Komatsu PC118MR-8, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
MAINTENANCE
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CHECKING THE WINDSHIELD FLUID LEVEL AND TOPPING UP 4
The reservoir (1) is positioned in the side cover and contains
detergent for the front windshield; make sure that the reservoir
is always full. If necessary, add non-flammable detergent an
ethyl alcohol based of the type used for cars.
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While topping up, be careful to prevent dust from getting into
the reservoir.
NOTICE
q
To fill the reservoir, use only non-flammable detergent
an ethyl alcohol based of the type used for cars.
q
Do not use methyl alcohol based detergents may
irritate the eyes.
q
Do not use the antifreezes used in engine cooling
systems.
Quantity of detergent to be mixed with water
Proportions vary according to the ambient temperature. Before topping up, it is advisable to dilute the detergent
with water according to the quantities indicated in the following table.
Area, season Proportions Freezing temperature
Normal Detergent 1/3 Water 2/3 -10 °C
Cold area - winter Detergent 1/2 Water 1/2 -20 °C
Very cold area - winter Undiluted detergent -30 °C
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