMV Coolant SF X 9000 / 3
Panolin AG Panolin Anti-Frost MT-325 X X 9000 / 5
Raloy Lubricantes Antifreeze Long Life NF-300 X X 9000 / 5
Concentrate
SMB - Sotragal / Mont Antigel Power Cooling Con- X X 9000 / 5
Blanc centrate
Total Glacelf MDX X X 9000 / 5
Valvoline Zerex G-48 X X 9000 / 3
Zerex G-30 X 9000 / 5
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YORK SAS York 716 X X 9000 / 5


ZAO Obninskorgsintez Lukoil Antifreeze HD G12 K X 9000 / 3

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3.2.5 Antifreeze – Concentrates for special applications
For details and special features, see chapter on “Coolants” (→ Page 24)

Concentrates for special applications


Manufacturer Brand name Inhibitors Operating time Comments /
Hour / Year Material number

Organic
Silicon

Molybdate
Nitrite
Phosphatized
BASF SE G206 X X 9000 / 3 For use in arctic regions
(< -40 °C)

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3.2.6 Antifreeze – Ready mixtures for cooling systems free of light metals
Antifreeze, ready mixtures
For details and special features, see chapter "Coolants" (→ Page 24).
Manufacturer Brand name Inhibitors Runtime Comments /
Hours / Years Material number

Organic
Silicon

Molybdate
Nitrite
Phosphate
MTU Friedrichshafen Coolant AH 35/65 Anti- X X 9000 / 5 X00069382 (20 l)
GmbH freeze Premix X00069383 (210 l)
X00069384 (1000 l)
(sales region: Italy)
Coolant AH 40/60 Anti- X X 9000 / 5 X00070533 (20 l)
freeze Premix X00070531 (210 l)
X00070532 (1000 l)
(sales region: England,
Spain)
Coolant AH 50/50 Anti- X X 9000 / 5 X00070528 (20 l)
freeze Premix X00070530 (210 l)
X00070527 (1000 l)
(sales region: England)
Coolant RM 30 (40 %) X 9000 / 3 X00073922 (20 l)
X00073916 (205 l)
X00073923 (1000 l)
MTU America Inc. Power Cool ® Universal X X 9000 / 5 800085 (5 gallons)
35/65 mix 800086 (55 gallons)
Power Cool ® Universal X X 9000 / 5 800071 (5 gallons)
50/50 mix 800084 (55 gallons)
Bantleon Avilub Antifreeze Mix (50 %) X X 9000 / 5 X00049213 (210 l)
BayWa AG Tectrol Coolprotect Mix X 9000 / 3 Antifreeze protection up to
3000 -24 °C
Bucher AG Langenthal Motorex Coolant G48 ready X X 9000 / 5
to use (50/50)
Castrol Castrol Radicool NF Premix X X 9000 / 5
(45 %)
CCI Corporation L 415 (50 %) X X 9000 / 3
CCI Manufacturing IL C 521 (50 %) X X 9000 / 3
Corporation
Cepsa Comercial Petró- Xtar Super Coolant Hybrid X X 9000 / 5
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leo S.A.U NF 50 %
Detroit Diesel Corp. Power Cool Plus Prediluted X X 9000 / 3
Coolant (50/50)
ExxonMobil Mobil Delvac Extended Life X X 9000 / 3
Prediluted Coolant (50/50)
Finke Mineralölwerk AVIATICON Finkofreeze F30 X 9000 / 3
GmbH RM 40:60 +
AVIATICON Finkofreeze F48 X X 9000 / 5
RM 50:50

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Manufacturer Brand name Inhibitors Runtime Comments /
Hours / Years Material number

Organic
Silicon
Nitrite
Phosphate
Molybdate
Old World Industries Inc. Blue Mountain Heavy Duty X X 9000 / 3
Extended Life Prediluted
Coolant (50/50)
Final Charge Global Extend- X X 9000 / 3
ed Life Predilluted Cool-
ant / Antifreeze (50/50)
Raloy Lubricantes Antifreeze Long Life NF-300 X X 9000 / 5
Ready-to-Use (50/50)
SMB - Sotragal / Mont L.R.-30 Power Cooling X X 9000 / 5
Blanc (44 %)
L.R.-38 Power Cooling X X 9000 / 5
(52 %)
Total Coolelf MDX (-26 °C) X X 9000 / 5
Tosol-Sinzez Glysantin Alu Protect/G30 X 9000 / 3
Ready Mix
Glysantin Protect Plus/G48 X X 9000 / 5
Ready Mix
Valentin Energie GmbH Valentin Coolant Plus X 9000 / 3
-25 °C Ready
ZAO Obninskorgsintez Lukoil Antifreeze HD G12 X 9000 / 3
(50 %)

Table 29:

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3.3 Series 4000 gas engine – Generator application and engine-
generator set
3.3.1 Coolant – General information
Important
The coolant change depends on the operating time (hours/years) of the engine and on which operating
time is reached first.

Operating hours = preheating time + engine operating time


Important
All details are based on the coolant circuit on the engine side, no allowance is made for external add-on
components.

Important
In the case of an engine coolant circuit with no light metal elements but with add-on components contain-
ing light metal (e.g. external cooling system), the coolant approvals for cooling systems containing light
metal shall apply. If you have any doubts about a coolant application, consult your contact person.

Important
The use of products other than those listed will invalidate the warranty.

For details and special features, see “General” (→ Page 24) and “Unsuitable materials in the coolant circuit”
(→ Page 33).
Any deviant special agreements between the customer and MTU remain valid.
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3.3.2 Coolant without antifreeze – Concentrates for cooling systems containing light
metal
For details and special features, see chapter "Coolants" (→ Page 24).

Coolants without antifreeze – concentrates


Manufacturer Brand name Inhibitors Runtime Comments /
Hours / Years Material number

Organic
Silicon

Molybdate
Nitrite
Phosphate
MTU-Friedrichshafen Coolant CS100 Corrosion X 6000 / 2 X00057233 (20 l)
GmbH Inhibitor Concentrate X00057232 (210 l)
X00070455 (1000 l)
also available through MTU
Asia
MTU America Inc. Power Cool ® Plus 6000 X 6000 / 2 colored green
Concentrate 23533526 (1 gallon)
23533527 (5 gallons)
Available through MTU
America Inc.
Arteco NV Freecor NBI X 6000 / 2
BASF SE Glysacorr G93 green X 6000 / 2 X00054105 (barrel)
X00058062 (canister)
CCI Corporation A 216 X X 6000 / 2
CCI Manufacturing IL A 216 X X 6000 / 2 X00051509 (208 l)
Corporation
Chevron Corp. Texcool A - 200 X 6000 / 2
Detroit Diesel Corp. Power Cool Plus 6000 X X 6000 / 2 colored red
Drew Marine Drewgard XTA X 6000 / 2
ExxonMobil Mobil Delvac Extended Life X X 6000 / 2
Corrosion Inhibitor
Old World Industries Inc. Final Charge Extended Life X X 6000 / 2
Corrosion Inhibitor (A 216)
Valvoline Zerex G-93 X 6000 / 2
YORK SAS York 719 X 6000 / 2

Table 30:
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3.3.3 Coolant without antifreeze – Ready mixtures for cooling systems containing
light metal
For details and special features, see chapter "Coolants" (→ Page 24).

Coolant without antifreeze, ready mixtures


Manufacturer Brand name Inhibitors Runtime Comments /
Hours / Years Material number

Organic
Silicon

Molybdate
Nitrite
Phosphate
MTU Friedrichshafen Coolant CS10/90 Corrosion X 6000 / 2 X00069385 (20 l)
GmbH Inhibitor Premix X00069386 (210 l)
X00069387 (1000 l)
(sales region: Italy)

Table 31:
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3.3.4 Antifreeze – Concentrates for cooling systems containing light metal
For details and special features, see chapter "Coolants" (→ Page 24).

Antifreeze, concentrates
Manufacturer Brand name Inhibitors Runtime Comments /
Hours / Years Material number

Organic
Silicon

Molybdate
Nitrite
Phosphate
MTU Friedrichshafen Coolant AH100 Antifreeze X X 9000 / 5 X00057231 (20 l)
GmbH Concentrate X00057230 (210 l)
X00068202 (1000 l)
also available through MTU
Asia
AVIA AG Antifreeze APN X X 9000 / 5
Antifreeze APN-S X 9000 / 3
BASF SE Glysantin G05 X X 9000 / 5
Glysantin G48 blue green X X 9000 / 5 X00058054 (25 l)
X00058053 (210 l)
Glysantin G30 pink X 9000 / 3 X00058072 (canister)
X00058071 (barrel)
Glysantin G40 pink (Konzen- X X 9000 / 3 X00066724 (20 l)
trat) X00066725 (210 l)
Application concentration
40 to 50 % by volume
BayWa AG Tectrol Coolprotect X X 9000 / 5
BP Lubricants ARAL Antifreeze Extra X X 9000 / 5
Bucher AG Langenthal Motorex Coolant G48 X X 9000 / 5
Motorex Coolant M 4,0 X X 9000 / 3 Application concentration
Concentrate 40 to 50 % by volume
Castrol Castrol Radicool NF X X 9000 / 5
CCI Corporation L415 X X 9000 / 3
CCI Manufacturing IL C521 X X 9000 / 3
Corporation
Clariant Genantin Super X X 9000 / 3
Classic Schmierstoff Classic Kolda UE G48 X X 9000 / 5
GmbH + Co. KG
Comma Oil & Chemicals Comma Xstream ® G30® X 9000 / 3
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Ltd. Antifreeze Coolant Concen-


trate
Comma Xstream ® G48® X X 9000 / 5
Antifreeze Coolant Concen-
trate
Detroit Diesel Corp. Power Cool Antifreeze X X 9000 / 3
Power Cool Plus Coolant X X 9000 / 3
Power Cool Diesel Engine X X 9000 / 3
Coolant

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Manufacturer Brand name Inhibitors Runtime Comments /
Hours / Years Material number

