Shindaiwa DG15BMK, Owner'S And Operator'S Manual

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8-1. Checking Engine Oil
Caution: Fire

Starting this product in an explosive atmosphere location may cause an
explosion even with the weak sparks generated by the switch of the
equipment. Do not take this equipment into an explosive atmosphere location.
Caution: Injuries to Eyes and Skin

Use protective gear, such as rubber gloves, when inspecting or replacing the
Battery acid, Diesel fuel and/or Engine oil. Be sure that fluid does not contact
eyes, or on skin or clothing.

Battery acid, Diesel fuel and/or Engine oil can be very harmful If contact to
eyes, skin or clothing. If contact occurs, flush immediately with large amount
of water and contact physician.
Situate the equipment on a level surface
and completely insert the oil level gauge to
inspect the oil level.
Inspect the oil level before starting
operation and, if it has decreased, fill with
oil until it reaches the maximum level.
<Note>

The oil level cannot be accurately
checked if the equipment is at an angle.

Operating the equipment when the oil
has been filled above the maximum level
can result in engine cylinder internal
damage.
(1) Types of Engine Oil
Use only API service-type
CF
class or
better.
(2) Engine Oil Viscosity Grades
Use a diesel engine oil with an appropriate viscosity corresponding to the ambient
temperature (refer to the table).

Relation of Viscosity/Temperature
Temp.
°C (°F)
8-2. Checking Coolant
Caution: Burns

Never open the radiator cap during operation or immediately after stopping the
equipment. Hot coolant and steam will spurt out.
Check that the sub tank coolant level is within the range of "FULL" and "LOW".
If the coolant level lower than "LOW", add water to both the sub tank and radiator.
Oil
Filler
Oil
level
Gauge
MAX
MIN
OK
Not
Enough
Too
Much
Oil Level Gauge
SAE 10W-30
10W
-15°C (5°F) -10°C (14°F) 25°C (77°F) 40°C (104°F)
SAE 15W-40
10W
SAE 10W-40
10W