MacDon M205, Operator'S Manual

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Checking Coolant Level
DANGER
To avoid bodily injury or death from 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.
Check coolant level in the coolant recovery tank daily.
1. Stop the engine, and remove the key.
2. Open the hood. Refer to 5.2.3 Opening Hood (Highest Position), page 286 .
3. Open the platform. Refer to 5.3.1 Opening Platforms (Standard Position), page 288 .
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Figure 5.83: Engine Coolant Tank
4. Ensure coolant recovery tank (A) is one-half full. To add
coolant, refer to
Adding Coolant, page 336 .
5. Close the platform. Refer to 5.3.2 Closing Platforms
(Standard Position), page 289 .
6. Close the hood. Refer to 5.2.4 Closing Hood (Highest
Position), page 287 .
Changing Coolant
Coolant should be drained and the system flushed and filled with new coolant every 2000 hours or 2 years .
Refer to the following procedures:
•
Draining and Cleaning the Coolant Tank, page 333
•
Adding Coolant, page 336
Draining and Cleaning the Coolant Tank
DANGER
To avoid bodily injury or death from 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 turn radiator cap until engine cools.
1. Stop the engine and remove the key. Let the engine cool.
2. Open the hood. Refer to 5.2.3 Opening Hood (Highest Position), page 286 .
3. Open the platform. Refer to 5.3.1 Opening Platforms (Standard Position), page 288 .
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING