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TESTING OF OIL USING MOBIL

FLOSTICK
Version 1.0
Issued March 2010

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Approved
by:

Chief Engineer Rolling Stock

Stephen White,
Technical Specialist, Rolling
Stock Performance Standards,
Rolling Stock Access Integrity

Authorised
by:

Michael Uhlig,
Manager,
Rolling Stock Access Integrity

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Date
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Based on TRS 1134

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Section

Contents
1 Introduction........................................................................................................................................3
2 Using the Flowstick...........................................................................................................................3
3 Referenced standards.......................................................................................................................3
3.1 RailCorp standards ...................................................................................................................3
Appendix A - Operation of Mobil Flowstick .........................................................................................4

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Introduction
The Mobil Flostick viscosity tester allows the direct comparison of new and used oils.
This method is a quick and convenient way of checking the oil in an engine. The
percentage of dilution is not indicated. Accordingly, any test samples that do not fall in
the range marked "GOOD", should then be checked on a cup viscometer, where
available.
Where excessive dilution is indicated, the engine oil should be changed.
excessive sludging is indicated, the oil and filters should be changed.

Where

When using the Flostick, it is essential that the new oil and the oil to be tested be
stabilised at equal temperatures and reservoir levels before testing. This is best done by
filling reservoirs with the oil and allowing the Flostick to stand for at least five minutes
prior to testing.
The Flostick should be thoroughly cleaned after use and stored safely to prevent damage
to the oil tracks.
The oil is to be tested using this method during Major and Interim Inspections.
Current instructions requiring oil samples to be sent for analysis should still be complied
with.

Using the Flowstick

Refer to Appendix A for explanation of what the Flowstick does and how to use it.

Referenced standards

3.1

RailCorp standards
ESR 0204 Major inspection for 48 class locomotives
ESR 0205 Interim inspection for 48 class locomotives

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Appendix A - Operation of Mobil Flowstick

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