Cleaning Engine Cooling Fins

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Compressed air can cause debris to fly a long distance.

• Wear eye protection when cleaning with compressed air.

• Clear the area of bystanders.

• Reduce compressed air pressure to 210 kPa (30 psi).

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! The engine requires a large amount of air intake when running. Reduced air intake can cause overheating:

• Keep air intake screen and cooling fins clean.

• Keep covers and screens in place.

• A warning sound will be heard if engine is too hot. Stop engine and determine problem.

  1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety section.)

  2. Open or remove hood.

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    Release latches (A) and carefully tilt oil cooler away from radiator.


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    Blow compressed air to clean the radiator from the inside (B).


  5. Clean rear of radiator (C) with brush.

  6. Clean fins with a brush or compressed air.

  7. Clean intake screens from inside and outside.

  8. Install or close the hood.

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