Yanmar RT70, Operator'S Manual

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RT70 Operator’s Manual
Maintenance - 147
Recommended Lubricants
Recommended Lubricants
Proper lubrication and maintenance protects Ditch Witch equipment from damage and failure. Service
intervals listed are for minimum requirements. In extreme conditions, service machine more frequently.
Use only genuine Ditch Witch parts, filters, approved lubricants, TJC, and approved coolants to maintain
warranty. Fill to capacities listed in “Fluid Capacities” on page 203.
For more information on engine lubrication and maintenance, see your engine manual.
Item Description
DEAC Diesel engine antifreeze/coolant, low silicate, fully-formulated meeting ASTM D6210
See “Approved Coolant” on page 148.
DEO
Diesel engine oil meeting or exceeding API service classification CJ-4, ACEA E6, or JASO
DH-2. Engine must use low sulfated ash, phosphorous, and sulfer (low SAPs) oil. See
viscosity chart.
API American Petroleum Institute, ACEA European Automobile Manufacturer’s Association
EPG Extreme pressure grease, polyurea based NLGI GC-LB Grade 1.5 or lithium based NLGI
GC-LB Grade 2, with extreme pressure additives
MPG Multipurpose grease, polyurea based NLGI GC-LB Grade 1.5 or lithium based NLGI GC-LB
Grade 2
MPL Multipurpose gear oil meeting API service classification GL-5 (SAE 80W90)
THF Tractor hydraulic fluid, Phillips 66® PowerTran XP, Mobilfluid® 423, Chevron® Tractor
Hydraulic Fluid, Texaco® TDH Oil, or equivalent