MacDon M155, Operator'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil Level
Check engine oil level daily (evey 10 hours) and watch for any signs of leakage.
DANGER
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
from ignition before leaving operator's seat for any reason.
NOTE:
During the break-in period, a higher than usual oil consumption should be considered normal.
1. Open the hood to the lowest position. Refer to
5.2.1 Opening Hood (Lower Position), page 306
.
2. Operate the engine at low idle and check for leaks at the fi lter and drain plug.
3. Stop the engine and remove the key. Wait about fi ve minutes.
4. Remove the dipstick (A) by turning it counterclockwise
to unlock.
5. Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert it into the engine.
6. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level.
Figure 5.53: Engine Oil Level
7. Oil level should be between LOW and HIGH. If level is
below LOW mark, 2 US quarts (1.9 liters) will raise the
level from LOW to HIGH.
NOTE:
If you need to add oil, refer to
Adding Engine Oil, page
337
.
8. Replace dipstick and turn it clockwise to lock.
9. Close the hood, refer to
5.2.2 Closing Hood (Lower
Position), page 307
.
Figure 5.54: Engine Oil Level
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