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Product: MARINE ENGINE

Model: C32 MARINE ENGINE RNY00630
Configuration: C32 Marine Engine RNY00001-UP

Operation and Maintenance Manual

C32 Marine Engine
Media Number -SEBU7782-10 Publication Date -01/04/2015 Date Updated -29/05/2019

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Fluid Recommendations
SMCS - 1280; 1348; 1395; 7560

Diesel Engine Oil

Cat Diesel Engine Oil (Cat DEO)
Cat oils have been developed and tested in order to provide the full performance and service life that
has been designed and built into Cat engines. Cat oils are currently used to fill Cat Diesel Engines at
the factory. These oils are offered by Cat dealers for continued use when the engine oil is changed.
Consult your Cat dealer for more information on these oils.

Due to significant variations in the quality and in the performance of commercially available oils,
Caterpillar makes the following recommendations:

Table 1
Cat Lubricants Viscosity Grade
SAE 15W-40
Cat DEO-ULS
Diesel Engine Oil-Ultra Low Sulfur SAE 10W-30
Cat Cold Weather DEO-ULS SAE 0W-40
SAE 15W-40
Diesel Engine Oil Cat DEO
SAE 10W-30

Note: Cat DEO-ULS and Cat DEO multigrade oils are the preferred oils for use in this Cat Diesel
Engine.

Commercial Oil

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Note: Non-Cat commercial oils are second choice oils for your engine.

NOTICE

Caterpillar does not warrant the quality or performance of non-Cat

fluids.

The three current Caterpillar ECF specifications are: Cat ECF-1-a, Cat ECF-2 and Cat ECF-3. Each
higher Cat ECF specification provides increased performance over lower Cat ECF specifications.

A commercial oil must meet the following standards to be considered an equivalent of a Cat Diesel
Engine Oil:

Table 2
Cat Engine Crankcase Fluids (ECF) Definitions
Cat Performance
Cat ECF Specifications Requirements
Requirement
Cat ECF-3 API CJ-4 Oil Category performance requirements
API CI-4 / CI-4 PLUS Oil Category performance requirements
Cat ECF-2 Passing standard Cat C13 engine test per API requirements
Oils of sulfated ash > 1.50 percent are not allowed
API CH-4 Oil Category performance requirements
For oils that are between 1.30 percent and 1.50 percent sulfated ash,
Cat ECF-1-a
passing one additional Cat 1P SCOTE test ("ASTM D6681") is required
Oils of sulfated ash > 1.50 percent are not allowed

In selecting oil for any engine application, both of the following must be satisfied: the oil viscosity
and the category of oil performance or the specification for oil performance . Using only one of these
parameters will not sufficiently define oil for an engine application.

The proper SAE viscosity grade of oil is determined by the following temperatures: minimum
ambient temperature during cold engine start-up and maximum ambient temperature during engine
operation.

Refer to Table 3 (minimum temperature) in order to determine the required oil viscosity for starting a
cold engine.

Refer to Table 3 (maximum temperature) in order to select the oil viscosity for engine operation at the
highest ambient temperature that is anticipated.

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Note: Generally, use the highest oil viscosity that is available to meet the requirement for the
temperature at start-up.

Table 3
Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures
°C °F
Oil Type and Performance Requirements Oil Viscosities
Min Max Min Max
Cat DEO-ULS Cold Weather SAE 0W-40 −40 40 −40 104

Cat DEO-ULS SAE 10W-30 −18 40 0 104

Cat DEO SAE 15W-40 −10 50 14 122
SAE 0W-40 −40 40 −40 104
SAE 5W-30 −30 30 −22 86
SAE 0W-30 −40 30 −40 86
Commercial Oils ECF-1a, ECF-2, ECF-3 SAE 5W-40 −30 50 −22 122
SAE 10W-30 −18 40 0 104
SAE 10W-40 −18 50 0 122
SAE 15W-40 −9.5 50 15 122

Note: A cold soaked start occurs when the engine has not been operated recently, allowing the oil to
become more viscous due to cooler ambient temperatures. Supplemental heat is recommended for
cold soaked starts below the minimum ambient temperature. Supplemental heat may be necessary for
cold soaked starts that are above the minimum temperature depending on factors such as parasitic
load.

