MAINTENANCE/SERVICE – M200 ENGINE
Form # 169017
144
Issue – June 2008
7.10 CAT ENGINE (M200)
CAUTION
•
Never operate engine in a closed
building. Proper ventilation is required to
avoid exhaust gas hazards.
•
Keep the engine clean. Straw and chaff
on a hot engine are a fire hazard.
•
Never use gasoline, naphtha or any other
volatile material for cleaning purposes.
These materials are toxic and/or
flammable.
7.10.1
General Engine Inspection
Have the overhead valve lash checked and
adjusted after the first 500 hours and then every
1000 hours by your Windrower dealer.
A general engine inspection, including the fuel
injection pump and nozzle inspection, is
recommended every 2000 hours. See your
dealer.
7.10.2 Oil
Level
Check engine oil level frequently and watch for
any signs of leakage.
NOTE
During the break-in period, a higher than
usual oil consumption should be
considered normal.
Check the oil level as follows:
a. Stop the engine and remove the key. Wait
about 5 minutes.
b. Open engine compartment hood to lowest
position.
c. Remove dipstick by turning it counterclockwise
to unlock and remove.
d. Wipe clean, reinsert in engine and remove.
e. Oil level should be between LOW and HIGH
marks.
f. Replace
dipstick.
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