3-22 SHB 28Z3 EN – Edition 2.0 * 28z3s312.fm
Maintenance
Checking/filling up coolant
Danger!
Never open the coolant tank and never drain coolant if the engine is warm
since the cooling system is under high pressure
–
Danger of burns!
☞ Wait at least 15 minutes after stopping the engine!
☞ Wear protective gloves and clothing
☞ Open filler cap B to the first notch and release the pressure
☞ Ensure that the coolant temperature is sufficiently low so you can touch the
radiator plug with your hands
Danger!
Antifreeze is flammable and poisonous –
Danger of accidents!
☞ Keep away from flames
☞ Avoid eye contact with antifreeze
• If antifreeze comes into contact with the eyes
➥ Immediately rinse with clean water and seek medical assistance
Checking the coolant level
• Park the machine on level ground
• Stop the engine!
• Fold the control lever base up
• Remove the ignition key and carry it with you
• Let the engine and the coolant cool down
• Open the engine cover
• Check the coolant level on the transparent coolant tank A and on the radiator B
☞ If the coolant level is below the LOW seam or if there is no coolant at the radiator's
filler inlet:
• Fill up coolant
Notice!
Check the coolant level once a day.
We recommend checking it before starting the engine.
Fig. 14: Radiator filler cap
B
Fig. 15: Expansion tank for coolant
FULL
LOW
A