Section XI. CRANE ENGINE RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
c.
Clean the overflow line with compressed air.
327. General
d. Plug all openings in the radiator.
The crane engine radiator assembly is a one-piece
core unit mounted on the front engine support. Coolant is
e. Insert air hose in radiator outlet pipe and caulk
circulated from the coolant pump to the radiator where it
around the base.
is cooled, and then recirculated through the coolant
f. Immerse the radiator in water and apply 5 psi air
passages.
pressure to the radiator.
328. Crane Engine Radiator Assembly Removal
g. Watch for signs of air bubbles.
a. Drain the radiator.
h. Remove the
radiator
from
the
water
and
disconnect air hose.
c.
Remove fan guard and shroud (para. 156).
i. Replace or repair a damaged or defective
radiator.
330. Crane Engine Radiator Assembly Installation
329. Crane Engine Radiator Assembly Cleaning,
Inspection and Repair
a. Flush the inside of the radiator with an approved
cleaning solvent. Avoid high pressure so as not to
c.
Connect the radiator hoses. (para. 153).
damage the radiator core.
d. Fill the radiator.
b. Clean the radiator core with compressed air or
water under pressure from the fan side of the core.
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