Detroit Diesel DD15 EuroIV Operator's Manual page 21

Lubrication System Checks
The lubricating oil film on the rotating parts and bearings of a new or newly
overhauled engine, or one which has been in storage for six months or more, may
be insufficient when the engine is started for the first time.
Pre-Lubricating the Engine
To ensure an immediate flow of oil to all bearing surfaces at initial engine startup,
prepare the engines as follows:
NOTICE:
• Insufficient lubrication at startup can cause serious damage to engine
components.
• Do not add oil if the oil reading falls on the crosshatch area of the
dipstick. There are approximately 5.0 L (5.2 qt) from the fill mark to the
full mark. Overfilling the oil pan can cause engine damage.
1. Charge the engine lubrication system with lubricating oil using a
commercially-available pressure pre-lubricator.
2. Charge the engine lubrication system with lubricating oil using a
commercially-available pressure pre-lubricator. Use only the heavy-duty oils
recommended in the "How to Replace the Lubricating Oil and Oil Filter"
section in this manual.
3. After pre-lubricating, check the engine oil level. If necessary, top off by
filling engine oil no more than 5.0 L (5.2 qt) at a time through the oil fill cap
to the satisfactory fill range on the oil dipstick. Do not overfill.
Checking and Monitoring the Oil Level
Check the oil level as follows:
WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY
To avoid injury from slipping and falling, immediately clean up
any spilled liquids.
NOTICE: Do not add oil if the oil reading is in the crosshatch area on the
dipstick. There are approximately 5.0 L (5.2 qt) from the fill mark to the full
mark. Overfilling the oil pan can cause engine damage.
NOTE: If the engine operating temperature is below 60°C (140°F), the
engine must be on a level surface and then shut down for 60 minutes for an
accurate oil level reading. Otherwise, the engine must be brought up to an
operating temperature of 60°C (140°F), parked on a level surface and then
shut down for five minutes for an accurate oil level reading.
All information subject to change without notice.
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