Organic
Silicon

Molybdate
Nitrite
Phosphate
ExxonMobil Mobil Delvac Extended Life X X 9000 / 3
Coolant
Mobil Antifreeze Advanced X 9000 / 3
Mobil Antifreeze Extra X X 9000 / 5
Mobil Antifreeze Special X X 9000 / 5
Mobil Heavy Duty Coolant X X 9000 / 3
Mobil Mining Coolant X X 9000 / 3
Esso Antifreeze Advanced X 9000 / 3
Esso Antifreeze Extra X X 9000 / 5
Finke Mineralölwerke AVIATICON Fincofreeze F30 X 9000 / 3
GmbH AVIATICON Fincofreeze F40 X X 9000 / 3
AVIATICON Fincofreeze F48 X X 9000 / 5
Fuchs Petrolub SE Maintain Fricofin X X 9000 / 5
Maintain Fricofin G12 Plus X 9000 / 3 X00058074 (canister)
X00058073 (barrel)
Gazpromneft Lubricants Belaz G-Profi Antifreeze Red X 9000 / 3
Ltd.
Krafft S.L.U Refrigerante ACU 2300 X X 9000 / 3 X00058075 (barrel)
Kuttenkeuler Kuttenkeuler Antifreeze X X 9000 / 5
ANF KK48
Glyostar® ST48 X X 9000 / 5
INA Maziva Ltd. INA Antifriz Al Super X X 9000 / 5
Mitan Mineralöl GmbH Alpine C30 X 9000 / 3
Alpine C48 X X 9000 / 5
CAR1 Premium Longlife X X 9000 / 5
Kühlerschutz C48
MJL Bangladesh Limited Omera Premium Coolant X 9000 / 3
Lube Oil Blending Plant
East Patenga
Nalco Nalcool 5990 X X 9000 / 3
Nalco Australia Nalcool NF 48 C X X 9000 / 5
Old World Industries Inc. Blue Mountain Heavy Duty X X 9000 / 3
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Extended Life Coolant


Fleetcharge SCA Pre- X X 9000 / 3
charged Coolant/ Anti-
freeze
Final Charge Global Extend- X X 9000 / 3
ed Life Coolant Antifreeze
OMV OMV Coolant Plus X X 9000 / 5
OMV Coolant SF X 9000 / 3
Panolin AG Panolin Anti-Frost MT-325 X X 9000 / 5

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Manufacturer Brand name Inhibitors Runtime Comments /
Hours / Years Material number

Organic
Silicon

Molybdate
Nitrite
Phosphate
Penske Power Systems Power Cool - HB500 Cool- X X 9000 / 3
ant Concentrate
Raloy Lubricantes Antifreeze Long Life NF-300 X X 9000 / 3
Concentrate
Recochem Inc. R542 X X 9000 / 3
SMB - Sotragal / Mont Antigel Power Cooling Con- X X 9000 / 5
Blanc centrate
Total Glacelf MDX X X 9000 / 5
Valvoline Zerex G-05 X X 9000 / 5
Zerex G-48 X X 9000 / 3
Zerex G-30 X 9000 / 5
Zerex G-40 X X 9000 / 3 Application concentration
40 to 50 % by volume
Part number: 800 180
YORK SAS York 716 X X 9000 / 5
ZAO Obninskorgsintez Lukoil Antifreeze HD G12 K X 9000 / 3

Table 32:

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3.3.5 Antifreeze – Concentrates for special applications
For details and special features, see chapter on “Coolants” (→ Page 24)

Concentrates for special applications


Manufacturer Brand name Inhibitors Operating time Comments /
Hour / Year Material number

Organic
Silicon

Molybdate
Nitrite
Phosphatized
BASF SE G206 X X 9000 / 3 For use in arctic regions
(< -40 °C)

Table 33:
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3.3.6 Antifreeze – Ready mixtures for cooling systems containing light metals
For details and special features, see chapter "Coolants" (→ Page 24).

Antifreeze, ready mixtures


Manufacturer Brand name Inhibitors Runtime Comments /
Hours / Years Material number

Organic
Silicon

Molybdate
Nitrite
Phosphate
MTU Friedrichshafen Coolant AH 35/65 Anti- X X 9000 / 5 X00069382 (20 l)
GmbH freeze Premix X00069383 (210 l)
X00069384 (1000 l)
(sales region: Italy)
Coolant AH 40/60 Anti- X X 9000 / 5 X00070533 (20 l)
freeze Premix X00070531 (210 l)
X00070532 (1000 l)
(sales region: England,
Spain)
Coolant AH 50/50 Anti- X X 9000 / 5 X00070528 (20 l)
freeze Premix X00070530 (210 l)
X00070527 (1000 l)
(sales region: England)
Coolant RM30 (40%) X 9000 / 3 X00073922 (20 l)
X00073916 (205 l)
X00073923 (1000 l)
MTU America Inc. Power Cool ® Universal X X 9000 / 5 800085 (5 gallons)
35/65 mix 800086 (55 gallons)
Power Cool ® Universal X X 9000 / 5 800071 (5 gallons)
50/50 mix 800084 (55 gallons)
Power Cool ® Off-Highway X X 9000 / 5 23533531 (5 gallons)
Coolant 50/50 Premix 23533532 (55 gallons)
Bantleon Avilub Antifreeze Mix (50 %) X X 9000 / 5 X00049213 (210 l)
BayWa AG Tectrol Coolprotect Mix X 9000 / 3 Antifreeze protection up to
3000 -24 °C
Bucher AG Langenthal Motorex Coolant G48 ready X X 9000 / 5
to use (50/50)
Motorex Coolant M 4,0 X X 9000 / 3 Antifreeze protection up to
ready to use -38 °C
Castrol Castrol Radicool NF Premix X X 9000 / 5
(45 %)
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CCI Corporation L 415 (50 %) X X 9000 / 3


CCI Manufacturing IL C 521 (50 %) X X 9000 / 3
Corporation
Cespa Comercial Petró- Xtar Super Coolant Hybrid X X 9000 / 5
leo S.A.U. NF 50%

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Manufacturer Brand name Inhibitors Runtime Comments /
Hours / Years Material number

Organic
Silicon

Molybdate
Nitrite
Phosphate
Detroit Diesel Corp. Power Cool Plus Prediluted X X 9000 / 3
Coolant (50/50)
Power Cool Prediluted X X 9000 / 3
(50/50) Diesel Engine Cool-
ant
ExxonMobil Mobil Delvac Extended Life X X 9000 / 3
Prediluted Coolant (50/50)
Finke Mineralölwerk AVIATICON Finkofreeze F30 X 9000 / 3
GmbH RM 40:60 +
AVIATICON Finkofreeze F48 X X 9000 / 5
RM 50:50
Old World Industries Inc. Blue Mountain Heavy Duty X X 9000 / 3
Extended Life Prediluted
Coolant (50/50)
Final Charge Global Extend- X X 9000 / 3
ed Life Predilluted Cool-
ant / Antifreeze (50/50)
Fleet Charge SCA Pre- X X 9000 / 3
charged 50/50 Prediluted
Coolant
Penske Power Systems Power Cool - HB500 Premix X X 9000 / 3
50/50
Raloy Lubricantes Antifreeze Long Life NF-300 X X 9000 / 5
Ready-to-Use (50/50)
SMB - Sotragal / Mont L.R.-30 Power Cooling X X 9000 / 5
Blanc (44 %)
L.R.-38 Power Cooling X X 9000 / 5
(52 %)
Tosol-Sintez Glysantin Alu Protect/G30 X 9000 / 3
Ready Mix
Glysantin Protect Plus/G48 X X 9000 / 5
Ready Mix
Total Coolelf MDX (-26 °C) X X 9000 / 5
Valentin Energie GmbH Valentin Coolant Plus X 9000 / 3
-25 °C Ready
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Valvoline Zerex G-05 50/50 Mix X X 9000 / 5


ZAO Obninskorgsintez Lukoil Antifreeze HD G12 X 9000 / 3
(50 %)

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3.4 Series 400 gas engine – Engine-generator set
3.4.1 Approved coolants
Important
The use of products other than those listed will invalidate the warranty.

Antifreeze, ready mixtures (silicate-free)


Manufacturer / supplier Designation
MTU Friedrichshafen GmbH Coolant RM 30*
BayWa AG Tectrol Coolprotect MIX3000*
Montana Kühlerfrostschutz BHKW -25°*
Valentin Energie GmbH Coolant Plus -25° Ready*
* Extended change interval possible
Table 35:

Antifreeze, concentrates
Manufacturer / supplier Designation
BASF Glysantin G30
Aral Antifreeze Silikatfrei

Table 36:

Information on warranty
It is strongly recommended to use ready mixed antifreezes for the engine cooling circuit.
If these ready mixtures are used, the following requirements will be met:
• The ratio of water to antifreeze is set correctly
• The used (fresh) water complies with the specifications set out in “Requirements of engine coolant”.
The service lives of components will be shortened if the water used does not comply with the specifications.
In such a case, there is a risk of deposits forming for many components, which can lead to a reduction in
heat transfer and hence a reduction in functionality (heat exchanger) or to overheating of the components.
Observe the following with "self-mixing" of coolant:
• Only use the approved silicate-free antifreezes with the specified ratio to water
• A form must be signed confirming that the water used fulfills the requirements set out in the Fluids and
Lubricants Specifications.
Check the concentration at regular intervals in accordance with the maintenance schedule. The coolant
should be checked once a year or each time it is added, whichever comes first. Due to aging, the coolant
filling must be replaced after 25,000 operating hours or after 3 years at the latest.
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4 Fuels
4.1 General Information
4.1.1 Fuels – Usage
Important information
The specified limit values for moisture in the fuel must be observed because otherwise the warranty shall
become void.

Important information
The fuel must not contain any corrosive compounds (e.g. siloxanes, phosphor, arsenic, heavy metal, sulfur,
ammonia, chlorine, fluorine, bromide and iodine compounds).
The specified limit values must be observed because otherwise the warranty shall become void.

Gas engines must only be operated with the gases approved for the respective gas engine type.
For operation with natural gas from the public grid, the following must be confirmed by the responsible gas
utility company prior to commissioning of the engine at the latest:
• Whether the minimum methane number and calorific value range specified on the respective data sheet
are observed
• Whether butane or a propane-air mixture are added at times
• Whether biogas feeding into the natural gas grid is also possible (coordinate through factory request). A
gas analysis must be available.

