If the Engine Overheats
WARNING
Do not open the engine hood when
there is steam coming from the engine
compartment. The steam or hot water
may spray out, resulting in burns.
Do not remove the radiator cap or drain
plugs when the coolant is hot. Stop the
engine, let the engine and radiator cool
and loosen the radiator cap or drain
plugs slowly.
Stop the engine and allow the machine
to cool before performing inspection
and maintenance.
The following symptoms indicate
overheating:
An alarm is sounded and the coolant
temperature warning lamp flashes.
The coolant temperature gauge shows
the red zone.
The engine slows down and the power
decreases.
Steam comes from the engine
compartment.
Procedure
1. Park the machine in a safe place.
2. Inspect whether the coolant temperature
warning lamp is flashing or if there is
steam coming out when the engine hood
is closed.
3. If there is steam, stop the engine
immediately and contact a Gehl dealer for
repairs.
If the coolant temperature warning lamp
is off, run the engine at low idle and let the
coolant temperature decrease.
4. After the coolant temperature gauge
drops to the green zone, stop the engine.
5. After the engine is cool, perform the
following inspections and procedures:
• Fan belt slack .............................. Adjust.
Refer to page 125.
• Coolant level ...................................Add.
Refer to page 116.
• Coolant leakage .......................... Repair.
• Radiator fins ................................ Clean.
Refer to page 137.
• Sediment in cooling system ........ Clean.
Refer to page 142.
If the problem persists after the above
procedures are taken, contact a Gehl dealer
for repairs.
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