TM 10-4320-310-14
CHAPTER 3
OPERATOR MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
3-1.
GENERAL
The objective of this chapter is to accurately present to the operator all those instructions and additional information
needed by the operator to keep the equipment in good operating condition.
Section I. LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE
These lubrication Instructions are mandatory.
3-2.
CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL
a.
With engine level, check oil level. Remove oil
dipstick (1) and wipe with a lint free cloth. Insert oil
dipstick all the way into engine. Withdraw dipstick. Engine
oil should coat oil dipstick to top mark (2).
CAUTION
Do not overfill. Engine damage may result.
If overfilled, notify unit maintenance.
b.
If oil coating is below top mark (2), remove oil
cap (3) and add oil of proper viscosity required by ambient
temperature. See following chart.
c.
Again check oil level to be sure oil coats dipstick
(1) to top mark (2). Check that cap (3) is tightly closed.
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