{"id":2732,"date":"2024-08-04T14:44:53","date_gmt":"2024-08-04T14:44:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/svestudy.com\/?page_id=2732"},"modified":"2025-05-12T19:22:09","modified_gmt":"2025-05-12T19:22:09","slug":"mde-unit-9-q7","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/svestudy.com\/?page_id=2732","title":{"rendered":"MDE Unit 9 Q7"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/svestudy.com\/?page_id=3484\">Quiz<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/svestudy.com\/?page_id=2733\">Next Unit<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"224\" src=\"https:\/\/svestudy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-220-1024x224.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5940\" srcset=\"https:\/\/svestudy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-220-1024x224.png 1024w, https:\/\/svestudy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-220-300x66.png 300w, https:\/\/svestudy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-220-768x168.png 768w, https:\/\/svestudy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-220-1200x262.png 1200w, https:\/\/svestudy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-220.png 1364w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Describe the engine and system problems created by EACH of the following common contaminants in distillate fuel oil:<br>(a) water;(3)<br>(b) solids;(3)<br>(c) microbes.(4)<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-58e9b87a-75ff-4662-924f-0c2c2633528d\" data-mobilecollapse=\"true\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"false\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-ad55afc6-85ad-41d4-b0c3-638994b66eef\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-58e9b87a-75ff-4662-924f-0c2c2633528d\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-58e9b87a-75ff-4662-924f-0c2c2633528d\" style=\"color: #000000; \">Engine and System Problems Caused by Water in Distillate Fuel<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-58e9b87a-75ff-4662-924f-0c2c2633528d\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Water contamination in distillate fuel can lead to a range of engine and system problems:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Engine Problems:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Reduced engine performance:<\/strong> Water can interfere with the combustion process, leading to reduced power, misfiring, and increased fuel consumption.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Hydrolock:<\/strong> In severe cases, water can accumulate in the cylinders and cause hydrolock, which can severely damage the engine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Increased wear:<\/strong> Water can accelerate wear on engine components, such as cylinder walls, piston rings, and bearings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Corrosion:<\/strong> Water can contribute to corrosion of fuel system components, including tanks, lines, and injectors. \u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chevronlubricants.com\/en_us\/home\/learning\/from-chevron\/personal-rec-vechicles-and-equipment\/fighting-the-effects-of-corrosion-in-fuel-systems.html#:~:text=For%20example%2C%20as%20water%20corrodes,the%20fuel%20with%20hard%20particles.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chevronlubricants.com\/en_us\/home\/learning\/from-chevron\/personal-rec-vechicles-and-equipment\/fighting-the-effects-of-corrosion-in-fuel-systems.html#:~:text=For%20example%2C%20as%20water%20corrodes,the%20fuel%20with%20hard%20particles.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1. Fighting The Effects Of Corrosion In Fuel Systems | Chevron Lubricants (US) <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chevronlubricants.com\/en_us\/home\/learning\/from-chevron\/personal-rec-vechicles-and-equipment\/fighting-the-effects-of-corrosion-in-fuel-systems.html#:~:text=For%20example%2C%20as%20water%20corrodes,the%20fuel%20with%20hard%20particles.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chevronlubricants.com\/en_us\/home\/learning\/from-chevron\/personal-rec-vechicles-and-equipment\/fighting-the-effects-of-corrosion-in-fuel-systems.html#:~:text=For%20example%2C%20as%20water%20corrodes,the%20fuel%20with%20hard%20particles.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chevronlubricants.com\/en_us\/home\/learning\/from-chevron\/personal-rec-vechicles-and-equipment\/fighting-the-effects-of-corrosion-in-fuel-systems.html#:~:text=For%20example%2C%20as%20water%20corrodes,the%20fuel%20with%20hard%20particles.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chevronlubricants.com\/en_us\/home\/learning\/from-chevron\/personal-rec-vechicles-and-equipment\/fighting-the-effects-of-corrosion-in-fuel-systems.html#:~:text=For%20example%2C%20as%20water%20corrodes,the%20fuel%20with%20hard%20particles.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.chevronlubricants.com<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chevronlubricants.com\/en_us\/home\/learning\/from-chevron\/personal-rec-vechicles-and-equipment\/fighting-the-effects-of-corrosion-in-fuel-systems.html#:~:text=For%20example%2C%20as%20water%20corrodes,the%20fuel%20with%20hard%20particles.