Taylor-Dunn Tiger TC-030-60 Operation, Maintenance, And Replacement Parts Manual page 44

Maintenance, Service, and Repair
COOLANT LEVEL
The coolant system is pressurized when the
engine is running or hot.
Do not remove the radiator cap while the
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engine is running.
Do not remove the radiator cap until the
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engine is cool.
Never add cold coolant to a hot engine. The
sudden change in coolant tempeature may
damage the engine
Inspection
It is not necessary to remove the
radiator cap to inspect the coolant
level or add coolant to the
system. Coolant level can be
inspected at the coolant recovery
tank.
There are two level lines on the
coolant recovery tank. The
coolant level should be at the upper line when the engine
is hot or the level should be at the lower line when the
engine is cool.
Adding Coolant
Refer to the Maintenance section Lubrication and Fluids
Chart for the coolant specifications.
Coolant can be added to the coolant recovery tank at
any time. Add coolant until the coolant level is at the line
indicated by the current temperature of the engine.
It is not recommended to add coolant directly to the
radiator unless a large quantity of coolant must be added.
If filling the radiator:
1) Add coolant until the level is at the top of the filler
neck.
2) Replace the radiator cap.
3) Start the engine and allow it to warm up to the normal
operating temperature.
4) Fill the coolant recovery tank to the upper level line.
5) Allow the engine to cool.
6) Repeat the procedure if the coolant recovery tank is
empty after the engine has cooled down,
Cooling System: MT-030-60-C
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RADIATOR AND HOSES
Inspection
Inspect the exterior of the radiator for obstructions and
damage to the cooling fins. The radiator fins can be
cleaned using a soft brush and a low pressure stream of
water through the rear of the radiator.
Inspect all radiator and heater hoses for indications of
leaking, swelling , cracking or spongy feeling.
FAN BELTS
Inspect
Check the fan belt for signs of wear and cracking.
Adjust
A loose belt will wear out prematurely and may result in
improper operation of the power steering and cooling fan.
A belt that is too tight will result in premature failure of the
fan pully bearings or power steering pump.
The fan belt tension is adjusted by moving the power
steering pump. A cogged v-belt tension gauge is required
to properly set the belt tension. Follow the instruction
provided with your tension gauge to set the belt tension.