SLEEVE 6B8505 - Caterpillar

Lubrication System
Lubricant Recommendations
Due to significant variations in the quality and in the performance of commercially available oils, Caterpillar makes the following recommendations:
Cat NGEO (Natural Gas Engine Oil)
Cat NGEO EL350 ( Natural Gas Engine Oil) The proper SAE viscosity grade of oil is determined by the minimum ambient temperature during cold engine start-up, and the maximum ambient temperature during engine operation. To determine the oil viscosity that is required for starting a cold soaked engine, refer to the minimum temperature in Table 1. To select the oil viscosity for operation at the highest anticipated ambient temperature, refer to the maximum temperature in the Table. Use the highest oil viscosity that is available in order to meet the required temperature during start-up.
Table 1
Engine Oil Viscosity
Cat NGEO
Grade of Viscosity Ambient Temperature
Minimum Maximum
SAE 30(1) 0 °C (32 °F) 40 °C (104 °F)
SAE 40(1) 5 °C (41 °F) 50 °C (122 °F)
(1) Cat NGEO is available in these grades only. Multigrade oils are NOT recommended for use in Cat Gas Engines. If other grades of viscosity are selected, ensure that the oil meets the requirements for Cat Gas Engines.For further information about oils, see Special Publication, SEBU6400, "Cat Gas Engine Lubricant, Fuel, and Coolant Recommendations".Fuel
Fuel Recommendations
Cat gas engines will operate successfully on a broad range of gaseous fuels. Pipeline natural gas has been used for many years. Commercial fuel gases are mixtures of gases. These fuels consist primarily of hydrocarbons (combinations of hydrogen and carbon) and some inert gases. The compositions of these gas mixtures have extreme variations. Fuels such as wellhead gas, bio-gas, and manufactured gas need to be reviewed for acceptability. Analyze the fuel in order to determine the following characteristics:
Composition
Contaminants
Heat value
Methane number
Specific gravityField gas can have varying characteristics of combustion. Field gas can contain numerous harmful impurities. The impurities can alter the BTU content. The impurities can also alter the methane number. The impurities include everything from water up to complex hydrocarbons that can lead to detonation and severe engine damage. To minimize these effects, Caterpillar recommends the following guidelines:
Evaluate the fuel with the Cat Methane Number Program, LEKQ6378. Methane values below 30 are not recommended for use in a Cat engine. Fuels with a methane number that is below 30 must first be processed in order to remove harmful impurities in the fuel and raising the methane number into the acceptable range.
If necessary, use an engine that is configured for a fuel that has a high energy. Consult the appropriate manual for the engine in order to determine the recommended engine timing.
Reduce the oil change interval according to the results of the oil analysis. For further information on fuels, see Special Publication, SEBU6400, "Cat Gas Engine Lubricant, Fuel, and Coolant Recommendations".Cooling System
Coolant Recommendations
During shipping and storage, the engine must be protected from damage that can be caused by freezing of