Engine Coolant - Jacobsen AR3 Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual

8 MAINTENANCE & LUBRICATION
8.4

ENGINE COOLANT

Check Engine Coolant Level
(a) The level of coolant in the expansion tank
should be between the MAX and MIN level
indicators when cold.
(b) If topping up is required, remove the plastic
cap and top up using the correct anti-freeze
mixture, see section 9.1.
(c) Replace the plastic cap when finished.
Changing Coolant
(a) To drain coolant, open cock on engine
block (A) and remove hose from radiator
(B).
(b) Close drain cock on engine block (A) and
replace hose back on to radiator. Ensure
all hose clips are tight.
(c) Refill the cooling system with the correct
anti-freeze mixture, see section 9.1. Fill
system through expansion tank.
(d) The level of coolant in the expansion tank
should be between the MAX and MIN level
indicators when cold.
(e) Run the engine for approximately 5 minutes
or until the thermostat opens.
(f) Check level of coolant in expansion tank
and top up if necessary
CAUTION
Contact with anti-freeze can damage your
skin. Use gloves when working with anti-
freeze. If you come in contact with anti-
freeze, wash it off immediately.
CAUTION
Dispose of used anti-freeze in accordance
with local regulations.
SAFETY, OPERATORS & MAINTENANCE MANUAL
JACOBSEN AR3
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