Technical data

General Information

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Release 00 2002-09

Atlantic 500

COOLANT

The coolant is harmful if ingested. Contact with the skin or the eyes may cause irritation. Should the liquid

come into contact with the skin or the eyes, generously rinse with water and seek medical attention.

If the fluid is ingested, cause vomiting, generously rinse the mouth and throat with water and immediately

seek medical attention.

DO NOT DISPOSE OF THE COOLANT IN THE ENVIRONMENT.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

Be careful not to spill the coolant on the red- hot parts of the engine: it may catch fire and send out invis-

ible flames.

In case maintenance operations are to be performed, it is advisable to use latex gloves.

Do not use the vehicle if the coolant is below the minimum prescribed level“MIN”.

Check the coolant level before starting off and every 2,000 km (1,250 mi) (CHECKING AND RESTORING THE

COOLANT LEVEL). Renew the coolant every two years (RENEWING THE COOLANT).

The coolant is made up of 50% water and 50% antifreeze.This mixture is ideal for most running temperatures and

ensures good protection against corrosion.

It is advisable to keep the same mixture also in the hot season, since in this way losses due to evaporation are

reduced and it is not necessary to top up very frequently.

The mineral salt deposits left in the radiator by evaporated water are thus reduced and the efficiency of the cooling

system remains unchanged.

If the outdoor temperature is below 0°, check the cooling circuit frequently and if necessary increase the antifreeze

concentration (up to maximum 60%).

For the cooling solution use distilled water, in order not todamage the engine.

Engine coolant (recommended):

PARAFLU 11 FE (diluted).

Alternatively, use brand-name coolants with performance complying with or exceeding the specifications.

Antifreeze fluid based on monoethylene glycol, CUNA NC 958-16.

NOTE Different antifreezes have different characteristics. The degree of protection provided by each product is

specified on its label.

Only use nitrite-free antifreeze and anticorrosive providing protection to temperatures of at least -35° C

(31° F).

CAUTION

WARNING