TM 10-4320-309-14
TM 4320-1 4/1
every 100 hours thereafter.
3-3. LUBE OIL CAPACITY
Always use oil with the right viscosity for the ambient temperature in which the engine is being operated. Refer
to Table 3-1 when choosing the engine oil.
• When checking oil level, make sure engine is stopped and
sitting level. If engine Is tilted, you may add either too
much or too little oil.
• Do not overfill. Engine damage could result. If overfilled,
notify unit maintenance.
• Always check the lube oil level before starting engine and
refill if necessary.
• Recommended oil to use is Class CC/CD Hi-Detergent
SAE 15W40 Oil of API Engine Service Classification. Nev-
er use automotive engine oil. Engine damage may result.
• Change engine oil after initial 20 hours of operation and
Fill up to the top of the filler port with the
engine placed on the level.
Figure 3-1. Oil Level
With the engine level, perform the following steps to check oil level.
a.
Unscrew dipstick (1).
b.
Wipe with lint-free cloth (Appendix E, Section 11, Item 11). Place dipstick into oil pan (2). Do not screw in
the dipstick; this could cause a false reading.
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