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LTN 6K/8K-V
Maintenance
6.7
Checking the Engine Coolant Level
When
Daily
Requirements
Machine shut down
Engine cool
50/50 coolant/water solution (as needed)
NOTICE:
Use a long-life ethylene glycol coolant/water solution in this engine. Refer
to the engine owner’s manual for more information.
Procedure
Perform the procedure below to check the engine coolant level.
NOTICE:
Do not add fluid to the over-flow reservior.
1. Open one of the cabinet doors
.
2. Slowly rotate the radiator cap
(a)
counterclockwise to release any
remaining system pressure. Unscrew
and remove the radiator cap after the
pressure has been released.
3. Verify that the coolant level of the
radiator is 19 mm (3/4 in.) below the
bottom of the filler neck. Add more
coolant if necessary to maintain this
level.
NOTICE:
Do not overfill the radiator. The machine will be damaged.
4. Inspect the radiator filler cap and seal for damage. Clean the radiator filler cap
or replace it if necessary.
5. Reinstall the radiator filler cap.
Result
The coolant level has been checked.
WARNING
Burn hazard. Engine coolant is hot and under pressure at operating temperature.
f
Check the coolant level only after the engine has been shut down and is cool.
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WARNING
Burn hazard. Coolant can contain alkali.
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Avoid coolant contact with skin and eyes.
