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—Forced Coolant System.

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NOTES
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—Thermal Syphon Syilem.
—Static System.
FIGURE 3-64. Piping schematics for different types of cooling systems,

1. The cooling water should be passed through the intercooler first and
then this warmer water to the cylinder in a series arrangement.

2. Quantity of water should be regulated so that outlet temperature is
not more than 15°F above the inlet water temperature.

= t 0 -tj=15°F

Cooling system flows (Rule of thumb)