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Checking Engine Coolant Strength
Check the strength of the antifreeze in the coolant in the radiator with a tester annually. Ideally, this will be done before
the windrower is stored at the end of the operating season.
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the
key from the ignition before leaving the operator
’
s seat for any reason.
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury from hot coolant, do NOT attempt to open the radiator cap until the engine cools.
1.
Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
2.
Open the hood to the highest position. For instructions, refer to
.
3.
Move the platform on the left cab-forward side of the machine to the open position. For instructions, refer to
.
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Figure 5.89: Engine Cooling System
4.
Turn radiator cap (A) counterclockwise to the first notch to
relieve pressure before removing the cap completely.
5.
Turn cap (A) again and remove it.
6.
Check the coolant in the radiator using an antifreeze tester.
The tester should indicate that the antifreeze in the coolant
will protect the engine at temperatures equal to or greater
than -34°C (-30°F).
7.
Inspect the radiator cap before reinstalling it. For
instructions, refer to
Inspecting Radiator Cap, page 367
.
8.
Reinstall radiator cap (A).
9.
Close the platform. For instructions, refer to
.
10. Close the hood. For instructions, refer to
.
Checking Coolant Level
Inspect the the coolant recovery tank to check the coolant level.
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the
key from the ignition before leaving the operator
’
s seat for any reason.
1.
Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
2.
Open the hood to the highest position. For instructions, refer to
.
3.
Move the platform on the left cab-forward side of the machine to the open position. For instructions, refer to
.
