Change Engine Oil and Filter
IMPORTANT:
If fuel sulphur content exceeds 0.5 percent, change engine oil at 1/2 the normal interval.
NOTE:
If engine has not run 250 hours before the season changes, change oil.
1.
Run engine to warm oil.
2.
Park machine on a level surface.
3.
Lower front-mounted equipment to the ground.
4.
Move park brake switch to ON to engage park brake.
IMPORTANT:
Turbocharger may be damaged if engine is not properly shut down.
5.
Run engine at 1/2 speed for 2 minutes before stopping to avoid damage to turbocharger.
6.
Move engine speed control knob to slow idle position.
7.
Turn key switch OFF. Remove key from switch.
8.
Remove drain plug (1). Open drain valve (2). Allow oil to drain into a container. Dispose of waste oil properly.
9.
Turn filter (3) counterclockwise to remove.
10.
Clean mounting surface. Apply thin film of oil to gasket of new filter.
11.
Install new filter. Turn filter clockwise by hand until gasket touches mounting surfaces.
12.
Tighten filter 1/2 to 3/4 turn more.
CAUTION:
To prevent engine oil loss due to hose failure, make sure drain valve is closed. Engine damage may occur due to lack of oil.
13.
Close drain valve.
14.
Install drain plug.
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