Moving the Machine
TM 5-3805-248-14&P-1
Gauges and Indicators
If the engine coolant temperature gauge
reaches the red range, stop the operation.
If no coolant leak is apparent, operate
the engine at high idle (with no load). This
Have repairs made if air pressure will not
will dissipate heat through the radiator.
build up.
If coolant is leaking, stop the engine and
have repairs made.
CAUTION
Do not add coolant to an overheated engine.
Allow it to cool first.
Stop the machine and stop the engine if
the engine oil pressure gauge drops into the
red range. Have repairs made.
If the converter and retarder oil
temperature is in the red range, stop
operation and discontinue retarder use.
Operate the engine at high idle (with no
load) to dissipate heat.
If the oil constantly overheats, use a lower
transmission speed for operation.
If the temperature remains high, stop the
engine. Have repairs made.
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