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7.1.4 Cooling system diesel engine
All coolers must be regularly checked for cleanliness and cleaned.
If the admissible maximum temperature is repeatedly exceeded during very high envi-
ronmental temperature () the complete cooling system must be checked for cleanli-
ness and, in case of need, be immediately cleaned.
Always make sure that the air intake grids are free of dirt or leaves etc. When perform-
ing cleaning work on the air intake grids or on the coolers, always switch off the engine
and secure it against inadvertent starting (pull off the ignition key). In case of problems
with one cooler, always also clean all other coolers/radiators.
WARNING
Poisoning hazard and hazard of damage to the skin!
Corrosion protection and antifreeze agents contain hazardous materials There is an
acute poisoning hazard when swallowing. In case of contact to the skin, irritation or
cauterization/burns may occur.
– Never fill corrosion protection/antifreeze agents into drinking vessels or beverage
bottles.
– Always store these agents so that children do not have access to the agents.
– In any case, comply with the instructions on safety of the manufacturer of these
agents.
ADVICE
Corrosion protection/antifreeze agents are hazardous for the environment.
When handling these materials, always make sure that the corrosion protec-
tion/antifreeze agents do not enter the environment, but are disposed of in a manner
compatible to the environment.
Always make sure of sufficient antifreeze and only use corrosion protection/antifreeze
agents expressly approved according to the Volvo standard: Volvo Penta Coolant
VCS (yellow).
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