Cleaning The Cooling System - Toro Groundsmaster 3500-G Operator's Manual

CAUTION
If the engine has been running, the pressurized, hot
coolant can escape and cause burns.
• Do not open the radiator cap when the engine
is running.
• Use a rag when opening the radiator cap, and
open the cap slowly to allow steam to escape.
1. Check the coolant level in the expansion tank
53).
Note: With a cold engine, the coolant level should be
approximately midway between the marks on the side
of the tank.
Figure 53
1. Expansion tank
2. If the coolant level is low, remove the expansion-tank
cap and replenish the system.
Note: Do not overfill.
3. Install the expansion-tank cap.

Cleaning the Cooling System

Service Interval: Before each use or daily
1. Turn the engine off and raise the hood.
2. Clean the engine area thoroughly of all debris.
3. With compressed air, start from the front of the
radiator and blow the debris out toward the back.
4. Clean the radiator from the back side and blow toward
the front.
(Figure
Note: Repeat the procedure several times until you
remove all chaff and debris.
Important: Cleaning the radiator with water
promotes premature corrosion damage to
components and compacts debris.
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1. Radiator
5. Close and latch the hood.
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Figure 54
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