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1.5 Fuels and Fuel Management
The boiler system is composed of several components and subsystems that work together for
efficient and safe operation. In order for the system to function as designed, good fuel
management practice must be followed.
1.5.1 Fuels
EnergyLogic boilers are listed
by Underwriters’ Laboratories (U.L.) for the U.S. and Canada,
operating on the following fuels:
Used Crankcase Oil.
Used Automatic Transmission Fluid.
ASTM D396 No. 2 Fuel Oil.
DO NOT USE GASOLINE OR ANY OIL CONTAINING GASOLINE.
Fuel mixtures must have a minimum flash point of 140°F (60°C) and the maximum flash point
of approximately 400°F (204°C). Mixtures shall not contain hazardous waste.
Never
mix inappropriate or hazardous material with the used oil. Examples of
substances that should never be added include but are not limited to:
Gasoline
Kerosene
Hazardous Waste
Anti-freeze
Carburetor Cleaner
Paint Thinner
Any Chlorinated Material
Parts Washer Solvents
Oil Additives
Animal Fats
Brake Fluid
The addition of inappropriate substances to the fuel is not approved and can
lead to poor equipment performance, premature product failure, and/or explosive/hazardous
conditions. Burning of fuels that contain unapproved substances will void the product warranty
and the UL listing. If you have any question about what is contained in your used oil, it is your
responsibility to have the oil analyzed prior to burning.
Contact EnergyLogic Technical Services if you have questions about a particular fuel type, or if
you need fuel analysis. For a nominal fee, EnergyLogic Technical Services will provide a
professional fuel analysis. You will be provided with instructions in order to collect an oil
sample to be sent out for analysis. Specify the type of analysis that is needed.
Call 1-
800-347-9575
for Technical Support