The usage options of the approved gas types must be checked by gas analysis at least twice a year. The
following changes can thus be detected and measures initiated:
• Gas composition
• Harmful elements in the gas
In the entire application and operating range of the engine, the use of fuels is restricted to purely gaseous
fuels. Liquid fuels are not permitted.
The fuel must be technically free of mist, dust and liquid. Condensation in the gas system must be prevented
by suitable measures (dehumidification, protection against cooling down, heating, etc.). Corrosive constitu-
ents may only be present in the concentrations set out below (→ Page 56).
If the quality of the raw gas exceeds the sulfur limit values, a gas desulferization system that is designed for
the quality of the gas must be installed.
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4.1.2 Main constituents of natural gas and fuel gases of biogenic origin
Generally applicable limits for the main constituents of natural gas and fuel
gases of biogenic origin
Components that may be used for gas engines are listed in the following tables:
• Generally applicable limits for the main constituents of natural gas (→ Table 37)
• Generally applicable limits for the main constituents of fuel gases of biogenic origin (→ Table 38)

Main constituents of natural gas


Component Unit Value range (maximum
value)
CH4 % by vol. 80 to 100
C2H6 (or sum of C2Hx) % by vol. < 12
C3H8 (or sum of C3Hx) % by vol. <9
C4H10 (or sum of C4Hx) % by vol. <2
C5H12 % by vol. <0.3
Hydrocarbons C5+ % by vol. < 0.1
CO2 % by vol. < 10
N2 % by vol. < 15
Sum of CO2 + N2 % by vol. < 15
O2 % by vol. <3
H2 % by vol. <2
CO % by vol. < 0.2

Table 37:
The above-listed components apply to natural gas compositions. Components other than those listed above
(as well as trace elements) are not usual for natural gas compositions.
If the components of the natural gas exceed the listed maximum values, consultation must be made with
MTU before using this natural gas.

Main components of fuel gases of biogenic origin, mainly from fermentation


processes (values are specified air-free)
Component Unit Value range (maximum
value)
CH4 % by vol. 40 to 85
CO2 % by vol. 20 to 55
N2 % by vol. < 10
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O2 % by vol. <3
H2 % by vol. <2
CO % by vol. < 0.2

Table 38:
The above-listed components apply to fuel gases of biogenic origin. Components other than those listed
above (as well as trace elements) are not usual for such gas fuels.
If the components of the fuel gas exceed the listed maximum values, consultation must be made with MTU
before using this biogas.

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4.1.3 Liquid Natural Gas (LNG)
Notes on Liquid Natural Gas (LNG)
Note that the LNG Bunker Delivery Note in the IGF Code specifies component fractions as mass percent. The
representation deviates significantly from other common representations in Mol or volume percent.
LNG tanks may only be filled with LNG to 90% of their overall volume. Any additional heat in the tank causes
small amounts of liquid gas to vaporize and accumulate as gas in the “boil-off” phase. The composition of
this boil-off gas depends on the composition of the liquid phase. The N2 component in the boil-off phase may
by 20x greater than the nitrogen content in the liquid phase. In general, boil-off gas can contain 20 % by
volume nitrogen and 80 % by volume methane as well as traces of ethane.
LNG as per EN1160 has a lower methane limit mass fraction of 75% and an upper nitrogen limit mass frac-
tion of 5%.
The use of LNG with a nitrogen content of <1 m/m% is recommended to avoid rollover effects.
The term “rollover” is used to describe vaporization and the subsequent increase in pressure this entails as a
result of stratification and the rapid mixing of superheated liquid from the lower layer with the upper layer
under the hydrostatic head exerted by the latter.
LNG contains no significant, or only traces of CO2, as CO2 solidifies at temperatures below -56 °C and the
pressures around 5.2 bar which generally prevail in such tanks. CO2 sublimates at -78.5 °C under normal
pressure conditions.
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4.1.4 Silicon and sulfur compounds in the fuel gas
Silicon compounds in the gas lead to deposits and promote wear. Even catalytic converters are deactivated
by these compounds. Damage caused by silicon and sulfur compounds is not covered by the warranty.
For determination of the Si concentration in the lube oil and its limit value, refer to chapter Lubricants
(→ Page 10).

Determination of silicon concentration and sulfur content in the fuel gas from gas
analysis
To determine the silicon or sulfur concentration, the measured concentrations or the sulfur content of the
individual compounds are multiplied by the Si or S mass fractions.
The result is based on the calorific value of the fuel gas and standardized at 10 kWh energy content (equals
1 m3 NTP. CH4).

Measured silicon share from the gas analysis (or sulfur concentration)
Concentration of silicon in sewage gas K Si 5.1 mg/m3 NTP
CH4 content of the sewage gas K CH4 65% by volume
Calorific value – sewage gas Hin 6.5 kWh/m3 NTP

Example: Calculated concentration of silicon limited to Hin = 10 kWh/m3NPT


Hin measured
KSi 10 (kW/m3i.N) = KSi measured x =
10 (kWh/m3NTP)

5.1 (mg Si/m3 6.5


x = 3.3 (mg Si/m3 NPT)
NTP) 10

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4.2 Series 4000 gas engine – Marine application
4.2.1 General
Important information
There is no warranty in case of impairments and / or damages (corrosion, contamination, etc.) that are
caused by gases or substances whose existence was not known or agreed upon at the time of signing the
contract.
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4.2.2 Requirements for fuel gas
Requirements and boundary conditions for MTU gas engines in marine
applications
Designation Unit Limit value Note
Type of gas Natural gas Applies to natural gas H, other gases
are currently not approved.
Methane number -- ≥70 Adjustments may prove necessary
depending on model type, power and
fuel consumption.
Observe the Operating Instructions
(Technical data).
Consult with the manufacturer before
operating with lower values as a gas
analysis is required in such case.
Knock monitoring reduces engine
power.
Methane number calculated in ac-
cordance with DIN EN 16726.
Calorific value Hi,n kWh/m3 n 9.2 <Hi,n < 11.5 Consult the manufacturer before op-
erating with lower or higher limit val-
ues.
Wobbe index WI kWh/m3 n 11.77 <WI i,n <14.18 The Wobbe index is related to the cal-
i,n1), 2) orific value.
The Wobbe index values must be re-
spected.
Admissible rate of kWh/m3 n/min 0.067 Constant linear change necessary
calorific value with a frequency of 1/h
change1)
Gas density2) kg/m3n 0.73 to 0.84 The gas density can vary according to
the composition; for a specific gas
type it is constant.
When using gas from different gas
supply areas, the density may vary.
Minimum gas pres- bar(g) 0.5 Relevant for idle and low-load opera-
sure upstream of tion.
gas regulation unit Consult the specifications for the gas
train of the relevant project / engine
type.
Permissible range bar(g)<supscrpt /> 6.0...10.0 Consult the specifications for the gas
for gas pressure train of the relevant project / engine
before the gas train type.
for full engine pow-
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er and acceleration
capacity.
Gas pressure devi- bar ±0.5 The setting value for gas pressure up-
ation from setpoint stream of the gas train must not be
undershot.
Permissible change bar/s 0.3 Constant change rate for transient
speed of gas pres- and steady state engine condition.
sure upstream of
gas train

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Designation Unit Limit value Note
Gas temperature °C 10…40 Condensation of water vapor at
<10 °C, thermal aging of NBR materi-
als (seals, diaphragms) and impact of
higher temperatures on elasticity.
Minimum temperatures also apply to
the starting sequence. Consult the
specifications for the gas train of the
relevant project / engine type. Con-
sult the manufacturer before operat-
ing with lower or higher tempera-
tures.
Admissible rate of K/min 10
gas temperature
change
Water: °C 0 At operating pressure.
dew point No water vapor condensation in pres-
sure and temperature range.
Gas must be dried if values are high-
er.
Value valid for whole gas temperature
range.
Oil vapors (HC with mg/m3 n <10 No condensation in lines carrying fuel
carbon number >5) gas and fuel gas-air mixture.
No formation of condensable oil
mists.
HC solvent vapors mg/m3 n 0 Analysis and consultation with manu-
facturer is required
Organically-bound mg/m3 n CH4 < 1.0 Analysis and consultation with manu-
silicon (e.g. hydro- facturer is required
silicons, siloxanes,
silicons)
Inorganically-bound mg/m3 n <5 With Si >5 mg/m3N based on 100%
silicon CH4 fuel gas content, wear products
must be taken into consideration dur-
ing the oil analysis.
Dust 3 – 10 µm mg/m3 n <5 DVGW worksheet G260
Dust <3 µm mg/m3 n Analysis Analysis required
Hydrogen sulphide mg/kg 7 DIN 51624
Total sulfur mg/kg 10 DIN 51624
Chlorine mg/m 3
n 10 3) Consult the manufacturer in case of
higher values and an analysis is re-
quired
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Fluorine mg/m3 n 53) Consult the manufacturer in case of


higher values and an analysis is re-
quired

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Designation Unit Limit value Note
Chlorine + fluorine mg/m 3
n 10 3) Consult the manufacturer in case of
higher values and an analysis is re-
quired
NH3 ppm 703) Consult the manufacturer in case of
higher values and an analysis is re-
quired

Table 39:
1) = Calorific value
The amount of heat which would be released by complete combustion of a given amount of gas in air,
whereby the pressure p at which the reaction takes place remains constant and all combustion prod-
ucts return to the same temperature t as that of the reactants. All these combustion products are in
gaseous form.
The standard enthalpy of calorific value and Wobbe index specified here are referenced to a tempera-
ture of 25 °C. Please note that reference temperatures of 15 °C are commonly used in US publica-
tions.
Base conversion to other reference temperatures on EN ISO 6976 or EN ISO 14912.
2) = Volumetric quantities are based on the standard state specified in DIN 1343. The standard state is
the reference state defined by standard temperature Tn = 273.15 K or tn = 0 °C and standard pres-
sure pn = 101325 or Pa = 1.01325 bar.
Please note that the standard enthalpy references for heating and calorific values and Wobbe index
are based on 15 °C in US publications and more recent standards such as DIN EN 16726, and that
volumetric quantities are defined by the standard temperature T0 = 288.15 K or t0 = 15 °C and stand-
ard pressure pn = 101325 or Pa = 1.01325 bar.
3) = A non-binding guideline when using oxidation catalysts. Confer with the MTU as an analysis is re-
quired.
The limit values are based on a calorific value of 10 kWh/m3n . This corresponds to a reference to
fuels with 100 % by vol. methane, or the existence of other combustible components in the fuel with
the same energy equivalent and the same input of hazardous materials.

