IC Bus Gasoline CE Series, Руководство по эксплуатации и обслуживанию

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Operation
WARNING
To prevent personal injury and / or death, or
property damage, do not use the washers in
freezing weather without first warming the
windshield with the defrosters; otherwise, the
washer solution may freeze on the windshield
and obscure your vision, which could cause an
accident.
WARNING
To prevent personal injury and / or death, or
property damage, do not use radiator coolant
or antifreeze in the windshield washer reservoir.
Radiator coolant in the washer reservoir can
severely reduce visibility when sprayed on the
windshield.
Follow these instructions when operating the engine in
temperatures of 32°F (0°C) or lower:
• Make sure that the batteries are of sufficient size and are
fully charged. Check other electrical components to make
sure they are in optimum condition.
• Use a permanent-type engine coolant solution to protect
the engine against damage from freezing.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a water-fuel separator,
drain it daily.
• Make sure you use proper cold weather engine oil and
that it is at its proper level.
• At temperatures of 4°F (-20°C) or below, it is
recommended that you use a crankcase-mounted
coolant heater to improve cold engine starting.
• Consult your IC Bus dealer for information about special
cold weather equipment and precautions if operating in
arctic temperatures of -20°F (-29°C) or lower.
Hot Weather Operation
• Keep the engine cooling system filled with clean,
permanent coolant solution to protect against damage
from overheating.
• Keep external surface of the engine, radiator and
accessories clean to avoid dirt buildup.
• Fill fuel tank at end of daily operation to prevent
condensation in tank.
Above normal coolant temperature could be temporarily
decreased by downshifting into the next lower gear.
This
increases engine rpm, which increases coolant flow and air flow
through the radiator.
NOTE: If above normal operating temperatures persist, have
vehicle serviced at first available opportunity.
Turning OFF the Engine
Allow the engine to idle for 3 - 5 minutes before shutting it down.
This allows the lubricating oil and coolant to carry heat away from
the large components, preventing engine damage from rising
heat.
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