Engine Oil Viscosity; Checking The Engine Oil - Yanmar 6LPA-STP2 Operation Manual

Engine Oil Viscosity

SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40
-4°F 14°F 32°F 50°F
(-20°C) (-10°C) (0°C) (10°C) (20°C) (30°C) (40°C)
Figure 5
If you operate your equipment at
temperatures outside the limits shown,
consult your authorized Yanmar dealer or
distributor for special lubricants or starting
aids.
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BEFORE YOU OPERATE

Checking the Engine Oil

(1)
(2)
(3)
Figure 6
1. It is recommended that the engine be
as level as possible before checking the
oil.
2. Remove dipstick (Figure 6, (1)) and
wipe with clean cloth.
3. Fully reinsert dipstick.
4. Remove dipstick. The oil level should
be between upper (Figure 6, (2)) and
lower (Figure 6, (3)) lines on the
dipstick.
5. Add oil if necessary. See Adding
Engine Oil on page 32. NOTICE:
NEVER overfill the engine with oil.
6. Fully reinsert dipstick.
(4)
(5)
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