Ditch Witch RT115 Q - Manual (Page 129)

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RT115Q Operator’s Manual
Recommended Lubricants/Service Key
Recommended Lubricants/Service Key
Proper lubrication and maintenance protects Ditch Witch equipment from damage and failure. Service
intervals listed are for minimum requirements. In extreme conditions, service machine more frequently.
Use only recommended lubricants. Fill to capacities listed in “Fluid Capacities” on page 182.
For more information on engine lubrication and maintenance, see your John Deere
®
engine manual.
Item Description
DEO
John Deere Plus-50
®
or equivalent multi-viscosity diesel engine oils meeting ACEA
specification E4/E5. Other multi-viscosity diesel engine oils meeting API classifications
CJ-4, CI-4 PLUS, CI-4, or ACEA E4 or ACEA E5 may be used, but only with 250 hour
change intervals.
MPG Multipurpose grease. Use polyurea based NLGI GC‐LB Grade 1.5 or lithium based NLGI
GC‐LB Grade 2.
EPG Extreme pressure grease. Use polyurea based NLGI GC‐LB Grade 1.5 or lithium based
NLGI GC‐LB Grade 2, with extreme pressure additives.
MPL Multipurpose gear oil meeting API service classification GL-5 (SAE 80W90)
THF Tractor hydraulic fluid, similar to Phillips 66 HG, Mobilfluid 423, Chevron Tractor
Hydraulic Fluid, Texaco TDH Oil, or equivalent
DEAC Diesel engine Antifreeze/Coolant meeting ASTM D4985 with SCAs meeting John
Deere JDM H24A2
Check level of fluid or lubricant
Check condition
Filter
Change, replace.
Adjust, service, or test
NOTICE:
• Use only genuine Ditch Witch parts, filters, approved lubricants, TJC, and approved coolants to
maintain warranty.
• Use the “Service Record” on page 103 to record all required service to your machine.