Vermeer McLaughlin V25, Operator And Maintenance Manual

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30-12 Transporting the Machine V25/VX30G/VSK25/VSK30G Vacuum Excavators
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RANSPORTING OR
S
TORING
M
ACHINE IN
F
REEZING
C
ONDITIONS
NOTICE: Do not let water pump run dry. Ensure antifreeze level is visible at all times. Running the water pump
dry will result in water pump damage.
All vacuum excavators equipped with a water system must be filled with antifreeze if being transported or
stored in freezing conditions. If not filled with antifreeze, the vacuum excavator is susceptible to system damage
from freezing water. A water recirculation kit is also available, which transfers water from the hose reel back to
the water tanks, to help avoid water freeze.
Step 1: Remove drain plug (1) from strainer or drain
fitting (2), and drain excess water from the
system.
Step 2: Install drain plug or fitting.
Step 3: Verify no tools are connected to the high
pressure water hose.
Step 4: Place end of high pressure water hose into water
tank, or connect to water recirculation
connection if supplied.
Step 5: If equipped with antifreeze tank: Refer to “If
Equipped with Antifreeze System,” page 30-12 .
If not equipped with antifreeze tank: Refer to “If Not Equipped with Antifreeze System,” page 30-14 .
If Equipped with Antifreeze System
After completing Steps 1–4:
Step 6: Close Water Supply ball valve (3) .
Step 7: Pour 1–2 gal (3.8–7.6 L) antifreeze into antifreeze tank. Open Antifreeze valve.
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