Can Diesel No. 0 and -35 Be Mixed?
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Mixing half No. -35 diesel and half No. 0 diesel is acceptable. The diesel grade is merely an indicator of the fuel's resistance to congealing. The smaller the number in the diesel grade, the stronger its resistance to congealing. However, the diesel grade cannot be used as a basis for judging fuel quality. The anti-freezing capability of a mixture of half No. -35 diesel and half No. 0 diesel is certainly not as strong as that of pure No. -35 diesel. Therefore, when refueling, it is advisable to choose based on the actual local temperature. Below is an introduction to diesel usage: No. 5 diesel is suitable for use at temperatures above 8°C; No. 0 diesel is suitable for use at temperatures between 8°C and 4°C; No. -10 diesel is suitable for use at temperatures between 4°C and -5°C; No. -20 diesel is suitable for use at temperatures between -5°C and -14°C; No. -35 diesel is suitable for use at temperatures between -14°C and -29°C; No. -50 diesel is suitable for use at temperatures between -29°C and -44°C or below.