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