Checking Engine Oil Level; Checking Cooling Air Intake Screen - Kubota T1880 Operator's Manual

34 PERIODIC SERVICE
BChecking Engine Oil Level
To avoid personal injury:
A Always stop the engine and remove the key
before checking oil.
C Oil level check
1. Check engine oil before starting the engine or 5
minutes or more after the engine has stopped.
2. Wipe dipstick area clean.
3. To check the oil level.
[T2080, T2380]
Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, replace it WITHOUT
SCREWING IT IN, and draw it out again. Check to see
that the oil level is between the two marks.
(1) Engine oil port
(2) Oil level dipstick
[T1880]
Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, replace it, and draw it
out again. Check to see that the oil level is between the
two marks.
(1) Engine oil port
(2) Oil level dipstick
(A) "UPPER LEVEL"
(B) "LOWER LEVEL"
(A) "UPPER LEVEL"
(B) "LOWER LEVEL"
4. Add new oil to the prescribed level at the oil port if
necessary.
5. When using a different brand or viscosity oil from the
previous one, remove the old oil completely.
Never mix two different types of oil.
6. Use the proper Engine Oil (SAE grade) according to
the ambient temperatures.
(See "LUBRICANTS AND FUEL" in "MAINTENANCE"
section.)
BChecking Cooling Air Intake Screen
To avoid personal injury:
A Be sure to stop the engine before checking or
cleaning air intake screens.
A Air intake screens must be clear of debris to prevent
engine from overheating.
1. Lift hood and check that the pedestal and air intake
screens are clear of grass clippings and debris.
2. If screens are dirty, clean screens with a brush or
cloth.
3. If the dust or chaff is accumulated inside of the panel,
clean the inside of the panel completely.
After cleaning, place the air intake screen properly.