Tigercat Remove the Oil Dipstick and ensure that the oil level is between the “MIN” and “MAX” lines.
Lubrication circuit The Lubrication circuit consists of the following components (see previous page);
MIN
Rotary oil pump (1), housed in the rear of the crankcase,
operated by the straight toothed gear on the crankshaft tang.
MAX
If the oil level is low,
Water/oil heat exchanger (2), housed in the side of the engine block.
Fill the engine with clean oil. (See the Oil Viscosity Chart in the back on this manual.)
Oil overpressure valve (3), built in to the oil pump. Oil pressure regulation valve (4), located on the left hand
Check the level on the dipstick periodically while filling, do not fill past the “MAX” fill line.
side of the crankcase.
By-pass valve (5) for excluding the filter if blocked, built into
Start the engine and let run for 2 to 3 minutes then shut off the engine.
Oil filter cartridge (6).
Check the oil level on the dipstick. (Once the oil has filled the new filter, it may be necessary to top up to reach the “MAX” line on the dipstick.)
the filter mount.
OIL LEVEL CHECK
Use only the recommended oil for your climate. See oil viscosity chart in this manual.
IMPORTANT! Checking the oil level should be done only with the engine stopped and at operating temperature.
When topping up, don’t mix oils having different viscosities.
Park the machine on level ground so that the engine is in the normal operating position.
Failure to follow these rules may void your warranty.
Wait approximately 10 minutes after shutting off the engine to allow the oil to drain into the oil pan. 22
