Engine Idling
05-04-2007, 01:57 PM
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Engine Idling
I just got this policy memo at a 'really large university in Central Ohio' about engine idling.
It is known that:
�� One hour of idling consumes approximately one gallon of fuel.
�� Idling for one hour equates to approximately 33 miles of engine wear on a standard
automobile.
�� Idling causes premature engine wear. An idling engine creates minimal oil pressure
resulting in insufficient engine lubrication.
�� Diesel engines actually cool-down when idling during the wintertime, causing cab-heat
loss.
�� Drivers are exposed to elevated levels of exhaust while a vehicle is idling due to the lack
of air circulation that typically occurs while the vehicle is in motion.
�� Franklin County does not meet the Federal standards for ozone and particulate pollution.
Idling contributes to poor air quality that may result in cost mandated controls.
For the above reasons, as of March 1, 2007, operators of University owned or operated vehicles are asked to:
�� Not allow University vehicles and equipment to idle for any length of time unless idling
the vehicle is necessary to accomplish work related tasks.
�� Minimize idling and conserve fuel whenever possible.
�� Ensure an assigned vehicle is properly maintained.
�� Ensure tires are properly inflated. Under inflation decreases fuel economy and cuts
short the life of the tire.
�� Plan and map out trips to minimize distances traveled.
�� Avoid ‘jackrabbit” starts by accelerating gradually and anticipating stops to avoid sudden
breaking.
�� Obey posted speed limits. Excessive speed reduces fuel economy, increases air
pollution, creates hazardous driving conditions, and is unlawful.
�� Car-pool whenever possible or practical.
�� Schedule meetings wisely, especially if travel is required. Meeting times and locations
should be selected so as to minimize the travel of the majority of the participants.
�� Reduce the amount of vehicle warm-up time. Consult vehicle manual to determine the
manufacturer’s recommendations for guidance on idling in extreme weather conditions.
�� Eliminate unnecessary weight in the vehicle.
�� Ensure that vehicle emission controls, systems, and components, are not altered or
disconnected unless approved by the Director of Transportation and Parking Services.
Interesting stuff I know!
It is known that:
�� One hour of idling consumes approximately one gallon of fuel.
�� Idling for one hour equates to approximately 33 miles of engine wear on a standard
automobile.
�� Idling causes premature engine wear. An idling engine creates minimal oil pressure
resulting in insufficient engine lubrication.
�� Diesel engines actually cool-down when idling during the wintertime, causing cab-heat
loss.
�� Drivers are exposed to elevated levels of exhaust while a vehicle is idling due to the lack
of air circulation that typically occurs while the vehicle is in motion.
�� Franklin County does not meet the Federal standards for ozone and particulate pollution.
Idling contributes to poor air quality that may result in cost mandated controls.
For the above reasons, as of March 1, 2007, operators of University owned or operated vehicles are asked to:
�� Not allow University vehicles and equipment to idle for any length of time unless idling
the vehicle is necessary to accomplish work related tasks.
�� Minimize idling and conserve fuel whenever possible.
�� Ensure an assigned vehicle is properly maintained.
�� Ensure tires are properly inflated. Under inflation decreases fuel economy and cuts
short the life of the tire.
�� Plan and map out trips to minimize distances traveled.
�� Avoid ‘jackrabbit” starts by accelerating gradually and anticipating stops to avoid sudden
breaking.
�� Obey posted speed limits. Excessive speed reduces fuel economy, increases air
pollution, creates hazardous driving conditions, and is unlawful.
�� Car-pool whenever possible or practical.
�� Schedule meetings wisely, especially if travel is required. Meeting times and locations
should be selected so as to minimize the travel of the majority of the participants.
�� Reduce the amount of vehicle warm-up time. Consult vehicle manual to determine the
manufacturer’s recommendations for guidance on idling in extreme weather conditions.
�� Eliminate unnecessary weight in the vehicle.
�� Ensure that vehicle emission controls, systems, and components, are not altered or
disconnected unless approved by the Director of Transportation and Parking Services.
Interesting stuff I know!
Last edited by ClackClack; 05-04-2007 at 01:59 PM. Reason: edited for better readability
05-04-2007, 06:36 PM
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Check this out http://atri-online.org/research/idli...Dec%200611.pdf
05-04-2007, 08:56 PM
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I know pretty much all of the trucks in the oil fields around here and up north don't shut off all day during the winter. My cousin is an apprenticing electrician up north and a new guy decided to shut the truck down. My cousin asked him "You wanna sleep out here tonight? Because if you shut that thing down in this cold, its not going to start, and we aren't going home"
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