Total Base Number (TBN) and Fuel Sulfur Levels

The use of Cat S·O·S Services oil analysis is recommended strongly for determining oil life.

The minimum required Total Base Number (TBN) for oil depends on the fuel sulfur level. The TBN
for new oil is typically determined by the "ASTM D2896" procedure. For direct injection engines that
use distillate fuel, the following guidelines apply:

Table 4
TBN recommendations for applications in Cat Engines
Fuel Sulfur Level percent (ppm) Cat Engine Oils (1) TBN of Commercial Engine Oils
Cat DEO-ULS
0.05 percent (500ppm) Min 7
Cat DEO
>0.05-0.2 percent (>500- 2000 ppm) (2) Min 10

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Cat DEO-ULS
Cat DEO
Above 0.2 percent (above 2000ppm) (3)(4) Cat DEO (5) Min 10
(1)
Cat DEO-ULS applies to Cat DEO-ULS SAE 15W-40, SAE10W-30 and Cat DEO Cold Weather SAE 0W-40. Cat
DEO applies to Cat DEO SAE 15W-40 and SAE 10W-30.
(2)
Use of an oil analysis program to determine oil drain intervals is strongly recommended if fuel sulfur is between
0.05% (500 ppm) and 0.5% (5000 ppm).
(3)
Use of an oil analysis program to determine oil drain intervals is required if fuel sulfur is above 0.5% (5000 ppm).
(4)
For fuels of sulfur levels that exceed 1.0 percent (10,000 ppm), refer to TBN and engine oil guidelines given in Special
Publication, SEBU6251, "Cat Commercial Diesel Engine Fluids Recommendations", "Engine Oil".
(5)
Cat DEO-ULS may be used if an oil analysis program is followed. High fuel sulfur levels may reduce the oil drain
intervals.

S·O·S Services Oil Analysis

Caterpillar has developed a maintenance tool that evaluates oil degradation. the maintenance
management also detects the early signs of wear on internal components. The Caterpillar tool for oil
analysis is called S·O·S oil analysis and the tool is part of the S·O·S Services program. S·O·S oil
analysis divides oil analysis into four categories:

• Component wear rate

• Oil condition

• Oil contamination

• Identification of oil

These four types of analysis are used to monitor the condition of your equipment. The four types of
analysis will also help you identify potential problems. A properly administered S·O·S oil analysis
program will reduce repair costs and the program will lessen the impact of downtime.

The S·O·S Oil Analysis program uses a wide range of tests to determine the condition of the oil and
the crankcase. Guidelines that are based on experience and a correlation to failures have been
established for these tests. Exceeding one or more of these guidelines could indicate serious fluid
degradation or a pending component failure. A trained person at your Cat dealership should make the
final analysis.

NOTICE

Always use a designated pump for oil sampling, and use a separate
designated pump for coolant sampling. Using the same pump for both
types of samples may contaminate the samples that are being drawn.
This contaminate may cause a false analysis and an incorrect
interpretation that could lead to concerns by both dealers and
customers.

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Refer to Special Publication, SEBU6251, "Cat Commercial Diesel Engine Fluids Recommendations"
in order to obtain additional information about S·O·S Services oil analysis. You can also contact your
local Cat dealer.

Fuel
Note: Caterpillar strongly recommends the filtration of fuel through a fuel filter with a rating of four
microns(c) absolute or less. This filtration should be located on the device that dispenses the fuel to
the fuel tank for the engine. This filtration should also be located on the device that dispenses fuel
from the bulk storage tank. Series filtration is recommended.