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4.2.3 Specifications for the medium in the gas piping enclosure for marine
applications
General
IGF 5.5.2 stipulates that all piping bearing fuel gas routed in engine rooms complying with the “safe machi-
nery concept” shall feature a double-wall or jacketed design. This enclosure surrounding the fuel piping shall
facilitate the detection of leaking fuel gas by means of a suitable medium and appropriate measuring tech-
nology. The IGF code basically envisages two ways of accomplishing this:
1. Purging/ventilating the enclosure with air
2. Pressurizing the enclosure surrounding the fuel pipe with an inert gas at a higher pressure than that of
the fuel gas.
The gas system of the MTU marine engine is designed for operation in either of these scenarios. The gas
train itself can only be used in conjunction with the air purging concept. The media in the enclosure sur-
rounding the gas piping are specified as follows:

1. Air purging concept


Designation Unit Limit value Comment
Medium type Air Intake from outside the vessel via a
separate air tract
Medium tempera- °C 0-50
ture at engine inlet
Humidity (abs) gwater/kgdry air 37.7
Saline content in ppm 50
intake air
Volumetric flow m3/h 11.5 - 30 The lower limit value is based on the
max. volume including gas train and
supply pipework. The lower limit val-
ue ensures the minimum air change
rate per hour. The upper limit value
should not be exceeded to avoid ex-
cessive pressure loss.

Table 40:

2. Pressurized inert gas concept


Designation Unit Limit value Comment
Medium type Nitrogen Nitrogen from a generator or cylin-
ders
Medium tempera- °C 0-80
ture at engine inlet
Water content vol‰ ≤50 Nitrogen value 2.8
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Nitrogen purity vol% ≥99.8 Nitrogen value 2.8


Oxygen content vol‰ ≤100 Nitrogen value 2.8
Medium pressure bar (abs) <11
range

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Designation Unit Limit value Comment
Enclosure volume m 3
N 0.079 - 0.095
on engine (excl.
gas train) (jacket-
ing)
Leakage gnitrogen/h 1 - 1.5 Facilitates specification of refilling
volume/intervals

Table 41:
Detailed information on integration in the gas system and design concepts for monitoring and arranging the
various components are provided in the Safety Concept, schematic drawings and installation specifications.

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4.3 Series 4000 gas engine – Generator application and engine-
generator set
4.3.1 General
Important information
There is no warranty in case of impairments and / or damages (corrosion, contamination, etc.) that are
caused by gases or substances whose existence was not known or agreed upon at the time of signing the
contract.
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4.3.2 Natural gas – Requirements of the fuel gas
Requirements for fuel gas
Designation Unit Limit value Note
Type of gas Natural gas Applies to natural gas H, L and pre-
mining coal bed methane.
Other gases are currently not ap-
proved.
Methane number -/min. 5 Linear constant change with a fre-
change quency of max. 1/h
Calorific value Hi,n kWh/m³ NTP 8.0 < Hi,n < 11.0 Consultation with manufacturer re-
quired in case of lower and higher
values
Calorific value devi- % ± 5** Consultation with manufacturer re-
ation from the set- quired for higher values
ting value
Admissible change %/min. 1.0 Linear constant change necessary
rate of calorific val- with a frequency of maximum 1/h
ue in relation to set
value
Density of gas kg/m³ NTP 0.73 to 0.84 The density of the gas can fluctuate
in accordance with the composition;
it is constant for a certain type of
gas.
When using gas from different gas
supply areas, the density may vary.
When changing to a different gas sup-
plier it may be necessary to adjust
the mixture control.
Gas pressure devi- % ±5
ation from the set-
ting value
Admissible gas mbar/min. 1 Constant change required
pressure change
rate
* = For engines with exhaust aftertreatment and/or exhaust gas heat recovery, lower limit values
may apply. When using oxidizing catalytic converters; analysis and consultation with MTU are re-
quired.
** = For the optional operating mode "Energy balancing mode with quick-start feature 120 seconds*,
a limit value of ± 3 % from the setting applies.
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Designation Unit Limit value Note
Gas temperature °C If there is a danger of undershooting
Natural gas from 5 < T < 45 the dew point, the gas temperature
the public gas sup- must be increased.
ply grid In case of deviating temperatures,
there is a danger of thermal aging of
NBR materials (seals, diaphragms)
and impact on elasticity.
Certain pressure and calorific value
combinations may restrict the tem-
Natural gas from 15 < T < 45 perature range. This can be compen-
LNG evaporator sated by pressure adjustment to
plants guarantee operation at rated load
over the complete temperature
range.
On plants with LNG operation, the
permissible temperature range must
be coordinated project-specifically.
The gas evaporation system design
must be analyzed on the part of MTU
for this purpose.
Gas temperature °C ±9
deviation from the
setting value
Admissible rate of K/min. 0.3
gas temperature
change
Relative moisture % < 80 In the entire gas and mixture system
in gas in the per- no condensation is permitted.
missible tempera- No water vapor condensation in pres-
ture and pressure sure and temperature range.
range No condensation permitted in lines
Max. moisture in g/kg < 20 and containers carrying fuel gas and
gas, absolute fuel gas-air mixtures.
Oils / oil fumes mg/m³ NTP < 0.4 No condensation in lines carrying fuel
(HC with carbon gas and fuel gas-air mixture, nor for-
number >8) mation of condensible oil mists
Long-chain hydro- mewl % No information Consultation with MTU necessary
carbons (C6 - Cn)
HC solvent vapors mg/m³ NTP 0 Consultation with manufacturer and
analysis necessary
Organically bound mg/m³ NTP < 1.0
silicon
Inorganically bound mg/m³ NTP <6 At Si > 5 mg/m³ NTP relative to
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silicon 100 % CH4 fuel gas content, wear prod-


ucts are to be taken note of in the oil
analysis
* = For engines with exhaust aftertreatment and/or exhaust gas heat recovery, lower limit values
may apply. When using oxidizing catalytic converters; analysis and consultation with MTU are re-
quired.
** = For the optional operating mode "Energy balancing mode with quick-start feature 120 seconds*,
a limit value of ± 3 % from the setting applies.

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Designation Unit Limit value Note
Dust 3 to 10 µm mg/m³ NTP 5 DVGW worksheet G260
Dust must be removed in such a
manner that trouble-free operation of
standard-conformant, or standard de-
sign gas devices and gas equipment,
is ensured.
Dust< 3 µm mg/m³ NTP Technically free Dust < 3 µm must be evaluated
through a technical analysis, if neces-
sary appropriate special filters must
be used.
Total sulfur mg/m³ NTP 30 DVGW worksheet G260
Mercaptan sulfur mg/m³ NTP 6 DVGW worksheet G260
Hydrogen sulphide mg/m³ NTP 5 DVGW worksheet G260
H2S
Chlorine mg/m³ NTP 10* Consult the manufacturer in case of
higher values as analysis is necessary
Fluorine mg/m³ NTP 5* Consult the manufacturer in case of
higher values as analysis is necessary
Chlorine + fluorine mg/m³ NTP 10* Consult the manufacturer in case of
higher values as analysis is necessary
NH3 ppm 70* Consult the manufacturer in case of
higher values as analysis is necessary
* = For engines with exhaust aftertreatment and/or exhaust gas heat recovery, lower limit values
may apply. When using oxidizing catalytic converters; analysis and consultation with MTU are re-
quired.
** = For the optional operating mode "Energy balancing mode with quick-start feature 120 seconds*,
a limit value of ± 3 % from the setting applies.
Table 42: Requirements and site conditions for natural gas fuel and the corresponding fuel supply
All listed limit values for pollutants (in ppm and mg/m3) are based on a calorific value of 10 kWh/m3 NTP.
This corresponds to a reference to fuels with 100 % by vol. methane, or the existence of other combustible
components in the fuel with the same energy equivalent and the same input of hazardous materials.
Example:
• Russian natural gas with a calorific value of 10 kWh/m3 NTP is used. The permissible value for total sulfur
in the gas thus corresponds exactly to the limit value specified in the table.
• When using a gas (e.g. East Hanover) with Hi,n = 8.15 kWh/m3 NPT, the permissible maximum value for
the total sulfur is calculated as follows:
Permissible total sulfur content = 30 mg/m³ NPT · (8.15 kWh/m3NPT : 10.0 kWh/m3 NPT) = 24.5 mg/
m³ NPT
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4.3.3 Biogas – Requirements for fuel gas
Biogas fuel requirements
Designation Unit Limit value Note
Type of gas Biogenic gases from
fermentation proc-
esses
Methane number -- ≥ 115 If undershot, danger of combustion knock.
Gas analysis and consultation with the fac-
tory required
Calorific value Hi,n kWh/m3 NTP 4.5 < Hi,n < 8.0 Consultation with manufacturer required in
case of lower and higher values
Calorific value devia- % ± 20 Consultation with manufacturer required for
tion from the setting higher values
value
Maximum rate of %/min. 1 <1/ h is permissible
change in the calorif- in normal operation
ic value in relation to
the setting value in
operation
Fast change in calo- %/min. <10.0 with a frequency of <1/ h is permissible
rific value during
starting and start-up
processes
Density of gas kg/m3 NTP 0.93 to 1.40 The gas density can fluctuate according to
the composition.
If there are changes to the main substrate
and/or significant changes in the mixing ra-
tio of the substrates, a gas analysis or, if
necessary, an adaptation of the mixture
control is required.
Gas pressure fluctua- % ± 10 This applies to the gas inlet at the gas con-
tion in relation to trol valve on the engine side
setting value
Admissible gas pres- mbar/min. 1 This applies to the gas inlet at the gas con-
sure change rate trol valve on the engine side
Gas temperature °C 5 < t < 45 Phase transitions in the fuel gas-air mixture
during engine operation are not permissible.
If there is a danger of undershooting the
dew point, the gas temperature must be in-
creased.
If there are deviating temperatures, there is
danger of thermal aging of NBR materials
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(seals, diaphragms) and the effects of


