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6 Lubricating oils
Seven different lubricating oil types, designated A, B, C, D, E, F and G, were used. Oil
A was a typical SAE 40 mono-grade engine lubricant with a relatively low viscosity
index (101). Oils B, C, D, E and F were special oils with relatively high viscosity
indices (138 to 149) and different additives. Oil G was a combined cylinder and
crankcase lubricant designed for use in medium speed marine diesel engines operating
on residual fuel. The oil was manufactured from mineral base oils, had an additive
package and was blended as SAE 40. The density, kinematic viscosity, viscosity index
and SAE classification of the lubricating oils are presented in Table 3-2.
For each oil change, the lubrication system was cleaned and new oil filters were
installed. About 10 dm3 of new oil was used for cleaning. Finally, the oil tank was filled
with 10 dm3 of new oil.