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    My Icon "BURPS" coolant from the overflow bottle

    Hello,

    Trying to see if this is a known issue. My Icon Purps coolant out of the vent tube at the top of the overflow reservoir. After 4-6 hours of running, half the coolant overflow bottle is gone. When I test the Bilge at startup, I sometimes see a red tinge liquid come out of the bilge outlet. Has anyone had that issue? Is that just the way it is with the Icon? My temperature never approaches hot (at least so far).

    Any input would be appreciated.

    Thanks!
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    I have never needed to add coolant, and it usually stays level at mid-bottle (wherever the upper zip ties are).
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    Interesting. I will talk to Vacaville.
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    so far in 40 hours no need to add coolant...
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    PROBLEM FOUND... The coolant leak is directly proportional to when/how often I use the heater... Leaks into the floor/bilge... Should be fixable. James found a pin hole in my heater core. Need a new core...
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    #6  
    Hi Michel, I had the same problem with my Icon. James found a hose fitting leading to the heater that was loose. Since he tightened this I've used the heater (even though already hot as blazes here in TX) and haven't had any coolant loss.

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