Komatsu PC118MR-8, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
MAINTENANCE
4-46
TOP-UP AND LEVEL CHECK FOR THE ROTATION REDUCTION UNIT OIL 4
WARNING
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Soon after the machine has been stopped the engine oil is very hot and may cause burns; let the
engine cool down until it reaches a temperature of 40–45°C before draining the oil.
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The operation must be carried out with the machine positioned on firm and level ground.
1. Remove the cover (1) placed between the hydraulic oil
tank and the cab.
2. Remove the dipstick (G) and wipe it with a cloth.
3. Insert the rod (G) completely into the filler pipe (F).
4. If the oil level is below the mark L of the dipstick, top up the
oil through the hole (F) in the stick (G).
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Use oil of the prescribed type (for details see "FUEL,
COOLANT AND LUBRICANTS (4-12)").
5. If the oil level is above the mark H, drain the excess oil.
(For details, see "CHANGING THE OIL IN THE SWING
REDUCTION GEAR (4-74)").
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