KIRLOSKAR 2R1040, Руководство по обслуживанию

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R1040 MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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Check coolant level in the radiator every day before starting the engine Remove the
radiator cap and fill coolant through radiator neck until it spills out of overflow pipe
fitted on radiator (Fig.5.3.1). Refit radiator cap firmly.
5.3.1 Radiator
IMPORTANT Do not open radiator cap while the engine is running or hot. The cooling
system is under pressure. Danger of burning body skin!
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Add coolant only when the cooling system is cold. The temperature difference
between the coolant in the engine and the coolant being added must not exceed 50
°C.
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Cleaning the radiator fins
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Clean the radiator fins after every 1000 hours.
(Under very dusty conditions, this is to be done if coolant overheating is observed)
Fig 5.3.1
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For cleaning, blow the pressurized air through radiator fins in the reverse direction of the
flow of radiator fan (Fig.5.3.2). Do not spill water on radiator fins.
Fig 5.3.2
Flushing the radiator
Flush the radiator inside after every 1000 hours or once in a year whichever is earlier. This
period is applicable for clean soft water. If the water is hard and saline, the flushing is to be
done after every 500 hours or even earlier depending upon the type of water. In order to