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Engine Oil Viscosity/Temperature Data

Temperature
Oil Type
-22°F -4°F 5°F 32°F 50°F 68°F 86°F 104°F 122°F
(-30°C) (-20°C) (-15°C) (0°C) (10°C) (20°C) (30°C) (40°C) (50°C)

SAE 15W-40

SAE 10W-30

SAE 5W-30

SAE 5W-40

SAE 40W

NOTE: Use any engine oil meeting Cummins® Engine Standard Classification (CES) 20081. Due to its
comparatively better lubricating characteristics (including improved oil consumption, engine operation in frigid
climates, and continued lubrication in high temperatures), SAE 15W-40 is recommended for a majority of climates.
In some circumstances, short-term use of low-viscosity engine oil in cold temperatures (below 23°F [–5°C]) is
acceptable; however, long-term use can reduce engine life.

Lubricating Grease/Temperature Data

Temperature
Grease Type
Summer Winter

NGLI #2 molybdenum disulfide

lithium-based grease

NGLI #1 molybdenum disulfide

lithium-based grease

NOTE: Always use clean extreme pressure (EP) grease when greasing the machine. Avoid using low-viscosity
greases. SANY recommends EP 2 or equivalent grease. See “Grease” on page 5-8.

Industrial Gear Oil/Temperature Data

Temperature
Oil Type
-4°F 14°F 32°F 50°F 68°F 86°F 104°F 122°F
(-20°C) (-10°C) (0°C) (10°C) (20°C) (30°C) (40°C) (50°C)

220 LS2 (85W-140)

NOTE: Use any brand meeting AGMA standard 9005-D94, ISO 3448 grade 220. Short-term use of low-viscosity
engine oil in cold temperatures (below 23°F [-5°C]) promotes engine life. Long-term use of low-viscosity engine oil
can reduce engine life.

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Hydraulic Oil/Ambient Temperature

Data

Temperature
Oil Type
-22°F -4°F 14°F 32°F 50°F 68°F 86°F 104°F 122°F
(-30°C) (-20°C) (-10°C) (0°C) (10°C) (20°C) (30°C) (40°C) (50°C)

ISO VG 46 anti-wear
hydraulic oil

ISO VG 32 low
temperature
anti-wear hydraulic
oil

NOTE: Select the proper hydraulic oil based on local operating climate and conditions:

• Use ISO VG 46 anti-wear hydraulic oil in generally temperate climates.

• Use ISO VG 32 low-temperature anti-wear hydraulic oil (pour point is -43.6°F [-42°C]) in generally arctic
areas where ambient temperatures can reach -22°F (-30°C) during operation.

Lubricants
NOTICE!
To prevent damage to the hydraulic system, NOTICE!
perform the following warm-up procedure in
Use only lubricants recommended in this manual.
ambient temperatures below 32°F (0°C).
Using other lubricants can damage the machine
and could cause improper machine operation.
• Start the engine and run it at idle speed for 7 to 10
minutes. Increase the engine speed to 1200 rpm
Contact a SANY dealer for assistance if the
and perform only no-load traveling for a
machine will be operated in subzero temperatures
minimum of 30 minutes or until the hydraulic oil
where the use of an auxiliary heating device is
temperature is at least 68°F (20°C).
required.
• Proceed with normal operation only after
completing the warm-up as described above, or
adjust the warm-up period according to the
Grease
ambient temperature. During normal operation, Always use clean extreme pressure (EP) grease when
take care to operate the controls slowly and greasing this machine. Avoid using low-viscosity
observe the traveling system for any signs of greases. SANY recommends an EP 2 or equivalent
trouble. Operation with oil temperature of 68°F grease designed for:
(20°C) or below may damage the hydraulic • Heavy-duty bearings and general industrial
system. lubrication.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) • Heavy-duty plain and rolling-element bearings
operating under severe conditions, including shock
All diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) must meet ISO 22241-1.
loading in wet environments.
Engine Coolant
Any engine coolant brand meeting Cummins® Engine
Standard Classification (CES) 14603 may be used.
Cummins recommends the use of Fleetguard® ES
Compleat™ coolant.

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