Adding coolant, Caution – MacDon M205 Operators Manual User Manual

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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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