PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
AMSOIL Cold Flow Improver (ACF) is formulated with
an advanced deicer to enhance fuel flow and help
prevent fuel filter plugging in cold temperatures. It is
formulated for a broad range of diesel fuels, including
#1 diesel, #2 diesel, biodiesel and ultra-low-sulfur
diesel (ULSD).
Reduces Need for #1 Diesel Fuel
One traditional solution to cold weather problems
in diesel fuel is using #1 diesel fuel, which is
diluted with kerosene. While #1 diesel fuel has an
advantage in low-temperature operability, it has
several disadvantages. The energy content of #1
diesel fuel is about 95 percent that of #2 diesel
fuel, resulting in reduced fuel economy and less
horsepower. In addition, the kerosene used in #1
diesel fuel provides less lubrication for the fuel pump
and fuel distributor, increasing the likelihood for wear
on these critical components. AMSOIL Cold Flow
Improver minimizes the need for blending standard
#2 diesel fuel with lower-quality #1 diesel fuel,
helping to maintain fuel economy and keep engines
functioning normally.
Superior Cold Filter Plugging
Point Depression
As the temperature drops, the wax naturally found in
diesel fuel begins to form crystals. The point at which
wax crystals form is known as the cloud point. These
wax crystals eventually clog the fuel filter and starve the
engine of fuel, preventing it from starting. While low quality
fuels may form wax crystals in temperatures as
warm as 40ºF (4ºC), most fuels have a cloud point near
32ºF (0ºC). The point at which the crystals clog the fuel
filter is known as the cold filter plugging point (CFPP).
AMSOIL Cold Flow Improver lowers the CFPP by as
much as 34ºF (19ºC) in ULSD.
Additional Benefits
AMSOIL Cold Flow Improver uses a jet-fuel-type deicer
that disperses water to control ice formation throughout
the fuel system. It inhibits wax crystal formation and can
improve diesel pour point by as much as 58ºF (32ºC),
allowing fuel to flow to the engine more easily and
improving diesel engine reliability in cold temperatures.
Concentrated ACF vs. ACF
Blended with Fuel
AMSOIL Cold Flow Improver will not show any signs of
solidifying until the temperature reaches -22ºF (-30ºC).
Still, AMSOIL recommends storing Cold Flow Improver
at temperatures above 0ºF (-18ºC). AMSOIL Cold Flow
Improver will only freeze in its concentrated state, not
when it is mixed with fuel. It is designed to be mixed with
diesel fuel, at which point ACF dissolves and effectively
improves diesel fuel cold-temperature properties.
Freezing will not harm ACF and it can be used after it
is thawed.
Application Information
AMSOIL Cold Flow Improver is specially formulated
for improving the flow of fuel, helping to maintain the
integrity of fuel and preventing the clogging of filters and
injectors. It is excellent for use with diesel fuels, heating
oils and kerosene. Two oz. of AMSOIL Cold Flow
Improver treats five gallons of fuel, or one 16 oz. bottle
for 40 gallons. The clear bottles feature an easy-to-read
graduation label for accurate dispensing, helping to
ensure proper treat ratios.
DANGER: COMBUSTIBLE. HARMFUL OR FATAL IF
SWALLOWED. HARMFUL IF INHALED OR ABSORBED
THROUGH SKIN. EYE AND SKIN IRRITANT. KEEP OUT
OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Carefully read precautions
on label of AMSOIL Cold Flow Improver container
before use. A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is
available online at www.amsoil.com or upon request
at (715) 392-7101.
