Cleaning The Radiator Fins And Inspecting The Hoses - Kohler 24RCL Manual

1. Radiator
2. Radiator fill/pressure cap
3. Upper radiator hose
4. Engine compartment
temperature sensor
5. Engine compartment fan
6. Lower radiator hose
7. Coolant overflow bottle
8. Coolant overflow tube
9. Low coolant level sensor
10. Radiator fans
Note: See Figure 4-2 for additional components for the 30RCL and 38RCLB.
Figure 4-1 Cooling System Components
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Note: Fans have been removed from the illustration to
show the charge air cooler for the engine
turbocharger.
1. Charge air cooler (CAC)
2. CAC hoses
3. Oil cooler hoses
4. Oil cooler
Figure 4-2 Additional Cooling System Components,
30RCL and 38RCLB only
56 Section 4 Cooling System
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4.3 Cleaning the Radiator Fins and
To prevent generator set from shutting down or
becoming damaged due to overheating, keep the
cooling air inlets clean and unobstructed at all times.
Inspect the exterior of the radiator for obstructions;
remove all dirt and foreign material with a soft brush or
cloth (to avoid damaging radiator fins). Check all hoses
and connections for leaks and replace any hoses that
are cracked, frayed, or feel spongy. When coolant level
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checks are made, check the condition of the radiator cap
rubber seal; replace if cracked or deteriorating. Remove
dirt and other debris from the radiator cap and filler neck.
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GM92075
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Inspecting the Hoses
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GM83070
TP-6907 5/16