R1040 MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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IMPORTANT
Failure to attend to this may result in serious damage to
the engine (piston & bearing seizure)
5.1.3
Changing Engine Oil
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Change engine oil at recommended intervals, See 5.1.1
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Run engine until warm.(lube oil temp. approx. 80°C)
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Stop the engine (Fig. 5.1.3.1)
Fig 5.1.3.1
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Place oil tray under drain pipe
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Unscrew oil drain plug on the end of drain pipe and drain oil completely
(Fig, 5.1.3.2)
Fig 5.1.3.2
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Collect used oil in suitable receptacle ready for proper disposal to prevent
environmental pollution.
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Refit oil drain plug with new joint washer and tighten firmly.
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Fill in fresh lube oil.
- Lube oil specifications, refer 2.4.6
- Lube oil sump capacity, refer 2.4.4
IMPORTANT
Take care when draining off hot oil: Danger of scalding!
