7-38 BA E16 en* 1.0 * E16_10_700.fm
7 Maintenance
Clean the radiator
Burn hazard due to hot surfaces!
Hot radiators can cause burns.
► Stop the engine and let it cool down.
► Wear protective equipment.
Possible engine damage or damage to the hydraulic system from dirty
radiator fins.
► Check and if necessary clean the radiator once a day.
► In dusty or dirty work conditions, clean more frequently than indicated
in the maintenance plans.
Possible damage to radiator fins during cleaning.
► Keep a safe distance from the radiator during cleaning.
► Use oil-free compressed air (2 bar/29 psi max.) to clean.
The radiator A and the condenser B are located to the right in the engine
compartment.
1. Stop and park the vehicle. Stop the engine – see chapter “ Preparing
lubrication” on page 7-9.
2. Open the engine cover.
3. Remove dust and other foreign bodies from the fins with compressed air.
4. Close and lock the engine cover.