Lubricating oil specification
If you need advice an adjustment to an engine setting or to
the lubricating oil change periods which may be necessary
because of the standard of available fuel, consult your
nearest Lovol distributor.
The selection of diesel firstly should be based on the
environmental temperature at which diesel engine is to be
used.
Use only a good quality lubricating oil to the relevant
specification as shown in the table below.
Attention:
The type of lubricating oil to be used may be
affected by the quality of the fuel which is available. For
further details see "Fuel specification" on page 5.02.
Specifications
Engine type
API CC/SE
regulations
•
Individual pump engine
•
(1)It is not recommended during the first 1000/2000 km
(600/1200 miles) or 20/40 hours of operation, nor for
light-load applications.
5.03
Remark:
Recommended SAE viscosity grades
Ambient temperature
Always ensure that the correct viscosity
grade of lubricating oil is used for the
ambient temperature range in which the
engine will run as shown in photo (A) and
the chart below.