changes in elasticity at higher tempera-
tures.
The limit values apply to the gas inlet at the
gas control valve on the engine side
* = These values are recommended values for series 4000 engines, for gensets with exhaust after-
treatment, lower limit values can apply.
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Designation Unit Limit value Note
Gas temperature de- °C ± 15 This applies to the gas inlet at the gas con-
viation from the set- trol valve on the engine side
ting value
Permissible change K/min. 0.3 This applies to the gas inlet at the gas con-
speed of trol valve on the engine side
Gas temperature
Relative gas humidity % < 80 In the entire gas and mixture system no
in the permissible condensation is permitted
temperature and No water vapor condensation in pressure
pressure range and temperature range.
g/kg <28 No condensation permitted in lines and con-
Max. moisture in gas, tainers carrying fuel gas and fuel gas-air
absolute mixtures.
At higher values or if there is a danger of
condensation in the operating range of pres-
sure and temperature, gas drying must be
provided.
Phase transitions in the fuel gas and air mix-
ture are inadmissible during engine opera-
tion in the pressure and temperature range;
gas drying is to be provided in case of high-
er values.
Oils / oil fumes mg/m3 NTP < 0.4 No condensation in lines carrying fuel gas
and fuel gas-air mixture, nor formation of
condensable oil mists.
HC solvent vapors mg/m3 NTP 0
Silicon from organic 3
mg/m NTP < 4* At Si > 2 mg/m3 NPT based on 100 % CH4
compounds fuel gas content, wear products must be
noted in the oil analysis.
Inorganically-bound mg/3 NTP < 2*
silicon
Dust 3 to 10 µm mg/m3 NTP 5 DVGW worksheet G260
Dust< 3 µm Technically free Dust must be removed in such a manner
mg/m3 NTP
that trouble-free operation of standard-con-
formant, or standard design gas devices and
gas equipment, is ensured.
Dust < 3 µm must be evaluated through a
technical analysis, if necessary appropriate
special filters must be used.
Silicon from organic mg/m3 NTP 6*
and inorganic com-
pounds
Total sulfur mg/m3 NTP 800* / **
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Mercaptan sulfur mg/m3 NTP 4*


Hydrogen sulphide 3
mg/m NTP 850*
H2S
Total of all chlorine mg/m3 NTP ≤ 40*
and fluorine com-
pounds
* = These values are recommended values for series 4000 engines, for gensets with exhaust after-
treatment, lower limit values can apply.
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Designation Unit Limit value Note
Chlorine 3
mg/m NTP ≤ 40* Consult the manufacturer in case of higher
values as analysis is necessary
Fluorine ≤ 20* Consult the manufacturer in case of higher
values as analysis is necessary
NH3 ppm 70* Consult the manufacturer in case of higher
values as analysis is necessary
* = These values are recommended values for series 4000 engines, for gensets with exhaust after-
treatment, lower limit values can apply.
** = lower values apply to the 20V4000L32FB engine. Consultation with the factory is required.
Table 43: Requirements and site conditions for biogas fuel and the corresponding fuel supply
When using the series 4000 in gensets, with and without exhaust heat coupling and/or exhaust aftertreat-
ment systems, the respective instructions provided by the engine-generator set manufacturer must be com-
plied with.

Requirements of the fuel "low-pollutant biogas"


The following limit values define "low-pollutant biogas". All other limit values for low-polluted biogas corre-
spond to the general limit values for biogas (→ Table 43).
Designation Unit Limit value Note
Silicon from organic 3
mg/m NTP < 1* At Si > 2 mg/m3 NPT based on 100 % CH4
compounds fuel gas content, wear products must be
noted in the oil analysis.
Inorganically-bound mg/3 NTP < 0.5*
silicon
Silicon from organic mg/m3 NTP 1.5*
and inorganic com-
pounds
Total sulfur mg/m3 NTP 140*
Mercaptan sulfur mg/m3 NTP 1*
Hydrogen sulphide 3
mg/m NTP 150*
H2S
Total of all chlorine mg/m3 NTP ≤ 8*
and fluorine com-
pounds
Chlorine mg/m3 NTP ≤ 8* Consult the manufacturer in case of higher
values as analysis is necessary
Fluorine ≤ 4* Consult the manufacturer in case of higher
values as analysis is necessary
NH3 ppm 14* Consult the manufacturer in case of higher
values as analysis is necessary
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* = These values are non-binding recommended values for Series 4000 engines, for gensets with ex-
haust aftertreatment, lower limit values can apply (→ Table 45).
Table 44: Requirements and site conditions for low-pollutant biogas fuel and the corresponding fuel supply
All listed limit values for pollutants (in ppm and mg/m3) are based on a calorific value of 10 kWh/m3 NTP.
This corresponds to a reference to fuels with 100 % by vol. methane, or the existence of other combustible
components in the fuel with the same energy equivalent and the same input of hazardous materials.

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Example:
• Russian natural gas with a calorific value of 10 kWh/m3 NTP is used. The permissible value for total sulfur
in the gas thus corresponds exactly to the limit value specified in the table.
• When using a gas (e.g. East Hanover) with Hi,n = 8.15 kWh/m3 NPT, the permissible maximum value for
the total sulfur is calculated as follows:
Permissible total sulfur content = 30 mg/m³ NPT · (8.15 kWh/m3NPT : 10.0 kWh/m3 NPT) = 24.5 mg/
m³ NPT

Pollutant concentration in fuel (with exhaust aftertreatment / exhaust gas heat


recovery)
Depending on the application, the following maximum permissible pollutant concentrations in the fuel must
be observed:
Oxidation catalyst / exhaust gas heat recovery
Without* / With / With /
Without 120 °C to Without
Designation Unit 180 °C
Sum of all sulfur compounds (cal- mg/m3 NTP 800 20 200
culated as S)
Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) ppm 550 7 70
Sum total of all chlorine com- mg /m3 NTP 40 0.5 0.5
pounds (calculated as CI)
Sum total of all fluorine com- mg /m3 NTP 40 0.5 0.5
pounds (calculated as F)
Total of all silicon compounds (cal- mg /m3 NTP 5 0 0
culated as Si)
Ammonia (NH3) ppm 30 30 30
Heavy metals (Pb, Hg, As, Sb, Cd) µg/m3 NTP Upon request 10 10
*= for "low-pollutant biogas", lower values apply accordingly (→ Table 44).
Table 45: Pollutant concentration in the fuel

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4.4 Series 400 gas engine – Engine-generator set
4.4.1 Natural gas – Fuel values
Fuel specifications to be complied with
The following fuel values must be observed at the inlet to the gas train (scope of supply of MTU):

Designation Unit Limit value


Minimum methane number
See Technical Description
Minimum calorific value
Rate of change, calorific value % per min <1
Rate of change, methane number Change in MN per min <5
Minimum gas flow pressure (overpressure) mbar < 20
Maximum gas flow pressure (overpressure) mbar < 50
Max. gas pressure variation (brief control fluctuation) mbar ±5
Max. rate of change of gas pressure mbar/s <1
Gas temperature °C 5 to 45
Max. water vapor content % by vol. < 0.5
Dust particle size > 3 µm mg/m3NPT <5
Oily constituents mg/m3NPT < 0.4

Table 46: Fuel specifications to be complied with

A max. total of 30 mg/m3NPT and, for brief periods, 150 mg/m3NPT, are permissible, but otherwise no cor-
rosive constituents may be present (analogous to DVGW Sheet G 260).

Important: The supplied gas filter (mesh size: 50 µm) fitted at the inlet of the gas train does not ensure com-
pliance with the dust limit value specified above and is used solely to protect the gas fittings.
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4.4.2 Biogas – Fuel values
It is not possible to avoid variations in gas quality for biogas, sewage gas and landfill gas, the same applies to
harmful impurities.
In order to allow trouble-free operation and avoid damage, however, certain limit values have to be complied
with.
If it turns out during commissioning that the quality requirement for the fuel is not met, MTU reserves the
right to charge for the aborted commissioning procedure.
Compliance with the emission and consumption values specified in the data sheet applies only to the speci-
fied reference gas compositions for biogas, sewage gas and landfill gas. The CO2 / CH4 volume ratio is of
importance here.
Important
The listed constituents / limit values listed are relevant for biogas engines. Other constituents / limit val-
ues are not permitted.