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">System Problems:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Fuel filter blockage:<\/strong> Water can cause the formation of ice crystals at low temperatures, blocking fuel filters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Injector damage:<\/strong> Water can damage fuel injectors by causing erosion and corrosion. \u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-triton.com\/2015\/10\/injector-damage-corrosion-clogs-are-effects-of-poor-quality-fuel\/#:~:text=If%20fuel%20is%20contaminated%20with,05%20percent%20by%20volume.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-triton.com\/2015\/10\/injector-damage-corrosion-clogs-are-effects-of-poor-quality-fuel\/#:~:text=If%20fuel%20is%20contaminated%20with,05%20percent%20by%20volume.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1. Injector damage, corrosion, clogs are effects of poor quality fuel | Triton <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-triton.com\/2015\/10\/injector-damage-corrosion-clogs-are-effects-of-poor-quality-fuel\/#:~:text=If%20fuel%20is%20contaminated%20with,05%20percent%20by%20volume.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-triton.com\/2015\/10\/injector-damage-corrosion-clogs-are-effects-of-poor-quality-fuel\/#:~:text=If%20fuel%20is%20contaminated%20with,05%20percent%20by%20volume.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-triton.com\/2015\/10\/injector-damage-corrosion-clogs-are-effects-of-poor-quality-fuel\/#:~:text=If%20fuel%20is%20contaminated%20with,05%20percent%20by%20volume.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-triton.com\/2015\/10\/injector-damage-corrosion-clogs-are-effects-of-poor-quality-fuel\/#:~:text=If%20fuel%20is%20contaminated%20with,05%20percent%20by%20volume.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.the-triton.com<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-triton.com\/2015\/10\/injector-damage-corrosion-clogs-are-effects-of-poor-quality-fuel\/#:~:text=If%20fuel%20is%20contaminated%20with,05%20percent%20by%20volume.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Fuel pump damage:<\/strong> Water can damage fuel pumps due to cavitation and increased wear.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Sensor malfunction:<\/strong> Water can interfere with the operation of fuel system sensors, leading to incorrect fuel delivery.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Microbial growth:<\/strong> Water provides an ideal environment for the growth of microorganisms, which can further contaminate the fuel and damage the fuel system. \u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/oilfast.co.uk\/what-are-the-different-types-of-fuel-contamination\/#:~:text=When%20too%20much%20water%20enters,it%20attracts%20and%20feeds%20bacteria.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/oilfast.co.uk\/what-are-the-different-types-of-fuel-contamination\/#:~:text=When%20too%20much%20water%20enters,it%20attracts%20and%20feeds%20bacteria.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1. What are the Different Types of Fuel Contamination? &#8211; Oilfast <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/oilfast.co.uk\/what-are-the-different-types-of-fuel-contamination\/#:~:text=When%20too%20much%20water%20enters,it%20attracts%20and%20feeds%20bacteria.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/oilfast.co.uk\/what-are-the-different-types-of-fuel-contamination\/#:~:text=When%20too%20much%20water%20enters,it%20attracts%20and%20feeds%20bacteria.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/oilfast.co.uk\/what-are-the-different-types-of-fuel-contamination\/#:~:text=When%20too%20much%20water%20enters,it%20attracts%20and%20feeds%20bacteria.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/oilfast.co.uk\/what-are-the-different-types-of-fuel-contamination\/#:~:text=When%20too%20much%20water%20enters,it%20attracts%20and%20feeds%20bacteria.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">oilfast.co.uk<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/oilfast.co.uk\/what-are-the-different-types-of-fuel-contamination\/#:~:text=When%20too%20much%20water%20enters,it%20attracts%20and%20feeds%20bacteria.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To prevent these problems, it&#8217;s essential to use water separators, conduct regular fuel inspections, and employ proper fuel handling practices.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-fafc995d-5783-4562-8288-53582590d102\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-1-58e9b87a-75ff-4662-924f-0c2c2633528d\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-58e9b87a-75ff-4662-924f-0c2c2633528d\" style=\"color: #000000; \">Engine and System Problems Caused by Solids in Distillate Fuel<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-1-58e9b87a-75ff-4662-924f-0c2c2633528d\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Solids in distillate fuel, such as dirt, rust, and wear particles, can cause significant problems for both the engine and the fuel system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading\">Engine Problems:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Increased wear:<\/strong> Solid particles can accelerate wear on engine components, including cylinder walls, piston rings, bearings, and fuel injectors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Reduced engine performance:<\/strong> The presence of solids can interfere with the combustion process, leading to reduced power, misfiring, and increased fuel consumption.