Detroit Diesel 60 Series Operator's Manual page 45

Item 17 — Engine (Steam Clean)
Steam clean the engine and engine
compartment every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km) or 2,000 hours, whichever
comes first.
NOTICE:
Do not apply steam or solvent directly
on the battery-charging alternator,
starting motor, DDEC components,
sensors, or other electrical compo-
nents, as damage to electrical equip-
ment may result.
Item 18 — Radiator
The exterior of the radiator core should
be inspected every 12 months (300
hours for industrial applications) or
30,000 miles (48,000 km) and, if neces-
sary, cleaned with a quality grease sol-
vent, such as mineral spirits, and dried
with compressed air. Fuel oil, kerosene
or gasoline should not be used.
CAUTION:
To avoid injury from flying debris
when using compressed air, wear
adequate eye protection (face
shield or safety goggles) and do
not exceed 40 psi (276 kPa) air
pressure.
It may be necessary to clean the radi-
ator more frequently if the engine is
being operated in extremely dusty or
dirty areas.
If a Low Coolant Level Sensor is
installed in the top tank of the radiator, it
should be tested for proper operation
every 12 months or 100,000 miles
(160,000 km), whichever comes first.
Authorized Detroit Diesel distributors
are properly equipped to perform this
service.
Item 19 — Oil Pressure
Under normal operation, oil pressure is
noted each time the engine is started. In
the event the equipment is equipped
with warning lights rather than pressure
indicators, the pressure should be
checked and recorded every 60,000
miles (96,000 km) for vehicle engines or
600 hours for stationary or industrial
engines.
Item 20 — Battery-Charging
Alternator
Terminals should be checked for corro-
sion and loose connections and wiring
inspected for damaged or frayed insula-
tion. Have wiring repaired or replaced,
as required.
Check torque on alternator mounting
bolts and retighten, if necessary.
Precautions must be taken when
working on or around the alternator. The
diodes and transistors in the alternator
circuit are very sensitive and can be
easily destroyed.
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