Komatsu D375A-8, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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1.
Open the engine side cover on the left side of the ma-
chine.
2.
Pull out the dipstick (G) and wipe the oil off with a cloth.
3.
Fully insert the dipstick (G) into the dipstick pipe again,
then pull it out.
4.
Check the oil level at “ENGINE STOPPED” mark side of
the dipstick (G) and check if the oil is sticking up to be-
tween the marks H and L.
It is appropriate if the oil level is between marks H and L.
5.
If the oil level is below L mark, add oil through the oil filler
port (F).
6.
If the oil level on the dipstick (G) is higher than the mark H,
decrease it to a proper level according to the following pro-
cedure.
1) Remove the drain plug (1), loosen the drain valve (2),
and drain the excessive oil.
2) After draining the oil, tighten the drain valve (2).
3) Install the drain plug (1), and check the oil level again.
7.
If the oil level is correct, tighten the oil filler cap securely.
8.
Close the engine side cover.
METHOD FOR CHECKING OIL LEVEL IN POWER TRAIN CASE AND ADDING OIL
(including transmission case, torque converter case, and bevel gear case)
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WARNING
The undercover is a heavy object. Do not open or close the cover just under it. When removing the bolts
(5), perform the work from the rear of the cover so that you can easily get out of the way.
1.
Start the engine.
2.
Set the fuel control dial to Low idle (MIN) position and run
the engine at low idle for approximately 3 to 5 minutes.
MACHINE OPERATIONS AND CONTROLS OPERATION
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