Operator's Manual
First Edition • Second Printing
Maintenance
60
Z-60/37DC • Z-60/37FE
Part No. 1270491
Check the Engine Coolant Level –
Liquid Cooled Models
Maintaining the engine coolant at the proper level
is essential to engine service life. Improper coolant
level will affect the engine’s cooling capability and
damage engine components. Daily checks will
allow the inspector to identify changes in coolant
level that might indicate cooling system problems.
Burn hazard. Beware of hot engine parts and
coolant. Contact with hot engine parts and/or
coolant may cause severe burns.
Burn hazard. Do not remove the radiator cap if
the engine has been running. Contact with
pressurized coolant may cause severe burns.
Allow engine to cool before removing the
radiator cap.
1
Check the fluid level in the coolant recovery
tank. Add fluid as needed.
Result: The fluid level should be at the
FULL
mark on the tank or visible in the sight gauge.
Check the Batteries
Proper battery condition is essential to good
machine performance and operational safety.
Improper fluid levels or damaged cables and
connections can result in component damage and
hazardous conditions.
Electrocution hazard. Contact with hot or live
circuits may result in death or serious injury.
Remove all rings, watches and other jewelry.
Bodily injury hazard. Batteries contain acid.
Avoid spilling or contacting battery acid.
Neutralize battery acid spills with baking soda
and water.
1
Put on protective clothing and eye wear.
2
Be sure that the battery cable connections are
tight and free of corrosion.
3
Be sure that the battery hold-down brackets
are in place and secure.
Note: Adding terminal protectors and a corrosion
preventative sealant will help eliminate the
corrosion on the battery terminals and cables.
