Just checking the cleanliness of the radiator screen

[Ulric]

I took a quick walk around and nearly overlooked a radiator screen that was completely blocked by dust and debris.
Instead of playing a guessing game during my shift, what’s your go-to method for ensuring the radiator screen is clean before the temperatures start to rise?
I’m looking for some quick and reliable habits.

 

[TractORange]

The other day my loader started overheating like crazy. Turns out, the screen was just covered in mud. Now, before I start each day, I just take five seconds to glance at it. Easy peasy, and the engine stays happy.

 

[Quanta]

Seriously, I just keep a little brush and an air blower in the cab.
Spending five minutes brushing off the screen before work stops me from freaking out when I see smoke later.

 

[HaythereKubz]

After a week of dust at the site I started just tapping the screen before each run.
Any junk falls right off.
Clean radiator, no bending over.
Small habit, big win.