Checking The Coolant - WhisperGen PPS16-24MD Commissioning Manual

Pre-start guidelines (Power OFF)

Checking the Coolant

Overview
Procedure
The coolant level should be checked regularly to ensure a constant
circulation of coolant through the WhisperGen
needs to be checked and replenished depends on the size of the coolant
header tank and the coolant circuit.
Use clean distilled water and high quality marine-grade corrosion inhibitor,
suitable for use with aluminium and any other metals that may be
encountered in the system (i.e. steel, copper).
If freezing conditions are expected, a marine-grade anti-freeze and
corrosion inhibitor is to be used. All additives must be pre-mixed. Follow the
dilution recommendation of the manufacturer.
The cooling system of the WhisperGen
performance. If the coolant level is not maintained correctly, damage may
occur.
Glycol can be harmful if swallowed or inhaled. Do not store it in
open or unlabelled containers. Wash your hands thoroughly after handling
them.
Using an incorrect type of coolant can cause serious corrosion in
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the WhisperGen - use only the recommended coolant.
Ensure that the coolant is free of particulate contaminants.
Foreign particles in the coolant can obstruct coolant passages in the engine,
resulting in damage to the WhisperGen
Do not connect the boat's main engine cooling system to the
same circuit as the WhisperGen
critical internal components.
If the coolant system is used to heat the vessel potable water
system, a compatible non-toxic corrosion inhibitor (and anti-freeze if
required) must be used.
To check the coolant level:
1. Remove the coolant header tank cap.
The WhisperGen
outside and above the WhisperGen
2. Ensure that the coolant level is adequate. The coolant level must be
between the maximum (1) and minimum (2) levels at all times.
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2
3. Replenish coolant if necessary.
4. Replace the coolant header tank cap.
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. How often the coolant
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is vital to its
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.
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, as cast iron contaminants may damage
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coolant header tank is typically located
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Checking the Coolant