Hagie 204, Operator'S Manual

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VII. SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
FIG 7.11
FLUIDS CONTINUED
COOLANT RESERVOIR - The coolant reservoir is located
under the right-hand hood behind the radiator (fig 7.10). Check
its level everyday while the engine is cold. Maintain the coolant
reservoir level within the normal cold range marks.
CHANGING COOLANT - Your coolant should periodically
be changed to eliminate the buildup of harmful chemicals. Drain
and replace the coolant every other detasseling season or every
1,000 hours of operation, whichever comes first. Refill only with
ethylene glycol coolant. Antifreeze should be mixed only with
soft water because hard water contains minerals which
breakdown the anti-corrosion properties of antifreeze.
Fuel
TYPE – (Cummins) No. 2 diesel fuel is recommended for
the best economy and performance under most operating
conditions. In operating conditions under 32° F, use a blend of
No. 1 and No. 2 diesel fuel. The addition of No. 1 diesel fuel may
cause loss of power and/or fuel economy.
TYPE – (GM) Unleaded gasoline is recommended.
STORING - See section 8 on detasseler storage.
REFILLING - Always turn off the engine and allow it to cool
before refueling. Never smoke while fueling. Keep a fire
extinguisher within reach while refueling.
Each tank holds 40 gallons - do not fill them completely: fuel
can expand and run over. Wipe up all spilled fuel and clean with
detergent and water before starting the engine.
PRIMING (Diesel) - If the fuel system should happen to run
dry and lose its prime, there is a priming bulb located on the left
side of the engine for use in filling the engine fuel filters (fig.
7.12).
FLUIDS CONTINUED
FIG 7.10
FIG 7.12