Atlas Copco — Cleaning coolers
Maintenance · Engine oil cooler
From a Atlas Copco owner's manual covering: QAX 12 Dd, QAX 20 Dd, QAX 30 Dd, Qc1002. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Deutz F2M 2011 F engine, Deutz F3M 2011 F engine, Deutz BF3M 2011 F engine
Before you start
- Never steam clean the alternator
- Never leave spilled liquids in or around the generator
Procedure
- Keep the oil-cooler clean to maintain cooling efficiency.
- Remove fan cowl upper part to reach fan side surface of oil cooler.
- Remove centre part of front baffles to reach opposite surface.
- Steam cleaning with a cleansing agent may be applied.
- Remove dirt with a fibre brush; never use a wire brush or metal objects.
- Angle jet at approx. 90° to the coolers to avoid damage.
- Protect electrical and controlling equipment and air filters against moisture.
- Close the service doors afterwards.
Tools required
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Specs & values
- Angle between jet and coolers approx. 90°
Source: Atlas Copco owner'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.