
Product: SKID STEER LOADER
Model: 226B SKID STEER LOADER MJH
Configuration: 216B 226B 232B 242B Skid Steer Loader MJH00001-10574
(MACHINE) POWERED BY 3024C Engine
Operation and Maintenance Manual
216B, 226B, 232B, 236B, 242B, 246B, 248B, 252B, 262B and 268B Skid Steer Loaders
Media Number -SEBU7731-08 Publication Date -01/07/2007 Date Updated -16/07/2007
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Lubricant Viscosities
SMCS - 7581
The proper oil viscosity grade is determined by the minimum outside temperature when the machine is
started. The proper oil viscosity grade is also determined by the maximum outside temperature while the
machine is operated. Use the column that has the title of "Min" on the table to determine the oil viscosity
grade that is required for starting a cold machine. Use the column that has the title of "Max" on the table
to determine the oil viscosity grade for operating the machine at the highest temperature that is
anticipated. Use the oil with the highest viscosity that is allowed for the ambient temperature when you
start the machine.
Machines that are continuously operated should use the oils with the higher viscosity in the final drives and
differentials in order to maintain the highest possible oil film thickness. Consult your Caterpillar dealer if
additional information is needed.
Table 1
Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures
Compartment or System
Oil Type and
Classification
Oil Viscosities
°C °F
Min
Max
Min
Max
Engine Crankcase for all
Machines
(1)
(2)
and Drive Chain Boxes
Cat DEO Multigrade
Cat DEO SYN
Cat Arctic DEO
SYN
(3)
Cat ECF-1
(4)
API CG-4
Multigrade
(5)
SAE 0W-20
-40
10
-40
50
SAE 0W-30 -40 30
-40
86
SAE 0W-40 -40 40
-40
104
SAE 5W-30 -30 30
-22
86
SAE 5W-40 -30 50
-22
122
SAE 10W-30
(6)
-18 40 0
104