Kohler MAGNUM M18

SECTION 3
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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Figure 3-1. Oil Level Range.
4. Add the proper type of oil if the level is low. Al-
ways check the level with dipstick before adding
more oil.
NOTE: Never operate the engine with the oil level
below “1” mark or over “F” mark on
dipstick.
Oil Sentry™
Some engines are equipped with optional Oil Sentry™
oil pressure monitor. Oil Sentry™ will either stop the
engine or activate a “low oil" waming light, if the oil
pressure gets low. Actual Oil Sentry™ use will vary
depending on the engine application.
NOTE: Oil Sentry™ is not a substitute for checking oil
level BEFORE EACH USE. Make sure the oil
level is maintained up to the "F" mark on
dipstick.
CHANGE OIL
For a new engine, change oil after the first 5 hours of
operation. Thereafter, change oil as specified in the
"Oil Change Intervals” table.
For an overhauled engine or those rebullt with a
new short block, use straight 30-weight Service
Class SF or SG oil for the first 5 hours of operation.
Change the oil after this initial run-in period. Thereaf-
ter, change the oil as specified in the "Oil Change In-
tervals” table.
Drain oil while the engine is still warm from operation.
The oil will flow more freely and carry away more im-
purities. Change oil as follows:
1. Remove the oil drain plug and dipstick. Refer to
Figure 3-2. Tilt the engine slightly towards the
drain hole to obtain better drainage.
Figure 3-2. Oil Drain Plug Location.
OIL CHANGE INTERVALS
| Temperature | Oll Type Engine Type Interval
| ABOVE With Filter 50 Hours*
32*F (0*C) | SAE 30 Without Filter 25 Hours
BELOW With Filter 50 Hours
32°F (0°C) Multiviscosity Without Filter 25 Hours
*25 hours for continuous and/or heavy duty operation.
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