Radiator; Operator Protection Structure (Ops) - Jacobsen 67962 Parts & Maintenance Manual

4 MAINTENANCE

4.15 RADIATOR _______________________________________________________________

WARNING
To prevent serious bodily injury from hot coolant or
steam blow-out, never attempt to remove the radiator
cap while the engine is running. Stop the engine and
wait until it is cool. Even then, use extreme care when
removing the cap.
CAUTION
Do not pour cold water into a hot radiator. Do not operate
engine without a proper coolant mixture. Install cap and
tighten securely.
Check coolant level daily. Radiator should be full and
recovery bottle should be up to the cold mark.
Drain and refill annually. Remove the radiator cap, open the
engine block drain, and the radiator drain. Empty and clean
the recovery bottle.
Mix clean water with ethylene glycol based anti-freeze for
the coldest ambient temperature. Read and follow the
instructions on the anti-freeze container and engine manual.
Keep radiator and hydraulic oil cooler air passages clean.
Use compressed air (30 psi maximum) to clean the fins.
To clean radiator:
1. Turn out thumb screws (A) securing hydraulic oil cooler
to the radiator, and tip cooler away from radiator as
shown.

4.16 OPERATOR PROTECTION STRUCTURE (OPS) _________________________________

A Operator Protection System (OPS), designed for this
mower, is available as an optional accessory. If your mower
is equipped with this device, inspect it periodically and follow
operating procedures described in the Safety & Operation
Manual.
CAUTION
Do not loosen or remove bolts, do not weld, drill, modify,
bend, or straighten a damaged structure.
1. The seat, the seat belt, mounting hardware, and any
accessories within the OPS, should be inspected
regularly and all damaged parts replaced immediately.
2. Once the OPS has been subjected to any form of
impact it should be replaced.
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2. Use a blow gun to clean the radiator and oil cooler fins.
Note: A sliding panel located under the frame can be
loosened and pulled back to allow dirt and debris to fall
though frame.
3. Fasten oil cooler to radiator.
4. Check and tighten the fan belt. Replace clamps and
hoses every two years.
5. If you have to add coolant more than once a month, or
add more than one quart at a time, have a Jacobsen
Dealer check the cooling system.
3. Check and retorque all hardware. All replacement
components used for the OPS must be as specified in
the Parts Catalog.
A
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Figure 4D