Jinma Tractor Introductory User Guide July 2007 Page 30
What type of anti-freeze should I use and at what proportions?
Use standard vehicle antifreeze. For Colorado,
it should be mixed in the range recommended by the antifreeze manufacturer which is generally 50/50 for
protection to minus 43 degrees Fahrenheit. For colder areas of Colorado up to 70% antifreeze / 30% water can
be used based on the antifreeze manufacturer’s recommendations..
Using the new type of anti-freeze which can be mixed with either type of previous color coded anti-freezes is a
good precaution so that you do not have to be concerned with what type of anti-freeze you can add.
Look at changing the cooling fluid after 2 years of operation or the first 250 hours of operation.
Radiator Drains: There are two ways to drain the radiator.
The first is by turning a triangular wire which is at the rear of
the engine compartment, on the left side, and near the top of
the engine (see picture) and is attached to a valve which is
near the bottom of the engine. Turn the triangular wire to
operate the drain. This will drain all the fluid out of the
block. The second drain is attached to the back right side of
the radiator at the bottom (this is not pictured as it is difficult
to see, but is reasonably easy to find. For a through draining
of the cooling fluid drain both locations.
Diesel Fuel
Diesel: Use diesel fuel you get from the filling station or a
bulk source. You are eligible to buy diesel for use in your
tractor without state road tax
. Farm suppliers such as a local
Co-op are good sources.
Do I have to use different diesel fuels
based on the outside
temperature? No
Diesel Fuel Additives: There are two additives you should
consider. An anti-gelling additive helps keep the diesel from
gelling in cold temperatures; gelling makes it hard for the
diesel to get to the engine in cold temperatures. If you are
using the new Low Sulfur fuel sold at gasoline stations
(marked on the pump), you should consider an additive which
contains a lubricity additive. Both of these products should be
marked specifically for diesel fuel. These additives can be purchased separately or found together in some
products. Additionally, a fuel stabilizer can be added to the diesel (gas tank and stored fuel) if the fuel is going
to sit unused for more than 3-6 months.
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