MacDon M205 Operators Manual - Manual (Page 354)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
11. Open heater shut-off valve (A).
12. Start engine and turn temperature control knob to
HIGH. Run engine until normal operating temperature
is reached.
13. Stop the engine and drain water out before rust or
sediment settles. Repeat coolant removal procedure.
14. Close drain valves and fill system with a solution of
clean water and a heavy duty radiator cleaner. Follow
instructions provided with cleaner.
15. After using the cleaner solution, flush system with
clean water again. Inspect radiator, hoses, and fittings
for leaks.
16. Close drain valves and fill system. Refer to Adding
Coolant, page 338 .
17. Close the platform, refer to 5.5.2 Closing Platforms
(Standard Position), page 292 .
18. Close the hood, refer to 5.4.4 Closing Hood (Highest
Position), page 290 .
Figure 5.109: Engine Cooling System
Adding Coolant
Check the coolant level in the coolant recovery tank daily, the tank should be at least one-half full. If less,
add coolant.
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury from hot coolant, do NOT turn radiator cap until engine cools.
NOTE:
Do NOT add coolant to radiator except when
changing coolant.
To add coolant to the coolant recovery tank, follow
these steps:
1. Open the hood, refer to 5.4.3 Opening Hood (Highest
Position), page 289 .
2. Open the platform, refer to 5.5.1 Opening Platforms
(Standard Position), page 291 .
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