ARMY TM 9-6115-672-14
AIR FORCE TO 35C2-3-444-32
MARINE CORPS TM 09244A/09245A-14
4-160
(8)
Start generator set, paragraph 2.11.1. Allow unit to reach operating temperature, and check for
leaks.
(9)
Add coolant/antifreeze to overflow bottle as required.
(10) Close engine compartment access doors.
(11) Shutdown generator set.
4.10.5 Coolant Hose, Lower
a. Removal.
(1)
Shut down generator set, paragraph 2.11.2.
(2)
Open BATTERY ACCESS door (Figure 1-2), and disconnect negative battery cable.
(3)
Open engine compartment access doors (Figures 1-2 and 1-3).
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WARNING
Cooling system operates at high temperature and pressure. Contact with high
pressure steam and/or liquids can result in burns and scalding. Shut down
generator set, and allow system to cool before performing checks, services, and
maintenance. Failure to comply can cause injury to personnel.
(4)
Slowly remove radiator cap (1, Figure 4-22) from filler neck (2).
(5)
Remove fan guards, paragraph 4.10.3.
(6)
Open coolant drain valve (33), and drain coolant/antifreeze into suitable container.
(7)
Loosen hose clamps (13). Remove lower coolant hose (14) and hose clamps from radiator outlet
opening and water pump opening.
b. Inspection.
(1)
Shut down generator set, paragraph 2.11.2.
(2)
Remove lower coolant hose, step a above.
(3)
Inspect lower coolant hose (14, Figure 4-22) for cracks, holes, and rotting.
(4)
Clean exterior of lower radiator outlet tube with fine grit abrasive paper (Item 16, Appendix, E).
(5)
Install lower coolant hose, step c below.
c. Installation.
(1)
Position lower coolant hose (14, Figure 4-22) and hose clamps (13) on water pump opening and
radiator outlet opening. Tighten hose clamps.
(2)
Close coolant drain valve (33), and add coolant/antifreeze to proper level at the filler neck (2).
