Safety - Supplementary and operational equipment
1 - 20 07/2012Original operating instructions
Changing refrigerant
WARNING
Scalding hazard!
Be careful when draining hot coolant!
Allow the engine to cool first. Collect the refrigerant in a suitable
container when draining and dispose of in accordance with regulations.
– The cooling system is to be emptied completely before filling
again.
– Rinse the cooling system several times with clear water to get rid
of any residue.
– Fill the cooling system and, after a short waiting period, check the
level.
– Start the engine and check the refrigerant levels
CAUTION
Coolant level adjustments may have to be checked more than once to
ensure they are correct.
Check the following states when inspecting the refrigerant levels
regularly, e.g.:
– lubricant incursion,
– obvious opacity caused by corrosion residue or other particulate
matter,
in which case, the refrigerant must be replaced as indicated above.
Changing intervals Information on changing the refrigerant and changing intervals is
provided in the operating instructions of the engine manufacturer.
1.8.6 Fuel (not for equipment with electric motors)
Fill the tank with the specified grade of fuel. Clean fuel is essential for
trouble-free operation of the diesel engine.
Notes on quality and fuel selection
Observe the notes in the engine manufacturer's operating instructions.