Diesel Generator Coolant Maintenance Basics

What is Radiator Coolant?

Radiator coolant is a liquid with functions such as anti-boiling, anti-corrosion, anti-rust, and anti-foam, which can be mixed with any antifreeze and cooling water.

What is Antifreeze?

Antifreeze, full name antifreeze coolant, is mainly divided into ethylene glycol antifreeze, glycerol antifreeze and propylene glycol antifreeze. The commonly used type in China is ethylene glycol antifreeze. Antifreeze has the characteristics of high boiling point and low freezing point. It also has the functions of antifreeze in winter, anti-boiling in summer, anti-corrosion, anti-rust and anti-scale throughout the year.

What is the Difference Between Radiator Coolant and Antifreeze?

Radiator coolant and antifreeze have roughly the same composition and efficacy, but what exactly is the difference between them? Radiator coolant has a higher freezing point than antifreeze and is more likely to freeze. Therefore, radiator coolant is not suitable for northern regions where the outdoor temperature is generally below 0 degrees Celsius in winter.

How Often to Replace Diesel Generator Radiator Coolant or Antifreeze?

Generally speaking, the packaging of radiator coolant produced by regular manufacturers will indicate "suitable for areas above 0 degrees". You can carefully check when purchasing. If you plan to replace radiator coolant with antifreeze, you need to completely drain the radiator coolant and thoroughly clean the radiator first. After that, it is recommended to directly choose antifreeze, so that you can use it with confidence whether in winter or summer, whether in the north or south.

Under normal conditions, it should be replaced once a year, but regular inspections should be carried out at ordinary times. Generally, generators have a winter preheating function. When the temperature is low, turning on the preheating will prevent problems such as failure to start or difficulty in starting during power generation. This preheating function does not need to be turned on in summer or when the temperature is high.

How to Distinguish Good and Bad Diesel Generator Radiator Coolant?

Radiators are generally divided into copper radiators and aluminum radiators. You can tell by scratching the fins on the radiator.

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