NOTICE

In order to meet expected fuel system component life, 4 micron(c)

absolute or less secondary fuel filtration is required for all Cat Diesel
Engines that are equipped with unit injected fuel systems. All current
Cat Diesel Engines are factory equipped with Cat Advanced Efficiency
4 micron(c) absolute fuel filters.

Caterpillar does not warrant the quality or performance of non-Cat

fluids and filters.

For more information, refer to Special Publication, SEBU6251, "Cat Commercial Diesel Engine
Fluids Recommendations" or consult your Cat dealer for further information.

Specifications for Distillate Diesel Fuel

Note: Diesel fuel used to operate a Cat Marine Diesel Engine which is certified to US EPA Tier 3
Standards must also meet the “Cat Specification for Distillate Diesel Fuel for Off-Highway Diesel
Engines”. The acceptability of these fuels for use is determined on a case by case basis. A complete
fuel analysis is required. Consult your Cat dealer for further information.

NOTICE

The footnotes are a key part of the “Caterpillar Specification for

Distillate Diesel Fuel for Off-Highway Diesel Engines” Table. Read
ALL of the footnotes.

Table 5
Caterpillar Specification for Distillate Fuel for Nonroad Diesel Engines

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Specifications Requirements ASTM Test ISO Test

Aromatics 35% maximum "D1319" "ISO 3837"
Ash 0.01% maximum (weight) "D482" "ISO 6245"
Carbon Residue on
0.35% maximum (weight) "D524" "ISO 4262"
10% Bottoms
40 minimum (DI engines) "D613"
Cetane Number (1) or "ISO 5165"
35 minimum (PC engines) "D6890"
The cloud point must not exceed the
Cloud Point "D2500" "ISO 3015"
lowest expected ambient temperature.
Copper Strip
No. 3 maximum "D130" "ISO 2160"
Corrosion
10% at 282 °C (540 °F)
maximum
Distillation "D86" "ISO 3405"
90% at 360 °C (680 °F)
maximum
Flash Point legal limit "D93" "ISO 2719"
No
Minimum of 80% reflectance after aging
Thermal Stability "D6468" equivalent
for 180 minutes at 150 °C (302 °F)
test
30 minimum No
API Gravity (2) "D287" equivalent
45 maximum test
6 °C (10 °F) minimum below ambient
Pour Point "D97" "ISO 3016"
temperature
"D5453" ISO 20846
Sulfur (3)(4)
or or
"D2622" ISO 20884
1.4 cSt minimum and 20.0 cSt maximum
as delivered to the fuel injection pumps
Kinematic Viscosity 1.4 cSt minimum and 4.5 cSt maximum as - -
delivered to the rotary fuel injection
pumps
"D1796" or
Water and Sediment 0.05% maximum "ISO 3734"
"D2709"
No
Water 0.05% maximum "D6304" equivalent
test

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Sediment 0.05% maximum (weight) "D473" "ISO 3735"

Gums and Resins (5) 10 mg per 100 mL maximum "D381" "ISO 6246"
(1)
Alternatively, to ensure a minimum cetane number of 35 (PC engines), and 40 (DI engines), distillate diesel fuel
should have a minimum cetane index of 37.5 (PC engines), and 44.2 (DI engines) when the "ASTM D4737-96a" test
method is used. A fuel with a higher cetane number may be required for operation at a higher altitude or in cold
weather.
(2)
Via standards tables, the equivalent kg/m3 (kilograms per cubic meter) using the "ASTM D287" test method
temperature of 15.56° C (60° F) for the minimum API gravity of 30 is 875.7 kg/m3, and for the maximum API gravity
of 45 is 801.3 kg/m3.
(3)
Certain Cat fuel systems and engine components can operate on fuel with a maximum sulfur content of 3%. Contact
your Cat dealer for guidance about appropriate maintenance intervals and fluids for engines operating on fuel with
sulfur levels between 0.1% and 3%.
(4)
An engine which operates on fuel with 0.1% (1000 ppm) of sulfur or more is operating in a severe service application.
Refer to this Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Severe Service Application" for information about operating an
engine in a severe service application.
(5)
Follow the test conditions and procedures for gasoline (motor).

