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SECTION 7
SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
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LUBRICATION
For information about the lubrication of a new machine, refer to "LUBRICATION
WHEN
SHIPPED" in Section
20
The life and performance of a machine depend on the care
that it is given, and proper lubrication is an important
maintenanceservicefor your machine.
Thorough lubrication service performed at definite intervals
will aid greatly in prolonging the life of the machine and in
reducing operating expenses.
The type of work being done, load, ground and weather
conditions are all factors to consider in frequency of
lubrication. The scheduled intervals between lubrication
periods shown on the "LUBRICATION
GUIDE"
are
approximate, being basedon averageoperating conditions. It
may be necessaryto lubricate after shorter working periods
under severe operating conditions, such as extremely dusty
conditions, low engine temperatures, intermittent operation,
excessively heavy loads with high oil temperatures, or when
diesel fuel with a high sulphur content is used. However,the
time intervals between lubrication periods must never exceed
those indicated in this manual.
SELECTION OF LUBRICANTS
The selection of the proper type (specification) and grade
(weight or viscosity) of lubricant is not guesswork. Many
tests have been made to determine the correct lubricants for
this machine. For detailed information regarding lubricants,
refer to "LUBRICANT
SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACI-
TI ES" in this section.
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Lubricant Viscosities
During cold weather, base the selection of a crankcase
Iub r icating
oil
viscosity
on
the
lowest
anticipated
temperature for the day to make starting easier. For hot
weather operation, base the selection on the highest
anticipated
temperature.
Refer to
the
"LUBRICANT
SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES CHART"
in this
section.
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PRECAUTIONS
After changing engine oil, operate the engine at low idle,
without load, for at least five to ten minutes. This will allow
the oil to work into the bearingsand onto the cylinder walls.
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
It is not the policy of the International Harvester Company
to approve lubricants or to guarantee oil performance in
service. The responsibility for the quality of the lubricant
must remain with the supplier of the lubricant. When in
doubt, consult your authorized International Construction
Equipment distributor or dealer for information given in the
latest service bulletin on crankcaselubricating oils or grease
lubricants.
The lubricants specified for this machine are shown in the
"LU B RICANT
SPECIFICATIONS
AND
CAPACITIES
CHART" in this section.
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