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Eng

ineering

Standard

Engineering StandardRolling Stock

ESR 0216

TESTING OF OIL USING MOBILFLOSTICK

Version 1.0

Issued March 2010

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Contents

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Introduction........................................................................................................................................3

2 Using the Flowstick...........................................................................................................................3

3 Referenced standards.......................................................................................................................3

3.1 RailCorp standards ...................................................................................................................3

Appendix A - Operation of Mobil Flowst ick .........................................................................................4


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1 Introduction

The Mobil Flostick viscosity tester allows the direct comparison of new and used oils.

This method is a quick and convenient way of checking the oil in an engine. The

percentage of dilution is not indicated. Accordingly, any test samples that do not fall inthe range marked "GOOD", should then be checked on a cup viscometer, where

available.

Where excessive dilution is indicated, the engine oil should be changed. Where

excessive sludging is indicated, the oil and filters should be changed.

When using the Flostick, it is essential that the new oil and the oil to be tested be

stabilised at equal temperatures and reservoir levels before testing. This is best done by

filling reservoirs with the oil and allowing the Flostick to stand for at least five minutes

prior to testing.

The Flostick should be thoroughly cleaned after use and stored safely to prevent damage

to the oil tracks.

The oil is to be tested using this method during Major and Interim Inspections.

Current instructions requiring oil samples to be sent for analysis should still be complied

with.

2 Using the Flowstick

Refer to Appendix A for explanation of what the Flowstick does and how to use it.

3 Referenced standards

3.1 RailCorp standards

ESR 0204 Major inspection for 48 class locomotives

ESR 0205 Interim inspection for 48 class locomotives


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Appendix A - Operation of Mobil Flowstick



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