CHAPTER 5 - LUBRICATION, FILTERS, AND FLUIDS
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6-34551NA Issued 8-04 Bur
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Lubricants must have the correct properties for each
application.
Respect the maintenance intervals by checking the
hourmeter every day. Before starting maintenance,
park the machine on flat, firm ground, away from any
obstacles, with the arm retracted and the bucket on
the ground. Unless otherwise specified, all
maintenance operations must be carried out with the
engine stopped, and the key removed from the
starter switch. It is preferable to wait for all circuits to
cool down before starting work. Wear suitable
clothing and remember to use the necessary safety
equipment.
Clean the grease fittings before lubrication. Clean
around plugs and filler holes before adding fluid. No
dust or dirt must enter the components or the circuits.
When carrying out service work on the machine,
place a “Do not operate” tag on the right-hand control
arm. Never climb down from the operator’s
compartment leaving the engine running.
Any modification to this machine without prior
authorization could cause serious injury. Do not
make any modifications without authorization.
Consult your Dealer.
IMPORTANT: If you use your machine in particularly
harsh conditions (dusty or corrosive atmosphere,
etc.), the servicing intervals should be reduced
accordingly.
IMPORTANT: Take particular care to replace all
filters regularly. Clean filters mean longer engine
running life.
IMPORTANT: Oil and fluid should not be thrown on
the ground. They must be stored and removed by a
company which is responsible for their recycling or
their disposal.
HYDRAULIC FLUID
CASE AKCELA hydraulic fluid is specially designed
for high pressure applications and for the CASE
hydraulic system.
TRANSMISSION COMPONENT OIL
Extreme pressure oil used for enclosed transmission
components.
Extreme pressure oil type API GL5 grade 80W90 or
ISO VG 150.
GREASE
The type of grease to use depends on ambient
temperature.
Temperate and hot climates
-20°C to +60°C
Extreme pressure grease EP NLGI grade 2 with
molybdenum disulphide.
Cold climates
-40°C to +20°C
Extreme pressure grease EP NLGI grade 0.
FUEL
Use diesel fuel suitable for the ambient temperature
conditions (ASTM-D-975).
ENGINE OIL
CASE No. 1 motor oil is the oil recommended for your
engine. This oil ensures correct lubrication of your
engine in all working conditions.
WARNING: The conditions of use for
individual fluids and lubricants must be
respected.
WARNING: Be sure all the service
operations in this section are carried out
punctually at the intervals given, in order to
ensure optimum performance levels and
maximum safety when using the machine.
WARNING: There is a risk of serious injury if
maintenance or repairs are not performed
correctly. If you do not understand the
maintenance procedures, consult your
Dealer.
WARNING: If the attachment is raised or if
the machine moves without an operator,
serious injury can result. Before performing
any maintenance, the following steps must
be carried out:
1. Park the machine on flat, level ground.
2. Lower the attachment until it is resting
on the ground.
3. Stop the engine and remove the starter
switch key.
4. Lock the tracks to prevent any machine
movement.
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