Valvoline Cobalt Grease Technical Information Bulletin

March 24, 2016

Valvoline Oil Company

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It is critical that the operating temperature of the equipment is taken into account when selecting an oil.

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Mixing lubricants of the same type but different viscosities has an impact on the viscosity of the lubricant within the asset.

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