Setup

3.Check the Hydraulic Oil Level

a.Unscrew the hydraulic oil fill cap. See Fig 2. The dipstick is attached to the cap. The oil should be up to the full line on the dipstick.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the cooling system and hydraulic pump, use only Graco Hydraulic Fluid, 169236 (5 gal./20 liter) or 207428 (1 gal/3.8 liter). Other types of hydraulic oil may damage the hydrau- lic components.

b.Add oil as needed to the proper level. A completely full hydraulic system contains about 5 gallons (20 liters) of oil.

HYDRAULIC OIL

PACKINGFILL CAP NUT/ WET

OIL DIPSTICK

GASOLINE

FILL CAP

FUEL

SHUTOFF

VALVE

ENGINE OIL

FILL PLUG

Fig 3

7872A

 

 

 

4. Check the Engine Oil Level

a. Remove the dipstick. See Fig 3.

CUP

Fig 2

7871A

b. Check to be sure the oil is up to the full mark

on the dipstick.

c. If oil is needed, see the chart below for the

recommended oil type and weight.

d. Crank case capacity: 1.5 quarts (1.4 liters)

RECOMMENDED LUBRICATION OIL: Use a high quality detergent oil of American Petroleum Institute (API) service class SG or SH for regular use and for breaking in a new engine.

GRADE OF OIL CHART

SEASON OR TEMPERATURE

GRADE OF OIL

 

 

Spring, Summer, Autumn

SAE 10W±30

 

 

30_F to 0_, Winter

SAE 5W±20 or 10W±20

 

 

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