When removing cap from a very hot radiator, do not turn cap past safety stop
until all pressure or steam has escaped.
(2)
Removal
To remove, turn the cap to the left (counterclockwise) to the safety stop. When all pressure is
released, press down on the cap and continue to turn until the cap is free to be removed.
Allow engine to cool before adding coolant.
NOTE:
Do not attempt to repair the valve in a radiator cap. Replace with a new cap.
(3)
Installation
When installing the cap, be sure it is turned clockwise as far as it will go so that the pressure
retaining valve will be functional.
c. Coolant
Anti-freeze is essential in any climate.
It broadens the operating temperature range by lowering
the coolant freezing point and by raising its boiling point. Do
NOT
use more than 50 percent
anti-freeze in the mixture unless additional freeze protection is required.
NEVER
use more than 68
percent antifreeze under any condition. Never use soluble oil in the cooling system.
For complete information regarding coolant specifications, temperature ranges. testing equipment,
antifreeze, etc., refer to Cummins Operation and Maintenance Manual.
(1)
General
A permanent type antifreeze is recommended for use in the cooling system in any climate
1.Do not use methanol or alcohol as an antifreeze.
2.Do no mix brands or type of antifreeze. A solution containing two or more
types of antifreeze is impossible to test accurately.
(2)
Selecting antifreeze
a.
Select a permanent type antifreeze know to be satisfactory for use with chromate corrosion
resistor.
b.
When it is not known if the antifreeze is satisfactory for use with chromate resistor, check with
local Cummins Distributor for a list of compatible antifreezes.
Do not use soluble oil in the cooling system
(3)
Checking antifreeze solution
Check the solution with a reliable tester when in doubt about antifreeze protection.
NOTE:
When testing, be sure coolant is at operating temperature. Follow manufacturer’s instructions on
tester.
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
OM-2084 / Operation and Maintenance Manual
90CU24 / Series 500392 Generator Sets
November 27/1997
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