HOW-TO SECTION These products should be accompanied by performance data supporting their merit. It is not the policy of Detroit Diesel Corporation to test, evaluate, approve or endorse such products. Use only Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) fuel with (15 ppm sulfur content maximum), based on ASTM D2622 test procedure. Using fuel other than ULSD will damage the Aftertreatment Device. NOTICE: Biodiesel — Biodiesel fuels meeting ASTM D 6751 specification, prior to blending can be mixed up to 5% maximum by volume in petroleum diesel fuel. Detroit Diesel highly recommends biodiesel fuels made from soybean or rapeseed oil through the proper transesterification reaction process.
Other feedstock source of biodiesel fuels such as animal fat or cooking oils are not recommended by Detroit Diesel. The resulting mixture must meet ASTM D 975 specification. More information is available in the Detroit Diesel publication Lubricating Oil, Fuel, and Filters (7SE270). Fuel Contamination Generally, fuel contamination occurs as the result of improper fuel handling. The most common types of contamination are water, dirt, and microbial growth (“black slime”). The formation of varnishes and gums resulting from poor stability or extended storage (“stale fuel”) also affects fuel quality.
The best treatment for contamination is prevention by maintaining a clean storage system and choosing a reputable fuel supplier. Supplemental additives are not recommended due to potential injector system or engine damage. Our experience has been that such additives increase operating costs without providing benefit. Failures attributed to the use of biodiesel fuel will not be covered by Detroit Diesel product warranty. Also, any engine performance problem related to the use of biodiesel fuel would not be recognized nor considered Detroit Diesel's responsibility. The use of supplemental fuel additives does not necessarily void the engine warranty.
However, repair expenses which result from fuel system or engine component malfunctions or damage attributed to their use will not be covered. Prohibited Additives The following fuel additives are not allowed and MUST NOT be mixed with diesel fuel: 94 All information subject to change without notice. (Rev. 04/08) DDC-SVC-MAN-0040 0704 Copyright © 2008 DETROIT DIESEL CORPORATION