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Visuals - Color, Oil, Fuel, Foam, Magnetic & Non-Magnetic Precipitate, Odor & Foam

Definition:

Visual Inspection identifies outside contamination sources or coolant degradation. Oil and fuel contamination can destroy rubber seals and changes in color may indicate changes in chemical composition or possible mixing of formulations. Foaming causes loss of heat transfer. Odor helps confirm the source of contamination and/or degradation sources. Non-magnetic precipitate can be an indication of inhibitor fallout, an outside contaminant or microbial growth. Rust may or may not be magnetic. Magnetic precipitate is an indication of ferrous corrosive wear.

Standard Test Method Used:

POLARIS Laboratories® Method

Reporting Measurement:

POLARIS Laboratories® visual test code

Amount of Sample Needed:

25 mL

Test Limitation:

Test is subjective.


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