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Injector damage:<\/strong> Solid particles can damage fuel injectors, causing them to become clogged or worn, resulting in poor fuel atomization and reduced engine performance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading\">System Problems:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Fuel filter blockage:<\/strong> Solids can clog fuel filters, restricting fuel flow and potentially causing engine stalling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Fuel pump damage:<\/strong> Solid particles can damage fuel pumps due to increased wear and abrasion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Sensor malfunction:<\/strong> Solids can interfere with the operation of fuel system sensors, leading to inaccurate readings and poor engine performance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To prevent these problems, it&#8217;s essential to use high-quality fuel filters, conduct regular fuel inspections, and maintain proper fuel handling practices.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-f4867b57-9aea-41d6-9021-ea2022b2d2b7\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-2-58e9b87a-75ff-4662-924f-0c2c2633528d\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-58e9b87a-75ff-4662-924f-0c2c2633528d\" style=\"color: #000000; \">Engine and System Problems Caused by Microbes in Distillate Fuel<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-2-58e9b87a-75ff-4662-924f-0c2c2633528d\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Microbial contamination, often referred to as &#8220;diesel bug,&#8221; can cause significant issues for both the engine and fuel system. \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/conidia.com\/diesel-bug\/#:~:text=Diesel%20bugs%2C%20through%20their%20metabolism,of%20the%20tank%20and%20injectors.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/conidia.com\/diesel-bug\/#:~:text=Diesel%20bugs%2C%20through%20their%20metabolism,of%20the%20tank%20and%20injectors.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1. Diesel Bug 101 &#8211; What Is It? How To Avoid It &#8211; Conidia Bioscience <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/conidia.com\/diesel-bug\/#:~:text=Diesel%20bugs%2C%20through%20their%20metabolism,of%20the%20tank%20and%20injectors.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/conidia.com\/diesel-bug\/#:~:text=Diesel%20bugs%2C%20through%20their%20metabolism,of%20the%20tank%20and%20injectors.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Engine Problems:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Reduced engine performance:<\/strong> Microbes produce a slimy substance that can clog fuel filters and injectors, leading to reduced engine power, misfiring, and increased fuel consumption. \u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.liqui-moly.com\/en\/service\/everything-that-moves-you\/unwanted-bacteria-in-the-tank-diesel-bugs-clogged-diesel-filters.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.liqui-moly.com\/en\/service\/everything-that-moves-you\/unwanted-bacteria-in-the-tank-diesel-bugs-clogged-diesel-filters.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1. Unwanted bacteria in the tank? Diesel bugs? Clogged diesel filters? | LIQUI MOLY <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.liqui-moly.com\/en\/service\/everything-that-moves-you\/unwanted-bacteria-in-the-tank-diesel-bugs-clogged-diesel-filters.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.liqui-moly.com\/en\/service\/everything-that-moves-you\/unwanted-bacteria-in-the-tank-diesel-bugs-clogged-diesel-filters.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.liqui-moly.com\/en\/service\/everything-that-moves-you\/unwanted-bacteria-in-the-tank-diesel-bugs-clogged-diesel-filters.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.liqui-moly.com\/en\/service\/everything-that-moves-you\/unwanted-bacteria-in-the-tank-diesel-bugs-clogged-diesel-filters.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.liqui-moly.com<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.liqui-moly.com\/en\/service\/everything-that-moves-you\/unwanted-bacteria-in-the-tank-diesel-bugs-clogged-diesel-filters.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Rough idle:<\/strong> Microbial contamination can cause the engine to idle roughly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Hard starting:<\/strong> Difficulty starting the engine can be a symptom of microbial contamination.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">System Problems:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Fuel filter blockage:<\/strong> The slimy substance produced by microbes can clog fuel filters, restricting fuel flow and potentially causing engine stalling. \u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/conidia.com\/fuel-contamination\/#:~:text=Microbial%20Contaminated%20fuel%20symptoms,tanks%20can%20start%20to%20leak.