SkyTrak 3606 Operation Manual - Manual (Page 116)

114 3606 Rev 11/99
General Maintenance
10. Fill the radiator completely with a 50/50 mixture of ethylene glycol
and water. Replace the radiator cap. Add coolant to the overflow
bottle until the bottle is 1/2 to 3/4 full. This “overfilling” will compen-
sate for any air in the cooling system.
11. Clean any dirt or debris from the radiator fins and core.
12. Start the engine and run the vehicle to normal operating tempera-
ture then shut off the engine. While the engine is cooling, check for
leaks.
13. Allow the engine to cool. Check the radiator coolant level again and
top off with 50/50 mixture of ethylene glycol and water. Replace the
radiator cap.
14. The overflow bottle should be 1/4 to 1/2 full. If not, fill to this level
with 50/50 mixture of ethylene glycol and water.
Engine Oil Recommendations
The use of quality engine oil combined with the appropriate oil and filter
change intervals are critical factors in maintaining engine performance and
durability.
For most climates, use 15W40 motor oil that meets API, CD or CE (severe
duty diesel engine) specifications. In cold climates, a 10W30 motor oil can
be used however, continuous use of low viscosity oil may cause premature
engine wear.
A. Oil Level Check
(10 Hour Intervals)
1. Level the vehicle, ground the carriage, place the travel select lever
in (N) NEUTRAL, engage the parking brake switch and shut off the
engine.
2. Unlatch, unlock and open the engine cover.
3. Remove the engine dipstick (Figure 72). Check the oil mark on the
dipstick. The oil should be between the full and add marks. On
Cummins engines the oil mark should be within the crosshatched
area of the dipstick.
4. Add oil if necessary. Replace the dipstick.
5. Engine Oil and Filter
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114 3606 Rev 11/99
General Maintenance
10. Fill the radiator completely with a 50/50 mixture of ethylene glycol
and water. Replace the radiator cap. Add coolant to the overflow
bottle until the bottle is 1/2 to 3/4 full. This “overfilling” will compen-
sate for any air in the cooling system.
11. Clean any dirt or debris from the radiator fins and core.
12. Start the engine and run the vehicle to normal operating tempera-
ture then shut off the engine. While the engine is cooling, check for
leaks.
13. Allow the engine to cool. Check the radiator coolant level again and
top off with 50/50 mixture of ethylene glycol and water. Replace the
radiator cap.
14. The overflow bottle should be 1/4 to 1/2 full. If not, fill to this level
with 50/50 mixture of ethylene glycol and water.
Engine Oil Recommendations
The use of quality engine oil combined with the appropriate oil and filter
change intervals are critical factors in maintaining engine performance and
durability.
For most climates, use 15W40 motor oil that meets API, CD or CE (severe
duty diesel engine) specifications. In cold climates, a 10W30 motor oil can
be used however, continuous use of low viscosity oil may cause premature
engine wear.
A. Oil Level Check
(10 Hour Intervals)
1. Level the vehicle, ground the carriage, place the travel select lever
in (N) NEUTRAL, engage the parking brake switch and shut off the
engine.
2. Unlatch, unlock and open the engine cover.
3. Remove the engine dipstick (Figure 72). Check the oil mark on the
dipstick. The oil should be between the full and add marks. On
Cummins engines the oil mark should be within the crosshatched
area of the dipstick.
4. Add oil if necessary. Replace the dipstick.
5. Engine Oil and Filter
OS0820