Teledyne Continental Motors, Inc.
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Maintenance and Adjustments
IOF-550 Permold Series Engine Maintenance Manual
9-9
1 April 2007
9-3.1. Check and Replenish Engine Oil Level
It is essential that the oil capacity must be maintained to the specified level. To check the
oil level and add oil, perform the following procedure:
WARNING
Check the oil level before every flight and maintain the engine
oil at the specified level. Operating an engine with no oil or oil
levels below required capacity will cause engine malfunction or
failure.
Procedure
1.
Withdraw the oil gauge rod (dipstick).
2.
Wipe the rod clean with a clean, lint-free cloth. Avoid getting any lint or debris in the
oil sump.
3.
Insert the oil gauge rod back into the oil sump and withdraw the rod again.
4.
Verify the oil level touches but does not pass the fill line on the rod.
5.
If more oil is required, add a sufficient quantity of the oil specified in the chart below
to reach the fill line on the oil gauge rod.
NOTE: Oil sump capacities differ for the various IOF-550 engine
models. See “Engine Specifications and Operating Limits” in
Chapter 2.
Oil Type
When to Use
SAEJ1966
(Nondispersant mineral oil)
Engine break-in
After installing a new, rebuilt, or overhauled
engine for initial 25 hour operation
SAEJ1899
(Ashless dispersant oil)
Routine oil change after engine break-in
WARNING
Petroleum based aviation engine oil is flammable. Follow all
fire hazard precautions. Store the oil in a well-ventilated area
away from any heat or ignition source.
When adding oil, completely remove the protective seal on the
oil container to prevent the seal from falling into the oil fill
port. Prevent any debris from falling into the oil fill port.
If any oil is spilled on the engine and nacelle during filling,
clean up the oil spills on the engine and nacelle. Follow
precautions in wiping up oil spills.