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/conidia.com\/fuel-contamination\/#:~:text=Microbial%20Contaminated%20fuel%20symptoms,tanks%20can%20start%20to%20leak.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1. How to handle Fuel Contamination | Conidia Bioscience <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/conidia.com\/fuel-contamination\/#:~:text=Microbial%20Contaminated%20fuel%20symptoms,tanks%20can%20start%20to%20leak.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/conidia.com\/fuel-contamination\/#:~:text=Microbial%20Contaminated%20fuel%20symptoms,tanks%20can%20start%20to%20leak.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/conidia.com\/fuel-contamination\/#:~:text=Microbial%20Contaminated%20fuel%20symptoms,tanks%20can%20start%20to%20leak.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/conidia.com\/fuel-contamination\/#:~:text=Microbial%20Contaminated%20fuel%20symptoms,tanks%20can%20start%20to%20leak.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">conidia.com<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/conidia.com\/fuel-contamination\/#:~:text=Microbial%20Contaminated%20fuel%20symptoms,tanks%20can%20start%20to%20leak.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Injector damage:<\/strong> Microbial growth can damage fuel injectors, leading to poor fuel atomization and reduced engine performance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Fuel tank corrosion:<\/strong> Some types of microbes can contribute to corrosion of fuel tanks and other fuel system components. \u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/safetyfirst.airbus.com\/fuel-microbiological-contamination-treatment\/#:~:text=Microorganisms%20can%20sometimes%20emit%20acid,can%20eventually%20lead%20to%20fuel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/safetyfirst.airbus.com\/fuel-microbiological-contamination-treatment\/#:~:text=Microorganisms%20can%20sometimes%20emit%20acid,can%20eventually%20lead%20to%20fuel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1. Fuel Microbiological Contamination Treatment &#8211; Safety First | Airbus <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/safetyfirst.airbus.com\/fuel-microbiological-contamination-treatment\/#:~:text=Microorganisms%20can%20sometimes%20emit%20acid,can%20eventually%20lead%20to%20fuel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/safetyfirst.airbus.com\/fuel-microbiological-contamination-treatment\/#:~:text=Microorganisms%20can%20sometimes%20emit%20acid,can%20eventually%20lead%20to%20fuel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/safetyfirst.airbus.com\/fuel-microbiological-contamination-treatment\/#:~:text=Microorganisms%20can%20sometimes%20emit%20acid,can%20eventually%20lead%20to%20fuel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/safetyfirst.airbus.com\/fuel-microbiological-contamination-treatment\/#:~:text=Microorganisms%20can%20sometimes%20emit%20acid,can%20eventually%20lead%20to%20fuel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">safetyfirst.airbus.com<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/safetyfirst.airbus.com\/fuel-microbiological-contamination-treatment\/#:~:text=Microorganisms%20can%20sometimes%20emit%20acid,can%20eventually%20lead%20to%20fuel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Fuel degradation:<\/strong> Microbial activity can degrade fuel quality, leading to further engine problems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To prevent these issues, it&#8217;s essential to maintain good fuel hygiene, use biocides when necessary, and regularly inspect the fuel system for signs of contamination.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Quiz Next Unit Describe the engine and system problems created by EACH of the following common contaminants in distillate fuel oil:(a) water;(3)(b) solids;(3)(c) microbes.(4)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"templates\/template-full-width.php","meta":{"nf_dc_page":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2732","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"featured_image_src":null,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/svestudy.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2732","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/svestudy.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/svestudy.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/svestudy.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/svestudy.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=2732"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/svestudy.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2732\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9626,"href":"https:\/\/svestudy.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2732\/revisions\/9626"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/svestudy.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=2732"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}