Vetus diesel engine VD4.120, VD4.140, VD6.170, VD6.210 Operation manual - pdf download

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6 Maintenance

Checking coolant level Daily, before starting. COOLANT

4  Checking coolant level

5  Coolant level

6  Topping up coolant

• Check the coolant level in the header tank. This has to be checked when the engine is cold.

The coolant must be at the minimum level.

• If necessary, top up. The internal cooling system can be filled with a mixture of anti-freeze (40 %) and tap water (60 %) or with a special coolant. For specification, see page 119.

• Remove the cap of the filler neck on the heat exchanger.

Warning Never open the cap on the header tank when the engine is at operating temperature.

Note If a water heater is connected, see page 22 and 23.

Caution Never fill the cooling system with sea water or brackish water. 43


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