Checking coolant level, Danger – MacDon M205 Operators Manual User Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING

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

.

3. Remove the radiator cap (A).

IMPORTANT:
Turn the cap (A) counterclockwise to the first notch to
relieve pressure before removing cap completely.

4. Check the coolant in the radiator using an antifreeze

tester.

Tester should indicate protection to

temperatures of -30°F (-34°C).

5. Inspect the radiator cap before reinstalling, refer to

Inspecting Radiator Cap, page 334

.

6. Replace radiator cap (A).

7. Close the platform, refer to

5.5.2 Closing Platforms

(Standard Position), page 292

.

8. Close the hood, refer to

5.4.4 Closing Hood (Highest

Position), page 290

.

Figure 5.103: Engine Cooling System

Checking Coolant Level

DANGER

Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator's seat for any reason. A child or even a
pet could engage an idling machine.

Check coolant level in the coolant recovery tank (A) daily.

1. Stop the engine and remove the key.

2. Open the hood, refer to

5.4.3 Opening Hood (Highest

Position), page 289

.

3. Open the platform, refer to

5.5.1 Opening Platforms

(Standard Position), page 291

.

NOTE:
To view coolant capacities, refer to

Lubricants,

Fluids, and System Capacities, page 285

.

4. Close the platform, refer to

5.5.2 Closing Platforms

(Standard Position), page 292

.

5. Close the hood, refer to

5.4.4 Closing Hood (Highest

Position), page 290

.

Figure 5.104: Engine Cooling System

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