Biodiesel Benefits

* Economical:

Locally manufactured from local waste vegetable oils.
Supports employment for local industries both rural and process.
An alternative option for better self reliance and imports replacements.

* Environmental:

Environementally friendly product.
Reduces “exhaust pollution” emission levels.
Final Emissions Report – Newcastle City Council BioDiesel Trial (see www.newcastle.nsw.gov.au/environment/green_energy/biodiesel)
Zero Net Contribution to atmospheric carbon dioxide levels.
Does not contribute to Global Warming.
Cleaner and Healthier environment.
Water soluble and biodegradeable.

* User Benefits:

Quieter engine noise levels.
Smoother running.
Easier starting.
Lessens ”BLACK SMOKE” exhaust emissions.
BioDiesel Fuel complies with regulatory Fuel Standards and Requirements.

ADVICE TO END USER

* PRIOR to use check with engine manufacturers for BioDiesel compatibility and recommendations in the intended engine systems usually B5 – B20.

* BioDiesel blends higher than B20 may need to be pre-heated prior to diesel pump to reduce viscosity particularly for later models.
(CHECK WITH OTHER BIODIESEL USERS SEE FOLLOWING WEBSITES;
Melbourne Biodiesel Users Group (www.melbournebiodiesel.org)
Overlander4wd Club.
 
* Biodiesel attracts water and dirt and it may initially block filters. ie. Collect all old debris and moisture in the fuel system initially and carry it to the fuel filters and block it. It is always advisable that you carry spare fuel filters at all times.

* If not purchasing a properly blended BioDiesel the preferably it should be prepared by adding the BioDiesel to a partially filled tank prefilled with conventional diesel and in a ratio to be decided by the end user.

* BioDiesel use in very cold to freezing conditions needs to be assessed and you must seek Fuel suppliers advice.