Service Manual

Cleaning Radiator and Screen
Keep radiator screen and radiator clean to prevent the
cooling system from overheating. Check and clean both
the screen and radiator daily. If necessary, clean any de-
bris off these parts hourly. Clean these components
more frequently in dusty and/or dirty conditions.
1. Release latches and remove radiator screen from
the support.
2. Remove fan shroud to access radiator corners.
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CAUTION
Use eye protection such as goggles
when using compressed air
Figure 19
1. Screen 2. Latches
IMPORTANT: Air pressure should not exceed 40 psi
(2.8 bar) because damage to the radiator fins may
result.
3. Working from fan side of radiator, blow out the radia-
tor with compressed air.
4. Clean screen. Reinstall fan shroud and screen to
the radiator support. Secure latches.
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Figure 20
1. Radiator 2. Radiator support
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
Change oil and filter initially after the first 8 hours of op-
eration, thereafter change oil every 50 hours and filter
every 100 hours.
1. Remove drain plug and let oil flow into drain pan.
When oil stops, install drain plug.
2. Remove oil filter.
3. Apply a light coat of clean oil to the new filter gasket.
4. Screw filter on by hand until gasket contacts filter
adapter, then tighten 1/2 to 3/4 turn further. Do not
overtighten.
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5. Add oil to crankcase, (see Check Engine Oil).
Figure 21
6. Dispose of oil properly.
1. Drain plug 2. Oil filter
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