Biodiesel
A biodiesel blend of up to 20 percent may be used in the engine when the fuel blend meets the
recommendations in table 6 and meets the recommendations in Special Publication, SEBU6251,
"Biodiesel". A blend of greater than 20 percent biodiesel may be acceptable in some cases. See your
Cat dealer for more information.

Note: A complete Cat S·O·S Services oil analysis program is recommended strongly when using
biodiesel blends above 5 percent.

Table 6
Biodiesel Blends for Cat Commercial Diesel Engines
Biodiesel blend stock Final blend Distillate diesel fuel used for blend
B20: "ASTM D7467" Caterpillar distillate diesel fuel
Caterpillar biodiesel specification,
and "API" gravity 30- specification, "ASTM D975" or
"ASTM D6751" or "EN14214"
45 "EN590"

Fuel Additives

Cat Diesel Fuel Conditioner

Cat Diesel Fuel Conditioner is a proprietary formulation that has been extensively tested for use with
distillate diesel fuels for use in Cat Diesel Engines. Cat Diesel Fuel Conditioner is a high performance
diesel fuel conditioner for use with lower quality fuels that do not meet the minimum requirements of
any of the following:

• “Caterpillar Specification for Distillate Diesel Fuel”

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• National Conference on Weights and Measures (NCWM) Premium Diesel definition (refer to
the 2004 or newer National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST) Handbook).

• EN590 (non-arctic)

• ASTM D975

Cat Diesel Fuel Conditioner is the only fuel conditioner/additive available to the end user that is tested
and approved by Caterpillar for use in Cat Diesel Engines.

Refer to Special Publication, SEBU6251, "Cat Commercial Diesel Engine Fluids Recommendations"
for information about the use of Cat Diesel Fuel Conditioner.

Cat Diesel Fuel System Cleaner

Note: Cat Diesel Fuel System Cleaner is the only fuel system cleaner available to the end user that is
tested and approved by Caterpillar for use in Cat Diesel Engines.

Cat Diesel Fuel System Cleaner is a proven high performance detergent product designed specifically
for cleaning deposits that form in the fuel system. Deposits in the fuel system reduce system
performance and can increase fuel consumption. Cat Diesel Fuel System Cleaner addresses the
deposits formed due to the use of degraded diesel fuel, poor quality diesel fuel, and diesel fuel
containing high quantities of high molecular weight compounds. Cat Diesel Fuel System Cleaner
addresses deposits formed due to the use of biodiesel, biodiesel blends, and biodiesel that does not
meet the appropriate quality specifications. Continued use of Cat Diesel Fuel System Cleaner is
proven to inhibit the growth of new deposits.

Caterpillar strongly recommends that Cat Diesel Fuel System Cleaner be used with biodiesel and
biodiesel blends. Cat Diesel Fuel System Cleaner is suitable for use with biodiesel/biodiesel blends
that meet Caterpillar biodiesel recommendations and requirements. Not all fuel cleaners are suitable
for use with biodiesel/biodiesel blends. Read and follow all applicable label usage instructions. Also,
refer to Special Publication, SEBU6251, "Cat Commercial Diesel Engine Fluids Recommendations",
"Distillate Diesel Fuel", article and also refer to the “Biodiesel” article, which includes Caterpillar
biodiesel recommendations and requirements.

Aftermarket Fuel Additives

There are many different types of fuel additives that are available to use. Caterpillar does not
generally recommend the use of fuel additives.

