Shindaiwa DGK60D Owner's Manual page 40

(7) Coolant Replacement
Replace
1
Remove the radiator plate.
Remove the radiator cap.
2
Remove the coolant drain plug and packing.
3
After the coolant has been drained, reinsert the coolant
4
drain plug with new packing.
Remove the subtank and flush the coolant from the
5
subtank.
Reattach the subtank to its original position and fill with
6
coolant until it reaches the FULL level.
7 Fill the radiator with coolant until it reaches the filler neck.
Re-attach and tighten the radiator cap.
8
Attach the radiator plate.
9
< NOTE >
 Refer to section "8-2. Checking Coolant" for coolant information.
 Replace the packing of the coolant drain plug with new packing
each time the coolant is changed.
 Packing part no.: 6C090-58961 (Kubota part no.)
 After reinserting the coolant drain plug and shortly after starting the engine, be sure to always
check that there is no coolant leakage.
(8) Flushing Liquid in Spill Containment
Check
Set a container to collect liquid from the flushing port of the drain valve on the front of
1
this generator.
Remove the drain valve plug (R 1/2) and open the valve lever.
2
< NOTE >
 When removing or attaching the plug, hold the drain valve fixed using a spanner or similar tool
and turn the plug.
 If oil or other liquid is mixed in with the flushed liquid, this indicates that there is an oil leak. In such
case, check for the leak location.
 The types of liquids that can accumulate in the spill containment include oil, fuel, coolant water
and battery fluid such that it is not possible to distinguish between rain water and other liquids.
Dispose of flushed liquids according to the related laws and regulations.
Close the valve lever after the liquid has been flushed, and apply sealant coating to the
3
plug or wrap it in seal tape.
Drain Valve Lever
Plug(R1/2")
Every 1000 hours
Daily
Drain Valve
Fixing
Plug
37
Drain Valve
Loosen
Drain Valve
Lever
Close
Tighten
Radiator Plate
Filler Neck
Radiator Cap
Sub-tank
FULL
LOW
Water Drain
Plug
Open