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Allis-Chalmers — Filling cooling system

Maintenance

From a Allis-Chalmers operator's manual covering: 16000MKII, 17000MKII, 21000MKII, 25000MKII. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Procedure

  1. Close all drain cocks and install all drain plugs removed.
  2. Check to assure vent cock in top of thermostat housing is open.
  3. Pour coolant into radiator until it flows from vent cock.
  4. Close vent cock and continue filling until coolant level is approximately 1-1/2 in below bottom of filler neck.
  5. Open vent cock at top rear of intercooler; vent air and check level of coolant.
  6. Install filler cap.

Specs & values

  • Coolant level approximately 1-1/2 in below filler neck

Source: Allis-Chalmers operator's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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