Fuel specifications to be complied with


The following fuel values must be observed at the inlet to the gas train (scope of supply of MTU):
Designation Unit Limit value
Minimum methane number
See Technical Description
Minimum calorific value
Rate of change, calorific value % per min 1
Rate of change, methane number Change in MN per min 5
CO2 / CH4 volume ratio – ≤ 0.65
Methane content, moist % by vol. See techn. data
Minimum gas flow pressure (overpressure) mbar 30
Maximum gas flow pressure (overpressure) mbar 50
Max. gas pressure variation (brief control fluctuation) mbar ±5
Max. rate of change of gas pressure mbar/s 1
Max. gas temperature (no derating) °C 35
Max. oxygen content % by vol. 2
Max. water vapor content % by vol. 3.1
Maximum temperature of cooled gas °C < 25
Dust particle size > 3 µm 3
mg/m NPT 5
Oily constituents 3
mg/m NPT 0.4

Table 47: Fuel specifications to be complied with

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4.4.3 Harmful impurities (pollutants)
The following application-dependent maximum limits for permissible pollutant concentrations in the fuel are
to be complied with:
Oxidation catalyst / exhaust gas heat recovery
With With With With
Without / EMK* / EMK* / SRK** / SRK** /
180 °C / Without 120 °C / Without 180 °C Without
180 °C
Biogas low-pol-
20 mg/m3 NTP 30 mg/m3 NTP
lutant
HCHO HCHO
Designation Unit biogas
Sum total of all sulfur 1200 140 20 200 70 140
compounds (S) mg/m3 NPT
Corresponding hydrogen 840 50 14 140 50 100
sulphide (H2S) ppm
Sum total of all chlorine 100 8 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5
compounds (CI) mg/m3 NPT
Sum total of all fluorine 50 8 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5
compounds (F) mg/m3 NPT
Sum total of all silicon 5 4 0 0 0 0
compounds (Si) mg/m3 NPT
Ammonia (NH3) ppm 60 14 60 60 60 60
Heavy metals (Pb, Hg, As, upon re- upon re- 10 10 10 10
Sb, Cd) µg/m3 NPT quest quest
* EMK = noble-metal catalytic converter
** SRK = sulfur-resistant catalytic converter
Table 48: Pollutant concentration in the fuel
All listed limit values for pollutants (in ppm and mg/m3) are based on a calorific value of 10 kWh/m3 NTP.
This corresponds to a reference to fuels with 100 % by vol. methane, or the existence of other combustible
components in the fuel with the same energy equivalent and the same input of hazardous materials.
Example:
• Russian natural gas with a calorific value of 10 kWh/m3 NTP is used. The permissible value for total sulfur
in the gas thus corresponds exactly to the limit value specified in the table.
• When using a gas (e.g. East Hanover) with Hi,n = 8.15 kWh/m3 NPT, the permissible maximum value for
the total sulfur is calculated as follows:
Permissible total sulfur content = 30 mg/m³ NPT · (8.15 kWh/m3NPT : 10.0 kWh/m3 NPT) = 24.5 mg/
m³ NPT
If the quality of the raw gas exceeds the appropriate limit value for sulfur, a gas desulfurization system, de-
signed according to the quality of gas in the system, has to be installed.
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With the special sulfur-resistant MTU oxidizing catalytic converter, operation without fine desulfurization is
permissible as long as the specified limit value for sulfur in the fuel is complied with.
In the case of active exhaust gas heat utilization, if limit values are exceeded during operation there will be
an increased build-up of corrosive deposits. Damage caused by these deposits can result in total failure of
the components. Earlier cleaning of the exhaust gas heat exchanger is therefore necessary.
Due to potential fluctuations in the sulfur content in practice, MTU is unable to offer any guarantees regard-
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Concerning operation with the oxidizing catalytic converter without exhaust gas heat utilization, the exhaust
gas temperature at the exhaust gas system opening must definitely be above 300 °C. If necessary, the ex-
haust pipe must be insulated.

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5 Exhaust Gas Aftertreatment System
5.1 General
To reduce exhaust emissions on stoichiometric engines (lambda = 1, without excess air), 3-way catalytic con-
verters are used.
To reduce exhaust emissions due to incompletely burned combustion products on engine with lean operation
(operation with excess air), oxidation catalysts are used.
For additional reduction of NOx emissions with lean operation engines, SCR catalytic converters (selective
catalytic reduction) can be used. The reducing agent (urea solution with an urea concentration of 32.5 %) in
such catalysts reduces the nitrogen oxide emissions.
To guarantee the range of functions of the catalytic converters over a specific runtime, all specifications in
the Fluids and Lubricants Specifications (with regard to fuels, intake air, lube oils) must be observed.
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5.2 NOx reducing agent AUS 32 for SCR exhaust gas
aftertreatment systems
To ensure efficient operation of the exhaust gas aftertreatment system, compliance of the reducing agent
with the quality requirements stipulated in DIN 70070 / ISO 222 41-1 is mandatory.
In Europe, this reducing agent is often offered under the brand name “AdBlue”.
The test methods for determining the quality and characteristics of the reducing agent are specified in the
standards DIN 70071 / ISO 222 41-2. The following table (→ Table 49) shows the quality characteristics of
the reducing agent together with the associated test methods (extract from ISO 222 41-1).
Important
SCR systems from MTU are usually designed for a concentration of 32.5 % urea. The use of NOx reducing
agent with other urea concentrations (AUS 40, AUS 48) requires a different design of the dosing systems.
Systems with the corresponding design must be run with the appropriately adapted concentration.
The purity requirements of the reducing agent then comply with the standards for AUS 32

Important
The use of antifreeze additives for AUS 32, or winter urea, is generally not approved.

Quality features and test procedures for the reducing agent


Unit Test method ISO Limit values
Urea content by weight % 22241–2 Annex B 31.8 to 33.2
Spec. grav. at 20 °C kg/m3 3675 1087.0 to 1092.0
12185
Refractive index at 20 °C 22241–2 Annex C 1.3817 to 1.3840
Alkalinity as NH3 by weight % 22241–2 Annex D Max. 0.2
Biuret content by weight % 22241–2 Annex E Max. 0.3
Aldehyde content mg/kg 22241–2 Annex F Max. 5
Non-soluble constituents mg/kg 22241–2 Annex G Max. 20
Phosphate content as mg/kg 22241–2 Annex B Max. 0.5
P04
Metal contents 22241–2 Annex I
Calcium mg/kg Max. 0.5
Iron mg/kg Max. 0.5
Copper mg/kg Max. 0.2
Zinc mg/kg Max. 0.2
Chrome mg/kg Max. 0.2
Nickel mg/kg Max. 0.2
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Aluminum mg/kg Max. 0.5


Magnesium mg/kg Max. 0.5
Sodium mg/kg Max. 0.5
Potassium mg/kg Max. 0.5
Identity Identical with the refer-
ence sample

Table 49: Quality features and test procedures for the reducing agent

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Storage of reducing agent
Information on storage/packaging/transport as well as suitable/unsuitable materials in the reducing agent
circuit can be obtained in the standard ISO 222 41-3. Also observe the manufacturer's specifications in this
regard.
Avoid direct sunlight because it promotes the occurrence of microorganisms and the decomposition of the
reducing agent.
Where possible, store and transport the reducing agent AUS 32 between -5 and +25 °C to prevent loss in
quality. Long storage periods at temperatures above 25 °C can lead to destruction of the reducing agent.
Max. constant storage temperature [°C] Min. durability [months]
≤10 36
≤25 18
≤ 30 12
≤35 6
>35 Check each batch prior to use

Table 50: Storage temperature of reducing agent


Important
The reducing agent crystallizes at -11 °C.
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5.3 Exhaust condensate
Important information
Ensure that used fluids and lubricants are collected in sufficiently large collecting containers. Dispose of
fluids and lubricants in accordance with the applicable national specifications. Do not burn used oil or dis-
pose of in fuel tank.

When fuel is burned in the engine, nitrogen oxides NOx are created in addition to carbon dioxide and water
vapor. These transform into nitric acid in the downstream components in the presence of condensed water.
Other inorganic and organic acids, e.g. sulfuric acid or sulfurous acid, can likewise be created depending on
the fuel composition. Condensate samples therefore display a lightly pungent smell and dissolved iron as a
corrosion product. The hydrogen ion concentration, i.e. the pH value of such condensate samples, is usually
in the strong to weak acid range of pH = approx. 0.5 to 4.
The water dew point of the exhaust gas depends on the composition of the fuel gas used as well as the air
ratio at which the engine is operated. The water dew point is approx. 50 °C (lean engines) up to 80 °C (lamb-
da = 1). Condensate starts to form, depending on the acid-forming constituent, at exhaust temperatures be-
low approx. 170 °C (acid dew point).
Theoretically, 1.5 kg condensate can be created from 1 m3 NTP of natural gas. When exhaust gas is cooled
down to temperatures of approx. 100 °C, significant quantities of condensate only form during start-up pro-
cedures. When exhaust gas temperatures are further cooled (below T = approx. 80 °C), condensate starts to
accumulate continuously.
To limit condensate formation as much as possible (in the exhaust gas heat exchanger or in the downstream
exhaust silencer), you should guarantee the following with gensets with exhaust cooling:
• In the exhaust gas heat exchanger, never cool the exhaust gas temperatures below 110 °C
• Ensure exhaust lines are properly insulated
• Keep the ratio of the number of machine starts to operating hours as low as possible (average values low-
er than "one start" per four operating hours are recommended).
Where possible, do not merge condensate lines from different components before the siphon (or water seal)
because otherwise condensate would escape continuously during operation due to circulation in the conden-
sate line.
A free drain via a siphon (or water seal) must be provided for the condensate at a minimum height of 400
mm. In any case, however, the drain must have more than a 100 mm water column above the corresponding
maximum permissible exhaust back pressure of the engine. This prevents exhaust gas emerging from the
condensate line. The exhaust condensate should be neutralized in a neutralization plant before being dis-
charged into the sewerage system. An oil separator is additionally required.
The condensate drain line must be checked regularly during operation and safeguarded against freezing in
winter.
Exhaust condensate may only be discharged into the local sewage system without being treated after consul-
tation with the local waste water authority, and must not under any circumstances be discharged to atmos-
phere. Municipalities in Germany, or the authorities instructed by them, are obliged to remove accumulated
waste water which also contains condensate. Condensate can also be classified in the "Special waste" cate-
gory.
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6 Flushing and Cleaning Specifications for
Engine Coolant Circuits
6.1 General information
In the course of time, sludge deposits from aging coolant additives can accumulate in the coolant circuits.
Reduced cooling capacity, clogged vent lines and drain points and dirty coolant level sight glasses can result.
Below-standard water quality or incorrect coolant preparation can also heavily contaminate the system.
If such conditions occur, the coolant circuit is to be flushed out with fresh water, repeatedly if necessary.
If these flushing sequences are insufficient or if the system is too heavily contaminated, the coolant circuit
and all affected parts must be cleaned.
Only clean, fresh water (no river or sea water) must be used for flushing.
Only products approved by MTU or equivalent products at the specified concentrations may be used for
cleaning, see (→ Page 82). The specified cleaning procedure is to be complied with.
Immediately after flushing or cleaning, fill the coolant circuits with prepared engine coolant as stipulated in
the current Fluids and Lubricants Specifications. Otherwise there is a danger of corrosion!
Important
Fluids and lubricants (e.g. treated engine coolant), used flushing water, cleaning agents and cleaning solu-
tions can be hazardous materials. Certain regulations must be obeyed when handling, storing and disposing
of these substances.
These regulations are contained in the manufacturer's instructions, legal requirements and technical guide-
lines valid in the individual countries. Considerable differences can apply from country to country so that
no generally valid statement on the applicable regulations for fluids and lubricants etc. can be made in this
publication.
Users of the products named in these specifications are therefore obliged to inform themselves of the lo-
cally valid regulations. MTU accepts no liability whatsoever for improper or illegal use of the fluids and lubri-
cants / cleaning agents which it has approved.

