Dixon Kodiak 965884601 - Manual (Page 51)

lUBRICATION
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Engine Oil Levels
8011-500
Remove the dipstick
8009-159
The dipstick markings
WARNING!
Engine oil can be very hot if it is
drained directly after stopping the
engine. Allow the engine to cool to a
safe temperature before draining.
Check the oil level in the engine when the machine •
is standing level and the engine is stopped.
Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and then
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replace it.
The dipstick should be screwed into place.
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Take the dipstick out again and read the oil level. •
The oil level should lie between the markings on •
the dipstick. If the level is approaching the “ADD”
mark, fill the oil to the “FULL” mark on the dipstick.
Never fill to above the “FULL” mark.
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The oil is filled through the hole for the dipstick. •
API class SF, SG, SH, SJ or higher must be •
used. Synthetic oil SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 is
recommended at all temperatures. Mineral oil SAE
5W-30, 10W-30 can be used between -18 °C/0 °F
and +5 °C/40 °F. At temperature above +5 °C/40
°F single grade SAE 30 must be used.
The engine holds 0.88 qt (1.0 liters) of oil
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excluding the filter, including filter 2 qt (1.9 liters).
Changing the Engine Oil
The engine oil should be changed for the first time
after 5-8 hours of operation. Thereafter, it should be
changed every 50 hours. The oil drain valve is located
on the left side of the unit, below the oil filter.
Place the machine on a flat surface. 1.
Place a container under the engine where the 2.
oil drain valve exits.
Remove the valve cap.
3.
Allow the oil to run out into the container. 4.
Reinstall the oil drain valve cap. 5.
Replace the oil filter if necessary. 6.
Fill with new engine oil in accordance with 7.
Checking the Oil level.
Start the engine. Run it for 3-5 minutes. Stop
8.
and recheck the oil level.