Komatsu PC138US-11 Operation & Maintenance Manual page 205

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OPERATION
4.
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.
5.
If the oil level is below the L mark, add oil through oil filler
port (F).
6.
If the oil level is higher than H, decrease it to a proper level
according to the following procedure.
1)
Remove the undercover (1).
2)
Place a container under drain plug (P) at the bottom of
the engine oil pan to receive the oil.
3)
Drain excess engine oil through drain plug (P).
4)
Check the oil level again.
7.
If the oil level is proper, tighten the oil filler cap securely.
8.
Close the engine hood.
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.
NOTICE
Perform inspection for the piping of "battery", "starting motor", and "alternator" with particular care.
Perform inspection to confirm that the fuses have no defect and their capacity is proper.
Perform inspection to confirm that there is no disconnection or trace of short-circuiting in the electric wiring
and no damage to the coating.
Perform inspection to confirm that there is no loose terminals, and tighten any loose parts if found.
Check if there is any accumulation of combustible material around the battery, and remove such combusti-
ble material.
METHOD FOR CHECKING FUEL LEVEL, ADDING FUEL
When adding fuel, never spill the fuel or let it overflow. This may cause fire.
If any fuel has spilled, wipe it up completely. If fuel has spilled over soil or sand, remove that soil or
sand.
Fuel is highly flammable and dangerous. Never bring any open flame near fuel.
1.
Turn the starting switch to ON position.
CAUTION
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