3. Operation
3-6
3.4 Engine Oil
・
Coolant
・
Fuel
3.4.1 Engine Oil
Use engine oil recommended below. Be sure to use
CF class
or higher engine oil or superior class.
(Using engine oil with poor quality may shorten the life of the engine).
Classification API
service
classification
CF class
or higher
Viscosity
SAE10W-30
(as ex-factory)
Viscosity of engine oil greatly affects starting, performance, and oil consumption of the engine, as well as
wear of the moving parts. Choose appropriate oil based upon the table below according to the outside air
temperature.
Ambient temperature range and oil viscosity (SAE)
A180160E
Do not mix oils. If two or more different brands of oil are mixed, its performance can be deteriorated.
When the machine is operating under a light low (20% or less) for a prolonged period of time, check the
viscosity of the engine oil and other fluids, and replace oil early using about half of the regular replacement
time as a guide.
Unit is delivered ex. factory, filled with engine oil recommended by engine manufacturer
Dispose of oil in accordance with local laws and regulations.
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