DR Power Towable Backhoe - Manual (Page 10)

10 DR ® TOWABLE BACKHOE
NOTE: Use only the recommended high detergent engine oil. Other types of oil
could cause problems operating your machine. Please refer to your Engine Owner’s
Manual for detailed oil information.
1. Place the machine on a level surface, remove the Oil Fill/Dipstick (Figure 2)
and clean the end of it with a rag.
2. Machines are shipped with no oil. Initially add 16 oz. of the oil
recommended by the Engine Manufacturer. Wait one minute for the oil to
settle.
3. Replace the Dipstick, but DO NOT screw it in, to ensure an accurate reading
and then remove it to check the oil level (clean the Dipstick with the rag after
checking).
4. Continue adding a few ounces of oil at a time, rechecking the Dipstick until
the oil reaches the fill mark. Be careful not to overfill.
5. Replace the Dipstick and screw all the way down when full.
6. Remove the Gas Fill Cap and fill the Gas Tank with fresh, unleaded gas (with
a minimum of 85 Octane) to approximately 1" to 1-1/2" below the top of the
fill neck to allow for fuel expansion (Figure 3). Be careful not to overfill and
reinstall the Gas Fill Cap before starting the engine. See your Engine
Owner’s Manual for more detailed information.
NOTE: To refill the gas tank, turn the engine OFF and let the engine cool at least
five minutes before removing the gas fill cap.
Oil Fill/Dipstick
Figure 2
Full Low
•
You must add oil before starting the engine. This machine is shipped without oil. Traces of oil may be in the reservoir from
factory testing, but you must add oil before starting the engine. Fill the reservoir slowly, checking the level frequently to avoid
overfilling.
• To get an accurate reading when checking the oil level:
- the machine should be on a level surface.
- the dipstick should not be screwed down to ensure an accurate oil level reading.
Gas Fill Cap
Figure 3