Instruction manual SMV 10 600B – 60 1500B Publ. no. 6196.082 1117, Version 02
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Service and maintenance
INSPECTION OF THE COOLING SYSTEM
• Inspect all the hoses by pressing on them in order to discover
leaks and cracks. When in doubt, replace.
• Inspect the radiator for damages, leaks and blocks.
• Inspect the functioning of the cabin heater.
• Inspect the coolant in terms of:
– level, see "Replacing coolant" on page 85,
– glycol level, see "Fuel and oil recommendations" on page 101
– Any contaminations.
• Replace the coolant if it is not clean and clear.
• Inspect the rubber mounts (3)in the radiator brackets at the
bottom of the radiator, replace as necessary.
• Ensure that the fixing bolts (4) are tightened.
Replacing coolant
WARNING
The coolant may be under pressure and hot.
Danger of serious personal injury.
The system may be under pressure even if it is
not of the high pressure type.
• Open the lid on the overflow tank (1) carefully – first turn 1/4
to ensure that the system is not under pressure when the lid is
removed.
• Refilling is done via the overflow tank (2).
• Drain the whole system using the drain tap on the side of the
radiator when replacing hoses and components in the system.
• Set the dial for the cabin heater to max. Place a suitable
container under the drain tap.
• Open the drain tap and drain the whole system.
• Close the tap.
• Fill through the lid on the overflow tank (1) to the max level.
• Start the engine and run on idle.
• Observe the level and fill as necessary.
• When the operating temperature has been reached, the level
should stabilise.
• The level should be at the max mark on the side of the overflow
tank (5).
