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Clarke — Changing the lubricating oil

Maintenance · Engine crankcase/sump

From a Clarke operator's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Perkins 1000 Series engine

Parts for this job

Part numbers from the service-parts list for Perkins 1000 Series engine. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.

Procedure

  1. Operate the engine until it is warm.
  2. Stop the engine. Remove the sump drain plug and its O ring and drain the lubricating oil from the sump.
  3. Fit the drain plug and its O ring and tighten to 34 Nm (25 lbf ft).
  4. Fill the sump to the MAX mark on the dipstick with new and clean lubricating oil of an approved grade.
  5. Return the unit to service by returning the AEC selector to automatic and close cooling system manual by-pass valve. Dispose of used oil properly.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Sump drain plug torque: 34 Nm (25 lbf ft)

Full service-parts list: Perkins 1000 Series engine →

Source: Clarke operator's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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