Contamination Control

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July 2006

Cat® Filters

BULK FUEL FILTRATION

Introduction Caterpillar® Bulk Fuel Filtration systems, which will remove water and debris from bulk fuel storage units, are now available. Excessive amounts of dirt and/or water may be introduced into fuel during the transportation or storage process, which can prematurely plug and reduce fuel filter service intervals as well as accelerate fuel system component wear. In order to maximize the engine life, diesel fuel supplied to the fuel tank should have a maximum particulate level of ISO 18/16/13 with a maximum water content level of 0.1% (1,000 ppm). The Caterpillar Bulk Fuel Filtration system ensures that only clean fuel enters the fuel tank.

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Applications The Caterpillar Bulk Fuel Filtration system is intended for use in any application where users store fuel for machines or engines. The filter coalescer units are placed in series between the fuel pump on the fuel storage tank and the fuel station. Smaller units are intended for remote day tank or fuel truck applications. The system does not require electrical power unless they are used in extremely cold climates. An optional electric fuel heater is available for cold climates where water removed from the fuel may freeze. The maximum fuel flow rate of the users fuel supply system determines the size of the filter coalescer filtration system. Four different units are available.

Part Number 284-0413 284-0415 284-0416 295-0048 Fuel Flow Rate 50 gpm 100 gpm 200 gpm...