Komatsu PC118MR-8, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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USE OF THE MACHINE AND RELATED CONTROLS
FUNCTIONING
3-112
Checking the engine oil level and topping up
WARNING
Soon after the machine has been stopped the engine is very hot and may cause burns; let the engine cool
down to 40-45°C before carrying out any check.
CAUTION
When carrying out an inspection or maintenance operation inside the engine hood, always open it
completely and make sure that it is kept open by the apposite rod.
REMARK
q
If the machine is inclined, position it horizontally before carrying out the check.
q
If the engine has just been stopped, before checking the engine oil level wait approximately 15 minutes, in
order to allow the engine to cool down.
1. Open the engine cover. For details, see paragraph
"ENGINE COVER (3-84)"
2. Remove the dipstick (G) and wipe it with a cloth.
3. Insert the dipstick completely into its position, then pull it
out and check the oil level.
4. Oil level must be between references H and L; if the oil
level is close to reference L, top up through the filler (F)
with the oil adapted to ambient temperature indicated in the
t a b l e o f l u b r i c a n t s ( s e e " F U E L , C O O L A N T A N D
LUBRICANTS (4-12)").
5. If the oil level is above the H mark, remove the cover (1) ,
drain the excess oil via the drain plug (P), and check the
level again.
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O= open
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C= closed
6. If the oil level is correct, tighten the oil filler, then close the
engine hood.
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