Maintenance Instructions
CLEANING/
CHECKING/SERVICING
An additional procedure in maintaining transmission cooling is to inspect the cooling fans. Replace the fan(s) if blades are missing or damaged.
Cooling Fan
Cooling Fins
Hydrostatic Transmission Cooling Fins
CHECKING/SERVICING
DANGER
To prevent accidental starting of the engine when servicing or adjusting the ma- chine, remove the key from the ignition switch and disconnect the spark plug wires.
Engine Cooling System - MTL and MTLEFI
Coolant Level
WARNING
NEVER remove the radiator pressure cap when the engine is hot — hot water could spray and cause a burn if the cap is taken off too soon.
Recovery Tank
Model MTL Overflow Tank
Check the coolant level in the coolant recovery tank and maintain the coolant level between the FULL and LOW marks on the recovery tank. When the engine is cold, the coolant level should be at or slightly above the LOW mark on the recovery tank.
If the coolant level is low, remove the radiator cap and fill to the overflow port level and then fill the recovery tank above the LOW mark. Use a
IMPORTANT: The coolant solution of antifreeze and distilled water must be thoroughly
Security of Air Filtration Components
NOTE: The following inspection is only an external inspection and should be done without “dis- turbing” the filtration components.
On a daily basis, visually inspect the external condition of the complete air cleaner system. The following items should be inspected:
1.Check the Donaldson Radialseal™ air cleaner canister for damage. Make sure the cover is in place and the cover latches are secure - do not run the engine without the air cleaner cover in place and secure.
2.Inspect both air intake hoses for cracks, nicks, cuts, etc., and check the hose clamps for tight- ness.
3.Check to make sure the air flow indicator is in place and tight.
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