Pre-Operation Inspection; Checking Engine Oil - Shindaiwa DGK180F Owner's And Operator's Manual

8. Pre-Operation Inspection

WARNING : INJURY
 Do not open the check door when the starter switch is in the AUTO or START position.
It will cause injury by rotating parts such as cooling fans and fan belt.
 Always turn the starter switch to the STOP position and stop the engine, then close
and lock OPERATION PANEL DOOR before checking or maintaining the engine or
any equipment.
CAUTION : BURNS
 Do not touch the engine and surrounding components immediately after stopping the
engine as they are still extremely hot.
CAUTION : FIRE
 Always be sure to wipe up any spilled fuel or oil.

8-1. Checking Engine Oil

To check the engine oil, keep the equipment in leveled position, remove the oil level gauge and
wipe so that no oil remains, and then re-insert the dipstick fully. Prior to starting the engine,
make sure to fill the engine oil through the oil filler until it reaches the MAX line.
< Note >
 Wait approximately five minutes or more after stopping the engine or adding oil before
checking the oil level again.
 An accurate oil level reading cannot be obtained if the generator is not placed in leveled
position.
 Do not overfill with oil to avoid engine damage.
Oil Level Gauge
Oil Filler
(1) Types of Engine Oil
Use only API service-type CJ-4 class.
(2) Engine Oil Viscosity Grades
Use a diesel engine oil with an appropriate viscosity corresponding to the ambient temperature
(refer to the table).
Oil Level Gauge
MAX
MIN
29
Not Too
OK
Enough
Much
：Oil Level