TM 5-3895-385-10
OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
BITUMINOUS MATERIAL PAVING MACHINE (BMPM)
ENGINE SERVICE
INITIAL SETUP:
Materials/Parts
Equipment Conditions
Engine lubricating oil (WP 0033, Item 10)
Engine off (WP 0006)
Wiping rags (WP 0033, Item 15)
BATTERY DISCONNECT switch OFF (WP 0004)
Personnel Required
Engine cool
12V (1)
Time Required
0.5 hr
ENGINE SERVICE
Check Engine Lubricating Oil Level
WARNING
Hot oil can be thrown when engine is running. Stop engine before checking engine lubricating
oil level. Failure to comply may cause injury or death to personnel.
Engine oil pressure is high enough to penetrate skin. Keep hands and body away from any
pressurized leak. Use cardboard or paper to check for leaks. Failure to comply may cause
injury or death to personnel.
When running, Bituminous Material Paving Machine (BMPM) engine has hot metal surfaces
that will burn flesh on contact. Shut down engine and allow sufficient cooling before checks,
services, or maintenance. Wear gloves and additional protective clothing as required. Failure
to comply may cause injury or death to personnel.
Metal jewelry can become entangled in equipment components. Remove all jewelry and do
not wear loose clothing when working on equipment. Failure to comply may cause injury or
death to personnel.
NOTE
Engine lubricating oil level should be checked using the engine oil dipstick while the engine is
turned off and before beginning any paving operation.
Capture and dispose of spilled engine lubricating oil In Accordance With (IAW) local Standard
Operating Procedure (SOP).
