Dales Super Store - Fuel Contamination Kits

Common Fuel Contamination Causes

• Water Ingress: Water can enter the fuel system through various means such as condensation, leaks in storage tanks or pipelines, or improper fuel handling. Water contamination can lead to the formation of corrosive compounds, promote microbial growth, and cause fuel injector and pump damage.
• Microbial Growth: Microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and algae, can grow in diesel fuel under certain conditions. They thrive in the presence of water and organic matter in the fuel. Microbial contamination can clog filters, produce acidic byproducts, and cause fuel degradation.
• Sediment and Particulate Matter: Dirt, dust, rust, and other particulate matter can find their way into the fuel during storage, transportation, or dispensing processes. These contaminants can clog fuel filters, cause abrasive wear in the fuel system, and affect fuel combustion efficiency.
• Poor Storage Practices: Improper storage of diesel fuel, such as extended exposure to sunlight, high temperatures, or air exposure, can accelerate fuel degradation and increase the likelihood of contamination. Contaminants from the storage environment may also enter the fuel.
• Fuel Mixing: Mixing different grades or types of diesel fuel, or introducing additives of questionable quality, can result in fuel contamination. Incompatible fuels or additives can create chemical reactions or form insoluble compounds that negatively affect fuel performance.
• Equipment Malfunctions: Malfunctioning fuel storage tanks, delivery systems, or dispensing equipment can introduce contaminants into the diesel fuel. For example, a faulty fuel pump or a deteriorated seal can allow impurities to enter the fuel system.