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2. Check coolant/antifreeze level daily. Top off as
necessary. Always use clean, soft water and add a
long-life coolant/antifreeze. Use the mixing ratios
specified by the antifreeze manufacturer. Replace
coolant/antifreeze at least once a year.
3. Check radiator hoses for fatigue or cracking. Replace
if in doubt of the integrity of the hoses.
4. Check the radiator cap seal and replace as necessary.
Refer to your engine manual for additional information.
RADIATOR CLEANING
1. Blow off dirt and dust from the fins and radiator with
28 psi (193 kPa) or less of compressed air (Figure 35).
Be careful not to damage the fins with the compressed
air.
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Figure 35. Radiator Cleaning
2. If there is a large amount of contamination on the
fins, clean and rinse thoroughly with detergent and
tap water.
CAUTION
NEVER use high-pressure water or compressed air at
greater than 28 psi (193 kPa) or a wire brush to clean
the radiator fins. Radiator fins damage easily.
CHECKING THE SERPENTINE DRIVE BELT
The drive belt needs to be changed as soon as it begins
to show signs of wear. DO NOT reuse a belt under any
circumstances. Indications of excessive belt wear are
fraying, squealing when in use, belts that emit smoke or a
burning rubber smell when in use.
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To gain access to the drive belt (Figure 36), remove the
drive belt guard cover, then visually inspect the drive belt
for signs of damage or excessive wear. If the drive belt is
worn or damaged, replace the drive belt.
OIL SOAKED
GLAZED
CRACKS
SIDEWALL
WEAR
Figure 36. Drive Belt Inspection
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to insert hands or tools into
the drive belt area while the engine is running
and the safety guard has been removed.
Keep fingers, hands, hair and clothing away
from all moving parts to prevent bodily injury.
WARNING
DO NOT remove the drive belt guard cover
until the muffler has cooled. Allow the entire
trowel to cool down before performing this
procedure.
MAINTENANCE
CORD FAILURE
MISSING RUBBER