In special circumstances, Caterpillar recognizes the need for fuel additives. Use fuel additives with
caution. The additive may not be compatible with the fuel. Some additives may precipitate. This
action causes deposits in the fuel system. The deposits may cause seizure. Some additives may plug
fuel filters. Some additives may be corrosive, and some additives may be harmful to the elastomers in
the fuel system. Some additives may damage emission control systems. Some additives may raise fuel
sulfur levels above the maximum levels that are allowed by the following agencies: EPA and other
regulatory agencies. Contact your fuel supplier for those circumstances when fuel additives are
required. Your fuel supplier can make recommendations for additives to use and for the proper level
of treatment.

Note: For best results, your fuel supplier should treat the fuel when additives are needed.

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Cooling System
Note: Refer to Special Publication , SEBU6251, "Cat Commercial Diesel Engine Fluids
Recommendations" for complete information about the proper fluids for use in the cooling system.

The cooling system operates under pressure which is controlled by the

radiator pressure cap. Removing the cap while the system is hot may
allow the escape of hot coolant and steam, causing serious burns.

Before you remove the radiator cap, allow the system to cool. Use a
thick cloth and turn the radiator cap slowly to the first stop to allow
pressure to escape before fully removing the cap.

Avoid contact with coolant.

NOTICE

Never add coolant to an overheated engine. Engine damage could

result. Allow the engine to cool first.

NOTICE

If the engine is to be stored in, or shipped to an area with below

freezing temperatures, the cooling system must be either protected to
the lowest outside temperature or drained completely in order to
prevent damage caused by freezing coolant.

Never operate an engine without water temperature regulators in the cooling system. Water
temperature regulators help to maintain the engine coolant at the proper operating temperature.
Cooling system problems can develop without water temperature regulators. Removing the regulators
allows some coolant to bypass the radiator, potentially causing overheating.

Coolant Recommendations
Note: A Cat Diesel Engine equipped with air-to-air aftercooling (ATAAC) requires a minimum of 30
percent glycol to help prevent water pump cavitation.

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Table 7
Coolant Recommendations for use in Cat Diesel Engines
Service
Required
Recommendations Product Hours(1)
(2)(3) Maintenance

Add Cat ELC

12000
Cat ELC (Cat Extended Life Extender at 6000
hours or
Coolant) service hours or one
6 years
half of service life
Preferred
Add Cat ELC
12000
Cat ELI (Cat Extended Life Extender at 6000
hours or
Inhibitor) service hours or one
6 years
half of service life
Cat EC-1 specification and
"ASTM D6210" and
Organic Additive Technology
(OAT) based on a combination of
a monocarboxylic acid and a
dicarboxylic acid 6000 Add Extender at 3000
Min requirements Phosphate, borate, and silicate hours or service hours or one
free 6 years half of service life
Tolyltriazole: minimum typical
concnetration of 900 ppm
Nitrite: minimum typical
concentration of 500 ppm in new
coolants
SCA (Supplemental
3000
Cat DEAC (Cat Diesel Engine coolant additive) at
Acceptable hours or
Antifreeze/Coolant) maintenance
3 years
intervals
"ASTM D6210" and
Nitrite (as NO2) concentration:
Minimum of 1200 ppm (70
Min requirements for fully 3000
grains/US gal) and maximum of SCA at maintenance
formulated Heavy Duty hours or
2400 ppm (140 grains/US gal) intervals
Commercial coolants 2 years
Silicon concentration: minimum
of 100 ppm and maximum of 275
ppm
Min requirements for "ASTM D4985" and(1) 3000 SCA at initial fill and
Commercial coolants Nitrite (as NO2) concentration: hours or SCA at maintenance
requiring SCA precharge Minimum of 1200 ppm (70 1 year intervals
grains/US gal) and maximum of
2400 ppm (140 grains/US gal)
Silicon concentration: minimum

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of 100 ppm and maximum of 275

ppm
(1)
New Coolants at 50 volume percent diluted. Coolants that are prediluted at the coolant manufacturer must be diluted
with water that meets Reagent 4 "ASTM D1193" requirements.
(2)
Maintain the in-service coolant at the given limits.
(3)
When referring to the service hours, use the interval that occurs first. These coolant change intervals are only
achievable with annual S·O·S Services Level 2 coolant sampling analysis.

