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Check and tighten the engine alternator belt (see maintenance chart) and replace the belt (see maintenance
chart). Replace the clamps and hoses (see maintenance chart).
Have your Ransomes Jacobsen Dealer check the cooling system if you need to add coolant more than one time
a month or you add more than1 litre of coolant at a time.
Check the engine coolant level
(a)
The level of coolant in a cold expansion tank must be
between the indicators.
(b)
If you need to fill the tank, remove the plastic cap and fill
with the correct antifreeze mixture coolant (see section
8.1).
(c)
Replace the plastic cap ensure feed tube is still attached.
How to change coolant
(a)
To drain coolant, remove the bottom hose (A) from the
radiator. Drain the engine coolant into a container.
(b)
Replace the bottom hose (A) on to the radiator. Make sure
all the hose clips (B) are tight.
(c)
Fill the cooling system with the correct antifreeze coolant
mixture, see section 8.1. Fill system through the radiator
cap.
(d)
The level of coolant in a cold expansion tank must be
between the indicators.
(e)
Run the engine for approximately 5 minutes or until the
thermostat opens.
(f)
Check the level of coolant in expansion tank. Fill the tank if
more coolant is needed.
Antifreeze can damage your skin. Use gloves when you use antifreeze.
Discard antifreeze in accordance with local Authority recommendations.
MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 8
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If antifreeze touches your skin, clean the area immediately.
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CAUTION
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