Multiquip JS36LE - Manual (Page 20)

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4. If the oil level is low (Figure 16), fill to the edge of the
oil filler hole with the recommended oil type as listed
in Table 4. Reference Table 3 for maximum engine oil
capacity.
Figure 16. Engine Oil Dipstick (Oil Level)
Table 4. Oil Type
Season Temperature Oil Type
Summer 25°C or Higher SAE 10W-30
Spring/Fall 25°C~10°C SAE 10W-30/20
Winter 0°C or Lower SAE 10W-10
fuel check
1. Visually inspect to see if fuel level is low. If fuel is low,
replenish with unleaded fuel.
2. When refueling, be sure to use a strainer for filtration.
dO NOT top-off fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel
immediately.
daNgEr
eXpLOSIve FUeL!
Motor fuels are highly flammable and can
be dangerous if mishandled. dO NOT
smoke while refueling. dO NOT attempt
to refuel the trowel if the engine is hot! or
running.
gearbox Oil
1. Determine if the gearbox oil is low by removing the oil
plug located on the side of the gearbox. (Figure 17)
This plug will be marked by the "check" decal. The
correct level of the lubrication oil should be to the
bottom of the fill plug.
Figure 17. Gearbox
2. If lubrication oil begins to seep out as the drain plug
is being removed, then it can be assumed that the
gearbox has a sufficient amount of oil.
3. If lubrication oil does not seep out as the drain plug
is being removed, fill with type ISO 680 (P/N 10139)
gearbox lubricant oil until the oil filler hole overflows.
v-Belt Check
A worn or damaged V-belt can adversely affect the
performance of the trowel. If a V-belt is defective or worn
simply replace the V-belt as outlined in the maintenance
section of this manual.
belt guard check
Check for damage, loose or missing hardware.
blade check
Check for worn or damaged blades. Check to see if one
blade is worn out while the others look new. If this is
the case there could be a blade pitch problem. Refer to
the maintenance section of this manual for blade pitch
adjustment procedure. Replace any worn blades.
OIL SIGHT GLASS/
FILL PLUG
DRAIN
PLUG
GEARBOX
warNiNg
NeveR disable or disconnect the centrifugal safety
" STOP" switch. It is provided for operator safety. Injury
may result if it is disabled, disconnected or improperly
maintained.
inspection