Table 8
Special Requirements
Cat C7-C32 Marine Engines with
heat exchangers Minimum of 30% glycol is required. 50% Glycol is
recommended. Water alone or water with SCA or with ELI is
Cat diesel engines equipped with NOT allowed.
air-to-air aftercooling (ATAAC)

NOTICE

Use Only Approved SCAs and Extenders

Conventional coolants require the maintenance addition of SCA

throughout the expected life of the coolants. Do NOT use an SCA with
a coolant unless approved specifically by the coolant supplier. The
coolant manufacturer is responsible for ensuring compatibility and
acceptable performance.

To help ensure expected performance, EC-1 coolants require the one

time maintenance addition of an extender at coolant service mid-life.
Do not use an extender with a coolant unless the extender has been
approved specifically for use by the coolant manufacturer. The coolant
manufacturer is responsible for ensuring compatibility and acceptable
performance.

Failure to follow these recommendations can result in shortened

cooling system component life.

Cat ELC can be recycled into conventional coolants.

For more information, refer to Special Publication, SEBU6251, "Cat Commercial Diesel Engine
Fluids Recommendations".

S·O·S Services Coolant Analysis

Testing the engine coolant is important to ensure that the engine is protected from internal cavitation
and corrosion. The analysis also tests the ability of the coolant to protect the engine from boiling and

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freezing. S·O·S coolant analysis can be done at your Cat dealer. Cat S·O·S coolant analysis is the best
way to monitor the condition of your coolant and your cooling system. S·O·S coolant analysis is a
program that is based on periodic samples.

Table 9
Recommended Interval
Type of Coolant Level 1 Level 2
Cat DEAC
Every 250 hours Yearly(1)
Conventional Heavy-Duty Coolants
Cat ELC
Cat ELI Optional Yearly(1)
Commercial EC-1 Coolants
(1)
The Level 2 Coolant Analysis should be performed sooner if a problem is suspected or identified.

Note: Check the SCA (Supplemental Coolant Additive) of the conventional coolant at every oil
change or at every 250 hours. Perform this check at the interval that occurs first.

S·O·S Services Coolant Analysis (Level 1)

A coolant analysis (Level 1) is a test of the properties of the coolant.

The following properties of the coolant are tested:

• Glycol concentration for freeze protection and boil protection

• Ability to protect from erosion and corrosion

• pH

• Conductivity

• Visual analysis

• Odor analysis

The results are reported, and appropriate recommendations are made.

S·O·S Services Coolant Analysis (Level 2)

A coolant analysis (Level 2) is a comprehensive chemical evaluation of the coolant. This analysis is
also a check of the overall condition of the cooling system.

The S·O·S coolant analysis (Level 2) has the following features:

• Full coolant analysis (Level 1)

• Identification of metal corrosion and of contaminants

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• Identification of buildup of the impurities that cause corrosion

• Identification of buildup of the impurities that cause scaling

• Determination of the possibility of electrolysis within the cooling system of the engine

The results are reported, and appropriate recommendations are made.

For more information on S·O·S coolant analysis, consult your Cat dealer.

Greases
If it is necessary to choose a single grease, always choose a grease that meets or exceeds the
requirements of the most demanding application. Remember that the products which barely meet the
minimum performance requirements can be expected to barely produce the minimum lives of your
parts. False economy is being used if a grease is purchased with the lowest cost as the only
consideration. Instead, use the grease that yields the lowest total operating cost. The cost should be
based on an analysis that includes the costs of parts, labor, downtime, and the cost of the amount of
grease that is required.

For more information, refer to Special Publication, SEBU6251, "Cat Commercial Diesel Engine
Fluids Recommendations".

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