Important
Scrap oil heat exchangers from engines with bearing or piston seizures or friction damage.

Test equipment, auxiliary materials and fluids and lubricants


MTU test kit or electric pH-value measuring instrument
Required auxiliary materials:
• Compressed air
• Superheated steam
Required fluids and lubricants:
• Fresh water
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6.2 Approved cleaning agents
Manufacturer Product name Working concentration Order no.
For coolant systems:
Kluthe Hakutex 111 1, 5) 2% by volume Liquid X00065751
Decorrdal 20-1 8) 10% by volume Liquid 7)

Hakupur 50-706-3 4) 2% by volume Liquid X00055629


For assemblies:
Henkel Bonderite C-AK FD 2) 1 to 10% by weight Powder 7)

Bonderite C-MC 2 to 10% by weight Powder 7)

11120 3)
Kluthe Hakutex 60 MTU 100% by volume Liquid X00070585
(25 kg)
For coolant systems contaminated with bacteria, fungi or yeast (so-called system cleaners):
Schülke & Mayr GmbH Grotan WS Plus 5) 0.15% by volume Liquid X00065326
(10 kg)
Grotanol SR2 6) 0.5% by volume Liquid X00069827
(10 kg)

Table 51:
1) 5)
For light lime deposits, light corrosion Bacteria contamination up to 10 4
2) 6)
For greasy lime deposits Bacteria contamination up to > 10 4, contamination
with fungi and yeast
3) 7)
Preferred for heavy lime deposits Not stocked by MTU
4) 8)
Not suitable for galvanized surfaces With serious corrosion; not permitted for alumi-
num materials

Important information
The technical data sheets and safety data sheets of the product must be observed!

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6.3 Engine coolant circuits – Flushing

1. Drain engine coolant.


2. Measure pH-value of the fresh water using the MTU test kit or electric pH-value measuring device.
3. Fill coolant circuit with fresh water.
Important information
Never pour cold water into a hot engine!

4. Preheat, start and run engine until warm.


5. Run engine for approx. 30 minutes at increased speed.
6. Take flush-water sample at engine-coolant-sample extraction cock.
7. Shut down engine.
8. Drain flush water.
9. Measure pH value of flush-water sample using the MTU test kit or electric pH value measuring device and
compare with the pH value of the fresh water.
a) pH value difference < 1: Fill system with treated coolant and start engine.
b) pH value difference > 1: Fill system with fresh flush water and repeat flushing process.
c) If the pH value difference is still > 1 after 4 to 5 flushing operations: The coolant circuit must be cleaned,
see (→ Page 84). The assemblies may also have to be cleaned, see (→ Page 85).
Important information
Refer to the engine operating instructions for additional information.
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6.4 Engine coolant circuits – Cleaning

1. Mix cleaner to the specified concentration with freshwater. Use warm freshwater (45 °C) if the engine is
warm.
2. Cleaning agents for coolant circuits are prepared in warm freshwater as a concentrated solution, see
(→ Page 82).
3. In the case of powdered products, stir until the cleaning agent is completely dissolved and without sediment.
4. Pour solution together with freshwater into coolant circuit.
5. Start engine and run until warm.
6. Select temperature and duration of residence time according to the specifications of the technical data
sheets of the manufacturer.
7. Shut down engine.
8. Drain off cleaning agents and flush the engine coolant circuit with fresh water.
9. Take flush-water sample at engine-coolant-sample extraction cock.
10. Measure pH value of flush-water sample using the MTU test kit or electric pH value measuring device and
compare with the pH value of the freshwater.
a) pH value difference < 1: Fill system with treated coolant and start engine.
b) pH value difference > 1: Clean assemblies, see (→ Page 85).
Important
Refer to the engine operating instructions for additional information.

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6.5 Assemblies – Cleaning

1. Remove, disassemble and clean assemblies that are exposed to heavy sludge deposits e.g. expansion tanks,
preheating units, heat exchangers (coolant cooler, oil heat-exchanger, charge-air cooler, charge-air preheat-
er, fuel preheater etc.) and lower sections of pipework.
2. Before cleaning, examine degree of contamination on water sides.
3. If greasy lime deposits are found, first degrease the water side.
4. Deposits in charge-air coolers caused by oil mist can be removed using Kluthe Hakutex 60.
5. Remove hard lime deposits with a decalcifying product. In the event of stubborn lime deposits, if necessary a
10% inhibited hydrochloric acid solution may have to be used.
6. Dissolve deposits on and in heat-exchanger elements in a heated cleaning bath. Observe the manufacturer's
specifications and use only approved detergents in the permissible concentration, see (→ Page 82)
Important information
Deposits on the oil side can also be dissolved in a kerosene bath.
The dwell time in the cleaning bath depends on the type and degree of contamination, as well as the tem-
perature and activity of the bath.

7. Clean individual components such as housings, covers, pipes, sight glasses, heat-exchanger elements with
superheated steam, a nylon brush (soft) and a powerful water jet.
Important information
In order to avoid damage:
Do not use hard or sharp-edged tools (steel brushes, scrapers, etc.) (oxide protective layer).
Do not set the pressure of the water jet too high (may damage cooler fins, for example).

8. After cleaning, blow through the heat exchanger elements with low-pressure steam in the direction opposite
to operational flow, rinse with clear water (until pH-value difference is < 1) and blow dry with compressed or
hot air.
9. Check that all components are in perfect condition, repair or replace as necessary.
10. Flush oil and engine coolant sides of heat-exchanger elements with corrosion-inhibiting oil. This step may be
omitted if the heat exchanger is installed and taken into service immediately after cleaning.
11. After installing all assemblies, flush engine coolant circuit once, see (→ Page 83).
12. Check coolant system for leaks during initial operation of engine.
Important information
For further information, see the Maintenance Manual for the engine in question.
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6.6 Coolant circuits contaminated with bacteria, fungi or yeast
System cleaning
The system cleaner must flow a sufficiently long time through the complete cooling system to ensure effec-
tive cleaning and disinfection.
Therefore, the predefined amount of the approved system cleaner must be added to the contaminated cool-
ant in the system, see (→ Page 82). Use a circulating pump to provide continuous mixture flow through the
coolant system for at least 24 hours or max. 48 hours.

Flushing
When the coolant and system cleaner have been drained, the cooling circuit must be flushed with fresh wa-
ter. Flushing must be carried out until no more contaminants are visible and the flushing liquid has the same
pH-value as the fresh water used (max. pH-value difference < 1).

Refill
Before refilling the circuit, make sure the system is free of contaminants.
Refill must be performed directly after flushing to avoid the risk of corrosion!

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7 Inlet Air and Combustion Air
7.1 General information
Important
No corrosive compounds must penetrate the intake air.
The specified limit values must be observed because otherwise the warranty shall become void.

For operation in swimming pools or near refrigerating machines, note that even small traces of halogen com-
pounds in the supply air (intake air) can lead to corrosion on the following components:
• In the engine
• On peripheral components, e.g. electric motors
Cleaning agents can also contain aggressive substances that can cause corrosion.
In case of doubt, consult MTU.
The intake air must not be supplied with desorption air or off-gases from thermochemical process without
prior consultation with MTU.
The permissible temperature range with specification of the minimum and maximum temperature is stipulat-
ed in the technical data sheet of the engine / genset.
All gas engines from MTU can be operated with intake air below a dew point of 20 °C. Operation with intake
air above a dew point of 17.5 °C should therefore be restricted to < 200 operating hours per year. A dew
point temperature of the intake air above 21 °C is not permitted. In case of deviating values or higher dew
point temperatures of the intake air, factory consultation with MTU is necessary.

Limit values in the gas mixture


The gas mixture consists of air and fuel. The limit values in the gas mixture must not be exceeded
(→ Page 55).
The limit values in the gas mixture (in ppm) are clearly lower than the values specified for the fuel (usual-
ly lower by approx. factor 20).
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8 Heating Water
8.1 General information
Important
The specifications of MTU with regard to conditioning / ventilation of the coolant circuits must be ob-
served.
The specified limit values must be observed because otherwise the warranty shall become void.

Important
Requirements for the quality of heating water above 100 °C apply when an exhaust heat exchanger has
been installed in the engine cooling circuit or the heating circuit.

Important
Adding sulfite is not allowed.
It is recommended to use WBcon 2347 as an alternative for the heating water circuit.
Please note that the product contains borates and sodium hydroxide, which are corrosive to materials such
as aluminum and brass.

Supplementary information
It is pointed out as a precaution that, in general, costs for foreseeable damage, e.g. by unsuitable water qual-
ity, are not covered by machine breakdown insurance either.
The term "Sum total, alkaline earths" refers to the content of hardness-forming, dissolved calcium and mag-
nesium salts. To convert to the former standard unit of measurement of "Total hardness", the following ap-
plies:
• 1 mol/m 3 = 5.6 dH
• The pH value is a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of a solution.
• pH = 7 neutral, < 7 acid, > 7 alkaline.
Important
Max. permissible fluctuation of the heating water inlet temperature: Max. 3 K / min.

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8.2 Heating water – Requirements
Important information
Adding sodium sulfite as binding agent for oxygen is not allowed.

Important information
The base alkalization must be carried out with trisodium phosphate.

