Komatsu PW98MR-10 Operation & Maintenance Manual page 200

MACHINE OPERATIONS AND CONTROLS
When checking the oil level after the engine has been operated, wait for at least 15 minutes after stopping the
engine before checking.
If the machine is inclining, make it level before checking.
1.
Open engine hood (1). For details, see "METHOD FOR
OPENING ENGINE HOOD (3-192)"
2.
Fix the cover with cover support lever (2).
3.
Pull out dipstick (G) and wipe the oil off with a cloth.
4.
Fully insert dipstick (G) into the dipstick pipe, then remove
it.
5.
Check if the oil is sticking up to between marks H and L on
dipstick (G).
It is appropriate if the oil level is between marks H and L.
6.
If the oil level is below the L mark, add oil through oil filler
port (F).
7.
If the oil level is higher than H, decrease it to a proper level
according to the following procedure.
1)
Place a container under drain plug (P) at the bottom of
the engine oil pan to catch the oil.
2)
Drain excessive engine oil through drain plug (P).
3)
Check the oil level again.
8.
If the oil level is proper, tighten the oil filler cap securely.
9.
Remove hood support lever (2) and fix it to the lever lock
securely.
10. Close engine hood (1).
METHOD FOR CHECKING ELECTRIC WIRING
• If fuses are frequently blown or if there are traces of short-circuiting on the electrical wiring,
promptly ask your Komatsu distributor to locate the cause of it and to make the repair.
• Keep the top surface of the battery clean and check the breather hole in the battery cap. If it is clog-
ged with dirt or dust, wash the battery cap to clear the breather hole.
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