Manual

Service - 88 FX60/FXT60 Tier 4 Operator’s Manual
Recommended Lubricants/Service Key
CMW
®
Recommended Lubricants/Service Key
Proper lubrication and maintenance protects Ditch Witch
®
equipment from damage and failure. Service
intervals listed are for minimum requirements. In extreme conditions, service machine more frequently.
Use only genuine Ditch Witch parts, filters, approved lubricants, TJC, and approved coolants to maintain
warranty. Fill to capacities listed in “Specifications” on page 129.
For more information on engine lubrication and maintenance, see your engine manual.
Item Description
DEO Diesel engine oil meeting or exceeding Deutz specification DQC III- LA.
NOTICE: This unit is shipped from the factory with API CJ-4 DEO meeting Deutz
specification DQC II-LA. Change oil initially at 250 hours.
• Engine must use low sulfated ash, phosphorous, and sulfur (low (SAPS) oil.
• See viscosity chart.
• If oils meeting only API CJ-4 or ACEA E6/E9 are used, service interval is reduced
from 500 hours to 250 hours.
DEAC Diesel engine antifreeze/coolant meeting ASTM D6210 (fully formulated)
HTG NGLI #2 premium grade, petroleum-based grease with high temperature resistance and
good mechanical stability
NDO SAE30 non-detergent oil
SGL Synthetic gear oil, ISO 100, p/n 256-044. See blower manual for more information.
MPL Multipurpose gear oil meeting API service classification GL-5 (SAE 80W90)
THF Tractor hydraulic fluid, similar to Phillips 66 HG, Mobilfluid 423, Chevron Tractor
Hydraulic Fluid, Texaco TDH Oil, or equivalent
MPG Multipurpose grease meeting ASTM D217 and NLGI 5
DOT DOT 3 or 4 brake fluid
Check level of fluid or lubricant Check condition
Filter Change, replace, adjust, service or
test
IMPORTANT: Use the “Service Record” on page 147 to record all required service to your machine.