JT100/JT100 All Terrain Operator’s Manual Service - 193
Recommended Lubricants/Service Key
Recommended Lubricants/Service Key
Proper lubrication and maintenance protects Ditch Witch
®
equipment from damage and failure. Service
intervals listed are for minimum requirements. In extreme conditions, service machine more frequently.
Use only genuine Ditch Witch parts, filters, approved lubricants, TJC, and approved coolants to maintain
warranty. Fill to capacities listed in “Fluid Capacities” on page 251.
For more information on engine lubrication and maintenance, see your engine manual.
Item Description
DEO
Diesel engine oil meeting or exceeding Cummins
®
20081, API CJ-4, ACEA E9.
• Engine must use low SAPS oil (ash will plug aftertreatment device.)
• Use viscosity grade SAE 15W40 unless ambient temperatures below 5° F (-15° C) are expected. Lower
viscosity oils must meet the performance specifications shown above.
API American Petroleum Institute, ACEA European Automobile Manufacturer’s Association.
DEF Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) meeting ISO 22241-1 or DIN 70070
DEAC Diesel engine antifreeze/coolant meeting CES 14603
See “Approved Coolant” on page 194.
PTF
Powershift transmission fluid: Phillips 66
®
Torque Fluid high-performance, multipurpose,
heavy-duty torque converter fluid for use in off-highway powershift transmissions
MPG Multipurpose grease. Use polyurea based NLGI GC-LB Grade 1.5 or lithium based NLGI
GC-LB Grade 2.
WRG Multipurpose extreme pressure water resistant grease. Use polyurea based NLGI GC-
LB Grade 2 (p/n 255-1019)
EPS Extreme pressure spray lubricant, Lubriplate LO152-063 or equivalent (p/n 256-034)
MPL Multipurpose gear oil meeting API service classification GL-5 (SAE 80W90)
THF
Tractor hydraulic fluid, similar to Phillips 66 HG, Mobilfluid
®
423, Chevron
®
Tractor
Hydraulic Fluid, Texaco
®
TDH Oil, or equivalent
TJC
Tool joint compound: Ditch Witch
®
standard (p/n 259-858) or environmental (p/n 256-
1005)
Check level of fluid or lubricant Check condition
Filter Change, replace, adjust, service or
test
IMPORTANT: Use the “Service Record” on page 253 to record all required service to your machine.