Securely install the oil filler cap.
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Oil filler cap
It will take a while for the supplied engine oil
to descend into the oil pan.
Check the oil level again 10 to 20 minutes
after supplying the oil.
Check underneath the machine for oil
leakage.
Change of Engine Oil Filter
Be careful with hot oil, which could cause
burns if it contacts your skin.
When replacing the engine oil filter, be sure to
drain the engine oil into a container and
discard it in accordance with local laws and
regulations.
Be sure to use engine oil that is classified as
API Service Grade CF or higher, with an SAE
Viscosity that is appropriate for the operating
environment (ambient temperature).
Securely tighten the oil level gauge and oil
filler cap.
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With the filter wrench, remove the old filter
cartridge.
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Filter cartridge
Lightly coat the packing of the new filter
cartridge with engine oil.
Hand-tighten the filter cartridge until the
packing contacts the sealing surface, and
then firmly hand-tighten (without using a filter
wrench).
Supply engine oil until it reaches the
specified level.
"Supply of Engine Oil" (Page 5-12)
Start the engine, and then stop it after 10 to
20 minutes.
Make sure that there is no oil leakage at the
sealing surface of the filter cartridge.
Check the engine oil level.
If it is low, supply engine oil until it reaches
the specified level.
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Maintenance
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Adjustment and Replacement