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Section 14 - Maintenance / Inspection Intervals
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with hydrometer. Shell Rotella (or Texaco) Extended Life Coolant/Antifreeze
should be used. See page A-2.
CAUTION
Never add coolant to the radiator when the engine is overheated. Do
not loosen or remove cap to cool overheated engine.
6. RADIATOR
Blow clean with air to remove bugs, dirt and other debris. Clean from the
side opposite to the direction of air flow. Check for leaks and straighten bent fins
with needle-nose pliers.
7. RADIATOR HOSES
Check radiator hoses for soft, mushy feel or swelling. Also look for cracks
in hose around the clamp area. Replace defective hose.
8. THERMOSTAT
If necessary check thermostat for markings indicating the opening temper-
ature. A thermostat marked 175
temperature at which the thermostat starts to open. A thermostat is fully open at
approximately 20
F, (11
°
temperature gauge to check thermostat operation.
9. SERVICE BRAKES
For brake service and overhaul, refer to parts catalog for replacement parts
and available repair kits.
10. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The troubleshooting chart in Section 15 should be used when isolating
some of the difficulties that may be experienced within the electrical system.
When it is necessary to trace a problem through the electrical system, use the
schematic diagram in the Appendix.
NOTE: The genset should exercised by running it once a month for 30
minutes under a full load.
11. STEERING SYSTEM
Check steering system oil level with the engine shut off. The oil filter for
the system is located inside the reservoir. Remove the reservoir cover and lift
out filter element to replace. Thoroughly clean reservoir cover area before re-
moving cover and keep all foreign material out of hydraulic system. See Fore-
travel Maintenance Schedule book for proper interval.
Rev.06-02
F, (70
C) indicates that this is the approximate
°
°
C) above the opening temperature. Observe engine
°
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