Initialization And Pre-Check; Checking Engine Oil - Shindaiwa DGA12DM Owner's And Operator's Manual

8 Initialization and Pre-check

WARNING : Electric Shock / Injuries

Before performing any equipment check or maintenance, stop the engine,
and turn the Power Switch to the OFF position.
CAUTION : Fire / Burns

When checking engine, always stop the engine, and keep away from fire.
Wait until the engine cools down, before performing any checks.
CAUTION : Fire

Always wipe any drip of fuel or oil. Do not use this equipment
when a leak is found. Repair the equipment before use.

8-1. Checking Engine Oil

When checking for engine oil, be sure to keep
the equipment leveled, and insert (not screw in
forcibly) the oil gauge all the way in.
Prior to starting the equipment, make sure to fill the
engine oil to the MAX line through the oil filler.
< Note >

Check engine oil volume IN 5 MINUTES
LATER, always after stopping engine or
replenishing fuel.
 If the equipment is not leveled, you cannot
obtain accurate oil level.

Do not overfill the engine oil. The excessive
amount of engine oil may damage the engine.
(1) Selecting proper engine oil.
Use the API class CD grade or higher.
(2) Use the engine oil for Diesel engine with proper
viscosity, based on the temperature (refer to the chart below).
Oil Gauge
LOWER LIMIT UPPER LIMIT
OK
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Oil Filler
OIL GAUGE
TOO
NOT
MUCH
ENOUGH