Adding Engine Oil - MacDon M2170NT Operator's Manual

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4. Locate engine oil dipstick (A) on the right side of the

windrower. Turn the dipstick counterclockwise to unlock it.

Remove the dipstick.

5. Wipe the dipstick clean. Reinsert the dipstick it into the

dipstick tube.

6. Remove the dipstick again. Check the oil level. The oil level

should be between the LOW (L) and HIGH (H) marks on the

dipstick. If the oil level is below the LOW mark, oil will need

to be added to the crankcase.

Adding 1.9 liters (2 U.S. quarts) of engine oil will raise the

level from LOW to HIGH. To add oil, refer to

7. Replace the dipstick. Turn the dipstick clockwise to lock it.

Adding Engine Oil

If the engine oil's dipstick shows that the engine oil level is low, or if the oil has been drained, more oil will need to

To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the

key from the ignition before leaving the operator's seat for any reason.

1. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.

2. Open the hood. For instructions, refer to

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING

Figure 6.50: Engine Oil Dipstick Location

Adding Engine

Figure 6.51: Engine Oil Level on Dipstick

6.3.1 Opening Hood, page