Lincoln Electric IM10019 manual OIL Filter Change, Bleeding the Fuel System

D-2 MAINTENANCE D-2

Use motor oil designed for diesel engines that meets requirements for API service classification CC/CD/CE/CF/CF-4/CG-4 or CH-4.

ACEA E1/E2/E3. Always check the API service label on the oil container to be sure it includes the letters indicated. (Note: An S-grade oil must not be used in a diesel engine or damage may result. It IS permissible to use an oil that meets S and C grade service classi- fications.)

SAE 10W30 is recommended for general, all tempera- ture use, 5F to 104F (-15C to 40C).

See engine owner’s manual for more specific informa- tion on oil viscosity recommendations.

OIL FILTER CHANGE

•Drain the oil.

•Remove the oil filter with an oil filter wrench and drain the oil into a suitable container. Discard the used filter. Note: Care should be taken during filter removal to not disrupt or damage in any way the fuel lines.

•Clean the filter mounting base and coat the gasket of the new filter with clean engine oil.

•Screw the new filter on by hand until the gasket con- tacts the mounting base. Using an oil filter wrench, tighten the filter an additional 1/2 to 7/8 of a turn.

•Refill the crankcase with the specified amount of the recommended engine oil. Reinstall the oil filler cap and tighten securely.

•Start the engine and check for oil filter leaks.

•Stop the engine and check the oil level. If neces- sary, add oil to the upper limit mark on the dipstick.

AIR FILTER CAUTION

EXCESSIVE AIR FILTER RESTRICTION WILL RESULT IN REDUCED ENGINE LIFE.

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The air filter element is a dry cartridge type. It can be cleaned and reused; however, damaged elements should not be reused. Stop engine after 100 hours of running time and clean filter element , replace the filter if necessary. Service air cleaner regularly according to Engine Operator’s Manual.

1.Locate the air filter canister located behind the engine door on the top of the engine.

2.Remove air filter element.

3.Remove loose dirt from element with compressed air or water hose directed from inside out.

Compressed Air: 100 psi maximum with nozzles at least one inch away from element.

Water Hose: 40 psi maximum without nozzle.

4.Soak element in a mild detergent solution for 15 minutes. Do not soak more than 24 hours. Swish element around in the solution to help remove dirt.

5.Rinse elements from inside out with a gentle stream of water (less than 40 psi) to remove all suds and dirt.

6.Dry element before reuse with warm air at less than 160°F (71°C). Do not use a light bulb to dry the ele- ment.

7.Inspect for holes and tears by looking through the element toward a bright light. Check for damaged gaskets or dented metal parts. Do not reuse dam- aged elements. Protect element from dust and damage during drying and storage.

8.Reinstall air filter element.

After six cleanings replace air filter. A cleaned filter will have approximately 70% of the life of a new fil- ter element. A restricted filter element may not appear excessively dirty.

FUEL

At the end of each day’s use, refill the fuel tank to min- imize moisture condensation and dirt contamination in the fuel line. Do not overfill; leave room for the fuel to expand.

Use only fresh No. 2D diesel fuel, the use of No. 1D diesel fuel is recommended in place of No. 2D at tem- peratures below 23°F (-5°C). Do not use kerosene.

See the Engine Operator's Manual for instructions on replacing the fuel filter.

BLEEDING THE FUEL SYSTEM

You may need to bleed air from the fuel system if the fuel filter or fuel lines have been detached, the fuel tank has been ran empty or after periods of long stor- age. It is recommended that the fuel shutoff valve be

closed during periods of non-use.

WARNING

To avoid personal injury, do not bleed a hot engine. This could cause fuel to spill onto a hot exhaust manifold, creating a danger of fire.

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