Monaco DYNASTY 2006, User Manual

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DYNASTY 2006 CHASSIS INFORMATION — SECTION 10 • 347
NOTE:
Consult the engine manufacturer owners guide for more detailed information.
Engine Coolant Reservoir:
The engine coolant reservoir is connected to the radiator by a
hose. When the motorhome is driven, coolant heats and expands.
A portion of fl uid, displaced by expansion, fl ows from the radiator
into the reservoir. When the engine is stopped the coolant cools
and contracts. Coolant is drawn back in the radiator by a vacuum.
Thus, the radiator is kept fi lled with coolant to the desired level
at all times resulting in increased cooling effi ciency. The coolant
level should be at, or slightly above, the appropriate mark on the
reservoir tank when the system is cold.
CAUTION:
To avoid scalding hot steam or coolant from being
released from the engine cooling system, never remove
the reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.
Failure to follow this warning may result in damage
to the engine cooling system and possibly cause severe
personal injury.
Coolant Levels:
• Check the coolant level daily or when refueling.
• If the coolant is below the minimum level, the low coolant alarm will sound and the low coolant light will
appear on the dash.
• The coolant level should be visible in the sight glass with the ISX and Detroit engines.
INSPECTION:
Stop the motorhome and inspect the coolant level before continued operation.
INFORMATION:
Refer to the Engine Manufacturer Owner’s Manual for details on engine coolant
maintenance.
NOTE:
Have an inspection performed of the surge tank cap seal and have the cap pressure tested at
each oil change.
Coolant Types:
•
Cummins- BTE SCA.
INFORMATION:
Refer to OEM manual for detailed antifreeze information.
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Coolant Reservoir