Manitowoc MLC165-1 Service Maintenance Manual

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Manitowoc Published 05-26-17, Control # 238-02 7-11
MLC165-1 SERVICE/MAINTENANCE MANUAL POWER TRAIN
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ENGINE RADIATOR
Checking Coolant Level
See Figure 7-9 for the following procedure.
Refer to the engine manufacturer’s manual for additional
cooling system maintenance instructions.
Check the coolant level every 8 hours of operation or daily
(whichever occurs first) when the coolant is cold.
The coolant should be at the full cold mark on the decal next
to the sight glass (1). Add coolant, as needed.
1. Remove the access cover (2).
2. Place a heavy dry cloth over the fill cap (3), then turn (do
not depress) the fill cap until it stops at the safety detent.
3. Wait for the pressure to escape.
4. When the hissing stops, depress the cap, and turn it
clockwise to remove.
5. Add coolant to the radiator. Stop several times to allow
the coolant to flow into the engine and all portions of the
radiator.
6. When the coolant is at the proper level in the sight glass,
install the fill cap.
7. Run the engine until the normal operating temperature is
reached.
8. When the engine is cool again, re-check the coolant
level as described above. If needed, add coolant until it
is at the proper level.
9. Install the fill cap and access cover.
WARNING
Burn Hazard
Do not remove the radiator fill cap from a hot engine.
Allow the engine to cool below 120° F (50° C) before
adding the coolant.
Material Hazard
Coolant is toxic. Do not ingest. If not reused, dispose in
accordance with all local and other applicable
environmental regulations.
CAUTION
Avoid Engine Damage
The required coolant level must be maintained to prevent
engine damage.
Figure 7-9. Radiator Level and Fill
Item Description
1 Level Sight Glass
2 Access Cover
3 Fill Cap
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3
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CAUTION
Maintain Coolant Additive
The required Supplemental Coolant Additive (SCA)
concentration must be maintained to prevent engine
damage.
Check the SCA concentration according to the schedule
in the engine manufacturer’s manual and per the
manufacturer’s warnings, cautions, and instructions.

Manitowoc MLC165-1 Specifications

General

Brand	Manitowoc
Model	MLC165-1
Category	Construction Equipment
Language	English