Coolant (John Deere Antifreeze/Summer Coolant/Water)
John Deere recommends John Deere Antifreeze/Summer Coolant for use in thier engines, which can be purchased in concentrate (and mixed with 50% demineralized water) or
WARNING - BURN HAZARDS
If adding coolant/antifreeze mix to the radiator, DO NOT remove the radiator cap until the unit has completely cooled.The possibility of hot! coolant exists which can cause severe burns.
Table 11. Coolant Capacity
Engine and Radiator | 3.7 Gal. (14 liters) |
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Reserve Tank | 2 Quarts (1.9 liters) |
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Operation FreezingWeather
When operating in freezing weather, be certain the proper amount of antifreeze (Table 12) has been added.
Table 12.
Operating Temperatures
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DCA-85USJ — PRE-SETUP
Cleaning the Radiator
The engine may overheat if the radiator fins become overloaded with dust or debris. Periodically clean the radiator fins with compressed air. Cleaning inside the machine is dangerous, so clean only with the engine turned off and the negative battery terminal disconnected.
Air Cleaner
Periodic cleaning/replacement is necessary. Inspect it in accordance with the John Deere Engine Owner's Manual.
Fan BeltTension
A slack fan belt may contribute to overheating, or to insufficient charging of the battery. Inspect the fan belt for damage and wear and adjust it in accordance with the John
Deere Engine Owner's Manual.
The fan belt tension is proper if the fan belt bends 10 to 15
mm(Figure 37) when depressed with the thumb as shown below.
Figure 37. Fan Belt Tension
CAUTION - ROTATING PARTS
NEVER place hands near the belts or fan while the generator set is running.
NOTE | When the antifreeze is mixed with | |
water, the antifreeze mixing ratio | ||
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