Hitachi ZX27U-2 Operator's Manual page 139

5. Remove oil filter (3) from the engine by turning it
counterclockwise using a filter wrench. The oil may
spill from the filter bottom bracket at this time. Use an
empty container to catch the spilled oil.
6. Coat the gasket of new filter (3) with engine oil.
Turn the filter clockwise by hand until the gasket
touches the sealing surface.
7. Tighten oil filter (3) 3/4 turns more using the filter
wrench. Take care if oil filter (3) may become de-
formed if excessively tightened.
NOTE: Tightening torque: 19.6 to 23.5 N
⋅
kgf m, 14.5 to 17 lbf
8. Remove oil filler cap (4). Refill the engine.
NOTE: Refer to the recommended oil and grease chart
on page 7-10 for the brand names of oils.
9. Check that oil level is between the upper and lower
limit marks on the dipstick (5) . Start the engine.
10. Check that no oil is leaking from the sealing joints.
11. Run the engine at slow idle for 5 minutes. Stop the
engine. After 15 minute later, recheck the oil level.
Add as needed.
IMPORTANT: Do not re-use the engine oil filter (3).
MAINTENANCE
⋅
m (2.0 to 2.4
⋅
ft)
5
7-19
3
4
M1M7-07-030
M1M7-07-031