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1065.501 Overview of the engine dynamometer test procedures

(a) The engine dynamometer test procedure measures brake-specific emissions of hydrocarbons (total and nonmethane, as applicable), carbon monoxide, and oxides of nitrogen. To perform this test procedure, you first dilute exhaust emissions with ambient air and collect a continuous proportional sample for analysis, then analyze the composite samples (either in bags after the test or continuously during the test). The general test procedure consists of a test cycle made of one or more segments (check the standard-setting part for specific cycles):

(1) Either a cold-start cycle (where you measure emissions) or a warm-up cycle (where you do not measure emissions).

(2) A hot-start transient test (some test cycles may omit engine starting from the "hot-start" cycle).

(3) A steady-state test.

(b) Measure power using the dynamometer's feedback signals for torque and speed. The power measurement produces a brake kilowatt-hour value that allows you to calculate brake-specific emissions (see Subpart G of this part).

(c) Prepare engines for testing consistent with ยง1065.10(c)(1) and according to the following provisions:

(1) When you test an engine or operate it for service accumulation, use the complete engine with all emission-control devices installed and functioning.

(2) Install the fan for any air-cooled engine (if applicable).

(3) You may install accessories such as an oil cooler, alternators, and air compressors or simulate their loading if they are typical of in-use operation. Apply this loading during all testing operations, including mapping.

(4) You may install a production-type starter on the engine.

(5) Cool the engine in a way that will maintain its operating temperatures including the intake air, oil, water temperatures about the same as they would be during normal operation. You may use auxiliary fans if necessary. You may use rust inhibitors and lubrication additives, up to the levels that the additive manufacturer recommends. You may also use antifreeze mixtures and other coolants typical of those approved for use by the manufacturer.

(6) Use representative exhaust and air-intake systems. Make sure the exhaust restriction is 80 to 100 percent of the recommended maximum specified exhaust restriction and the air inlet restriction is between that of a clean filter and the maximum restriction specification. As the manufacturer, you are liable for emission compliance from the minimum in-use restrictions to the maximum restrictions you specify for that particular engine.

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