Test methods for water in engine coolant
concentrate by the Karl Fischer reagent
method
1.1 This Malaysian Standard covers the determination of the water present in new or
unused glycol-based coolant concentrates using a manual (Test method A) or an automatic
(Test method B) coulometric titrator procedure.
1.2 Many carbonyl compounds react slowly with the Fischer reagent, causing a fading end point and leading to high results. A modified Fischer reagent procedure is included that minimises these undesirable and interfering reactions.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, if any,
associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish
appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
limitations prior to use.
