Oil sampling and oil analysisThe purpose of oil sampling is to achieve the highest level of machine performance and reliability by checking the condition and the contamination level of the oil. Based on the oil analysis results benchmarks can be established and machines with critical levels will be identified. Where to take an oil sample?Derive the oil from a preferably upwards pointing pipe with continuous flow to produce a representative sample. Sampling points fitted on the lower perimeter of a pipe tend to allow depositing of particles in the sampling valve. If no off-line filter system is installed a vacuum type sampling pump is a valid option. In such case the sample should be drawn 10 cm off the lowest part of the tank. To take an oil sample, the following is required:
Please read the following instructions carefully before taking the oil sample.
Samples should only be collected with the machine operating at normal working temperature. When sampling for particle counting the method is very important.
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