Checking The Fuel; Checking The Spill Containment - Shindaiwa DG50MKM-P Owner's And Operator's Manual

< Note >
 Be sure to use the long life coolant (LLC) for the aluminium radiator only. The
coolant should be mixed good quality softened tap water with anti-freezing and
anti-rust liquid.
 At ex-factory, the LLC mix ratio is 30% liquid and 70% water is installed.
(Isuzu Genuine LLC: Besco LLC Super-Type E).
 Be sure to use the same LLC into sub tank.
 The mix ration should be changed to ambient temperature but between 30 and 50%.
 When replenishing LLC, be sure to use the same brand as the LLC left in the radiator
and sub tank.
 Never use the mixed LLC by different brands.
 Be sure to change wholly in less than 2 years or 2000 hours.
(3) Coolant Amount

8-3. Checking the Fuel

CAUTION : FIRE
 This generator uses diesel fuel. Always be sure to stop the engine and not
bring flames close when inspecting fuel or refueling. Wait until the engine
has cooled before performing such procedures.
 If fuel spills, always be sure to open the spill containment drain valve and
drain off the spilled fuel.
(Refer to section "10. Inspection/Maintenance (11) Flushing Liquid in Spill
Containment".)
Check for the fuel level in the tank. Add if necessary.
< Note >
 Use Diesel fuel, ASTM D975 No.2-D in the event ambient
temperature reaches down to –5 degree Celsius.
 Always use the Diesel Fuel Strainer.
 Fill the fuel tank slightly less than the FULL tank level.
 Fuel requirements:420L

8-4. Checking the Spill Containment

CAUTION : FIRE
 If fuel or oil is leaking, repair the leaking location before operating.
Open the check door and check the inside of the spill containment. Flush out any
accumulated liquid. Refer to section "10. Inspection/Maintenance (11) Flushing
Liquid in Spill Containment" for flushing procedures.
Total Coolant Amount
12.5 (1.6)
Value in parenthesis is the sub-tank capacity.
20
(Unit: Liter)
Fuel Inlet
Tank Cap
Fuel Strainer
Fuel Cover