Requirements imposed on heating water up to 100 °C


VDI Directive 2035 Sheet 1 (December 2005) and Sheet 2 (September 1998) is definitive. "Prevention of
damage by corrosion and scale formation in water heating installations“ with the following guide values (see
also the corresponding explanations in the original):
General requirements Clear, colorless and free from
undissolved substances
pH value (25 °C) 8.0 to 9.0
Electric conductivity (25 °C) < 250 μS/cm
Sum total, alkaline earths Up to 1.5 mmol/l
Up to 8.4 °dH
Chlorides < 50 mg/l
Sulfates < 50 mg/l
Phosphates < 10
Oxygen content when using oxy- < 0.1 mg/l
gen binding agents
Iron < 0.2 mg/l

Table 52: Requirements of heating water up to 100 °C


If the upper limit values are not observed, the following measures are required:
• Against scale formation: Coolant conditioning (softening, complete demineralization, reverse osmosis) or
hardness stabilization (ST-DOS-H products)
• Against corrosion processes: Inhibition or oxygen binding (ST-DOS-H products)

Requirements imposed on heating water above 100 °C


The definitive specification is the VdTÜV Directive TCh 1466 governing the quality of water in heating instal-
lations which are operated with a supply temperature above 100 °C. The following guide values subsequently
apply for low-salt method of operation:
General requirements Clear, colorless and free from
undissolved substances
pH value (25 °C) 8.0 to 9.0 *
Electric conductivity (25 °C) 10 to < 250 μS/cm
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Sum total, alkaline earths < 0.02 mmol/l


< 0.10 °dH
Chlorides < 20 mg/l
Sulfates < 5 to 10 mg/l
Oxygen content < 0.05 mg/l
* Deviation from TCh 1466 (TÜV)

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General requirements Clear, colorless and free from
undissolved substances
Phosphate 5 to 10 mg/l
Iron < 0.2 mg/l
* Deviation from TCh 1466 (TÜV)
Table 53: Requirements imposed on heating water above 100 °C
Measures against scale formation and corrosion processes:
• Against scale formation: Coolant conditioning (softening, complete demineralization, reverse osmosis) or
hardness stabilization (ST-DOS-H products)
• Against corrosion processes: Inhibition or oxygen binding (ST-DOS-H products)

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9 Confirmation for Fluids and Lubricants
9.1 Confirmation by the operator of engine-generator sets
Important
The plant must not be put into operation without this confirmation.

Plant description:

Plant consisting of:

Factory / SAP no.:

Customer:

Operator:

Project Manager from MTU:

We hereby confirm that the quality of the fluids and lubricants (coolant, gas, lubricating oil, heating water,
etc., where applicable) conforms to the Fluids and Lubricants Specifications of MTU.
MTU does not provide any warranty for damage incurred as a result of deviating fluid and lubricant quality.

City / date

Legally binding signature (customer)


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10 Appendix A
10.1 List of abbreviations
Abbreviation Meaning Explanation
ASTM American Society for Testing and Materi- –
als
Bh Betriebsstunden Operating hours
BR Baureihe Series
BV Betriebsstoffvorschrift Fluids and Lubricants Specifications
DIN Deutsches Institut für Normung e. V. German national standards institute, at the
same time identifier of German standards (DIN
= "Deutsche Industrie-Norm”)
DVGW Deutsche Vereinigung des Gas- und German Federal Association for Gas and Water
Wasserfaches e.V.
EN Europäische Norm European standard
IP Institute of Petroleum –
ISO International Organization for Standardi- International umbrella organization for all na-
zation tional standardization institutes
MZ Methanzahl Methane number
SAE Society of Automotive Engineers U.S. standardization organization
ST-DOS-H Sicherheitsdatenblatt Safety data sheet
VDI Richtlinie, Normen Regeln und Stand- Guidelines, rules, and standards
ards
VdTÜV Technische Regeln Technical rules
Vol. Volumen Volume

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10.2 Conversion table of SI units
SI unit US unit conversion
°C °F °F = °C*1.8+32
kWh BTU 1 BTU = 0.0002930711 kWh
3 3
kWh/m NTP BTU/ft 1 BTU/ft3 = 00.010349707 kWh/m3
kW kBTU/h 1 kBTU/h = 0.2928104 kW
kW bhp 1 bhp = 0.7457 kW
l gal 1 gal = 3.785412 liters
mm inch 1 inch = 25.4 mm
m ft 1 ft = 0.3048 m
m/s ft/s 1 ft/s = 0.3048 m/s
3 3
m NTP ft NTP ft3 = 0.02831685 m³ NTP
bar psi 1 psi = 0.06894757 bar
kg lb 1 lb = 0.4535924 kg

Table 54: Conversion table


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10.3 Contact person/Service partner
Service
The worldwide network of the sales organization with subsidiaries, sales offices, representatives and custom-
er service centers ensure fast and direct support on site and ensure the high availability of our products.

Local Support
Experienced and qualified specialists place their knowledge and expertise at your disposal.
For locally available support, go to the Internet site: http://www.mtu-solutions.com

24 h Hotline
With our 24 h hotline and high flexibility, we are your contact around the clock: during each operating phase,
preventive maintenance and corrective operations in case of a malfunction, for information on changes in
conditions of use and for supplying spare parts.
Your contact person in our Customer Assistance Center:
E-mail: service.de@ps.rolls-royce.com

Spare Parts Service


Quick, easy and correct identification of the spare part required for your system. The right spare part at the
right time at the right place.
With this aim in mind, we can call on a globally networked parts logistics system.
Your contact at Headquarters:
Germany:
• Tel: +49 821 74800
• Fax: +49 821 74802289
• E-mail: spareparts-oeg@ps.rolls-royce.com
Worldwide:
• Tel: +49 7541 9077777
• Fax: +49 7541 9077778
• E-mail: spareparts-oeg@ps.rolls-royce.com

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11 Appendix B
11.1 Index
A Coolant 
Antifreeze  – Test kit  81
– For cooling system containing light metals   – Antifreeze  
– Concentrates  48 – Concentrates for special applications  42, 51
– Ready mixtures  52 – Conditioning  
– For cooling systems free of light metals   – Series 400  35
– Concentrates  40 – Series 4000  34
– Ready mixtures  43 – Coolant without antifreeze  
– Series 400  54 – Concentrates for cooling systems containing light
Applicability of the publication 5 metal  37
Approved engine fluids and lubricants  – Ready mixtures for cooling systems free of light
– Engine oils for Series 4000  14 metal  39
Approved fluids and lubricants  – Definition  24
– Engine oils for Series 400  18 – Engine-generator set  
– Series 4000  36, 45
B – Fresh water requirements  
Biogas  – Series 400  35
– Main constituents  56 – Series 4000  34
– Requirements   – Generator application  36, 45
– Series 400  74 – Limit values  26
– Series 4000  69 – Operational monitoring  26
– Permissible concentrations  26
C – Series 4000  
Cleaning agent  – Antifreeze for cooling systems containing light met-
– System cleaner  86 als  48, 52
Cleaning agents 82 – Antifreeze for cooling systems free of light metals
Cleaning specifications   40, 43
– Assemblies  85 – Coolant without antifreeze for cooling systems con-
– Engine coolant circuit  81, 84 taining light metals  46, 47
– System cleaner  86 – Storage capability  30
Combustion air 87 – Test kit  26
Confirmation  Coolant circuit 
– Operator  91 – Assembly cleaning  85
Contact person 94 – Cleaning  81, 84
– Cleaning agents  82
– Flushing  83
– Leaks  31
– Materials  33
Coolant without antifreeze 
– For cooling systems containing light metals  
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– Concentrates  46
– Ready mixtures  47
Coolants 
– Engine-generator set  
– Series 400  54
– Series 400  54
Cooling system 
– Prevention of damage  32

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D Fuels 59, 65
Dye additives  – Biogas  
– Coolant circuit  31 – Series 400  74
– Lube oil circuit  11 – Series 4000  69
– Natural gas  
E – Marine application  60
Engine  – Series 400  73
– Preservation  5 – Series 4000  66
Engine coolant circuit  – Series 400  
– Assembly cleaning  85 – Impurities  75
– Cleaning  84
G
– Cleaning agents  82
– Contamination  81 Gas mixture 
Engine coolant circuits  – Limit values  87
– Flushing  83 Gear oil 17
Engine oil 
H
– Series 400  18
– Series 4000  14 Heating water 
Engine oil  7 – General  88
Engine oil change intervals  – Requirements  89
– Engine-generator set Series 400  21 Hotline 94
– Limit values  8
I
– Oil spray-off system  21
Exhaust aftertreatment system  Impurities 
– Exhaust condensate  80 – Fuels  
– General  77 – Series 400  75
– NOx reducing agent  78 Information on use 5
Exhaust condensate 80 L
F Leaks 
Flushing specifications  – Coolant circuit  31
– Assemblies  85 – Lube oil circuit  11
– Coolant circuits contaminated with bacteria, fungi or Limit values 
yeast  86 – Used gas engine oils  8
– Engine coolant circuits  81, 83 Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) 57
Fresh water  List of abbreviations 92
– Limit values   Lube oil 
– Series 400  35 – Series 4000  14
– Series 4000  34 Lube oil circuit 
Fuel  – Leaks  11
– Silicon content  10 Lubricating grease 
– Usage  55 – Engine-generator set Series 400  23
Fuel gas  – Engine-generator set Series 4000  16
– Generator application and engine-generator set   – For generators  16, 23
– Series 400  73, 74 – General application  12, 13
– Series 4000  66, 69 – Requirements  12
– Marine application  60 – Special application  12
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– Silicon compounds  58 M


– Silicon content  10
Materials 
– Coolant circuit  33
Medium in the gas piping enclosure for marine applica-
tions 
– Fuels for gas engines  63

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N
Natural gas 
– Main constituents  56
– Requirements  
– Marine application  60
– Series 400  73
– Series 4000  66
NOx reducing agent 
– General  78

O
Oil spray-off system 21
Operational monitoring 
– Coolant  26
Operator 
– Confirmation  91

P
Preservation 
– Engine  5

R
Requirements 
– Coolant circuit  33
– Heating water  89

S
Service partner 94
Silicon compounds 
– Fuel gas  58
Silicon content 
– Fuel  10
– Fuel gas  10
Silicon operational value 10
Spare parts service 94
Storage 
– Coolant  30
Supply air 87

T
Test kit 
– Coolant  81

U
Used-oil analysis 8
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