Cat Gas Engine Lubricant, Fuel, and Coolant Recommendations - Special Publication - i07966018

Oct 24, 2026

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SEBU6400-07 covers lubricant, fuel, and coolant recommendations for all Cat gas engines, supported by updated literature information and cross-references to the related Operation and Maintenance Manual. It provides important safety guidance, explaining hazards, required authorization, and how to recognize safety alert symbols and signal words such as DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION. It also includes notices on original parts, maintenance responsibilities, and the need to obtain current specifications before jobs.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryHealthcare

FormatPDF

Pages48

Reading Time2 h 1 min

AccessFree to download

Important Safety Information

Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words

NOTICE and Part Replacement

Foreword

Literature Information

Safety

Maintenance and Maintenance Intervals

Extended Engine Oil Drains and Warranty

SEBU6400-07 (en-us) December 2020 Operation and Maintenance Manual Cat Gas Engine Lubricant, Fuel, and Coolant Recommendations All Gas Engines Special Publication i07966018 Important Safety Information Most accidents that involve product operation, maintenance and repair are caused by failure to observe basic safety rules or precautions. An accident can often be avoided by recognizing potentially hazardous situations before an accident occurs. A person must be alert to potential hazards, including human factors that can affect safety. This person should also have the necessary training, skills and tools to perform these functions properly. Improper operation, lubrication, maintenance or repair of this product can be dangerous and could result in injury or death. Do not operate or perform any lubrication, maintenance or repair on this product, until you verify that you are authorized to perform this work, and have read and understood the operation, lubrication, maintenance and repair information. Safety precautions and warnings are provided in this manual and on the product. If these hazard warnings are not heeded, bodily injury or death could occur to you or to other persons. The hazards are identified by the “Safety Alert Symbol” and followed by a “Signal Word” such as“DANGER”,“WARNING” or “CAUTION”. The Safety Alert “WARNING” label is shown below. The meaning of this safety alert symbol is as follows: Attention! Become Alert! Your Safety is Involved. The message that appears under the warning explains the hazard and can be either written or pictorially presented. A non-exhaustive list of operations that may cause product damage are identified by “NOTICE” labels on the product and in this publication. Caterpillar cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a potential hazard. The warnings in this publication and on the product are, therefore, not all inclusive. You must not use this product in any manner different from that considered by this manual without first satisfying yourself that you have considered all safety rules and precautions applicable to the operation of the product in the location of use, including site-specific rules and precautions applicable to the worksite. If a tool, procedure, work method or operating technique that is not specifically recommended by Caterpillar is used, you must satisfy yourself that it is safe for you and for others. You should also ensure that you are authorized to perform this work, and that the product will not be damaged or become unsafe by the operation, lubrication, maintenance or repair procedures that you intend to use. The information, specifications, and illustrations in this publication are on the basis of information that was available at the time that the publication was written. The specifications, torques, pressures, measurements, adjustments, illustrations, and other items can change at any time. These changes can affect the service that is given to the product. Obtain the complete and most current information before you start any job. Cat dealers have the most current information available. NOTICE When replacement parts are required for this product Caterpillar recommends using original Caterpillar® replacement parts. Other parts may not meet certain original equipment specifications. When replacement parts are installed, the machine owner/user should ensure that the machine remains in compliance with all applicable requirements. In the United States, the maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any repair establishment or individual of the owner's choosing. SEBU6400-07 3 Table of Contents Table of Contents Foreword ........................................................... 4 Maintenance Section Lubricant Specifications .................................... 5 Fuel Specifications .......................................... 27 Cool

FAQs

What safety steps does the manual require before operating or performing maintenance?

Do not operate or perform lubrication, maintenance, or repair until authorization is verified and the relevant information in the manuals is read and understood. Follow the safety precautions and warnings provided in the manual and on the product.

How are hazards identified in the document?

Hazards are identified by the “Safety Alert Symbol” followed by a “Signal Word” such as DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. The warning message explains the hazard and may be presented in text or pictorial form.

What does the manual say about replacement parts?

When replacement parts are required, original Caterpillar replacement parts are recommended. Other parts may not meet original equipment specifications.

Oct 24, 2026

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