Some Oil Misconceptions of Diesel Generator Set Oil

The main function of the engine oil (lubricating oil) in diesel generator sets is to lubricate the operating components of the set, as well as to dissipate heat, clean, seal, and prevent corrosion. There are clear regulations for the use of engine oil, but many users still fall into some misconceptions about the use of oil in diesel generator sets. These seemingly carefully cared for oil are actually "timed bombs". Have you been fooled?

Misconception 1: The more expensive the engine oil, the better

Engine oil is not necessarily better when it is more expensive. Dingbo Electric reminds users to fully understand their diesel generator model information before choosing engine oil. Different models of generators are suitable for different grades of engine oil.

In the API quality level classification, diesel engine oil is roughly divided from low to high into CA, CB, CC, CD, CE, CF, CF-4, CG-4, CH-4, CI-4, CJ-4, CK-4, etc. (-4 indicates that this grade of oil is suitable for four stroke diesel engines). In addition to the quality grade, the viscosity of the oil is also an important indicator to consider. When selecting oil, users should comprehensively consider the recommended viscosity of the engine model, actual usage, and regional temperature, and choose the appropriate oil.

Misconception 2: No habit of changing lubricating oil

This is a mistake that many users make. Many diesel generator users think that after reducing the lubricating oil, they only need to replenish it directly to the fixed scale, but they ignore the fact that the lubricating oil also needs to be completely replaced after a period of use. This is because the oil properties of the engine oil will deteriorate with the increase of usage time, and there will also be a certain amount of consumption in terms of quantity. If continued to be used, it may cause wear and tear on engine components. Users should regularly replace lubricating oil according to the maintenance manual of the diesel generator set manufacturer.

Misconception 3: Adding more engine oil is better

Some users, upon hearing that a decrease in fuel consumption can cause harm to the engine, simply add enough at once. Little did they know that adding oil beyond the standard not only fails to achieve the expected maintenance effect, but also increases the burden on the unit.

Generally, the height of adding engine oil should be slightly lower than the dipstick mark. If the standard value is exceeded, the excess oil will "mix" into the combustion chamber, causing the phenomenon of burning oil. In this case, not only will the oil be used less, but it will also accelerate the formation of carbon deposits in the combustion chamber.

Have you been hit by these oil misconceptions? Top Power Warm Reminder: In order to ensure stable, safe and reliable operation of diesel generator sets, users must learn to use the right and good oil, choose the correct specification of engine oil, and correctly add engine oil according to the maintenance manual to ensure stable performance of the unit.

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