Mauldin 550-E - Fluid Capacities & Recommendations; Recommended Fuels & Alternative Fuels; Engine Coolant; Air Intake Cleaning WARNING

Calder Brothers Corporation
Model: 550E Gravity Feed Paver
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550E Operations Manual Rev 1.0.doc
Fluid Capacities and Recommendations
Fluid
Capacity
Recommendation
Engine oil
1.35 U.S. gal.
• CD grade lubricating oil or higher. 32°F - 77°F
use SAE20 or (SAE10W-30/40).
• Above 77°F use SAE30 or (SAE10W-30/40).
• If operating below 32°F SAE10W or
(SAE10W-30/40).
Engine
Coolant
.82 U.S. gal.
Permanent type “PT”. Use a pure water to anti-
freeze ratio of: 50% water to 50% Anti-freeze.
Machine Storage below -10°F, (-23°C) should
consult the engine manual or an engine
specialist.
Diesel
13 U.S. gal.
No. 2-D climatized diesel. In extreme cold
temperatures, use a winter blend.
Hydraulic
17.5 U.S. gal.
High quality anti-wear hydraulic oil (original
equipment, HVI 46 B.P. Energol).
Grease
As required
N.G.L.I. consistency #2, high temperature anti-
friction, bearing lubricating grease.
Air Filters
Lubrication and Service Procedures
IMPORTANT: Service the engine air filters only when the air cleaner service indicator
indicates the need. Excessive service will cause premature wear.
1. Engine Element - replace
IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to clean element using an air nozzle. Do not strike element on
a hard surface. Either action will damage the element.
2. Engine Safety Element
IMPORTANT: Do not remove safety element under heavy dust or blowing conditions (in the
field). Even slight amounts of dust entering the engine can lead to premature
wear.
a. Inspect safety element for contamination and physical damage.