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Operating Manual Crawler Excavator TC37
Care and Maintenance
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7.8
Inspection and maintenance work
7.8.1
Engine oil
Checking the engine oil level
• The oil level must be checked daily before start-up
with the machine standing on level ground.
• Insert the oil dipstick (40/3) until the stop. The
notches on the dipstick indicate the minimum and
maximum oil levels.
• Top up engine oil if necessary. Open the filler neck
(40/2) and add oil using a clean container. Close
the filler neck again.
Changing the engine oil
• Run the engine until it reaches operating
temperature, engine oil temperature approx.
176 °F.
• Park the machine on a level surface.
• Stop the engine.
• Place suitable drip pans under the opening.
• Screw the oil drain hose onto the oil-change valve
• Remove the oil drain hose and screw the
protective cap onto the valve (40/1).
• Change the engine oil filter (
• Replenish engine oil via the oil filler neck (40/2) to
the "MAX" mark on the oil dipstick (40/3).
Fig. 40
Engine oil
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Attention
• Collect the waste oil in a suitable container
and dispose of in compliance with
regulations.
Danger of scalding
due to hot oil getting into contact with skin or
eyes.
• Wear appropriate protective clothing and
safety goggles.
