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- If the engine is not to be used for extensive periods, check the storage area conditions
and the type of packaging to make sure they are suitable for correct storage.
If necessary, cover the engine with a proper protective sheet.
- Avoid storing the engine in direct contact with the ground, in environments that are humid
and exposed to bad weather, near high voltage electric lines, etc.
PROTECTIVE TREATMENT
3. Run engine at idle speed for 15 minutes.
4. Switch off engine.
5. Drain oil.
7. Start engine and check for fuel and oil leaks.
8. Bring the engine to ¾ of maximum speed for 5-10 minutes.
9. Switch off engine.
10. Empty fuel tank completely.
12. Spray SAE 10W oil on exhaust and intake manifolds.
14. Thoroughly clean all external parts of the engine.
17. If necessary, cover engine with protective plastic sheeting.
Maximum every 24 months of inactivity, the engine must be started up by repeating
all "Engine Storage" operations.
ENGINE STORAGE
PREPARING THE ENGINE FOR OPERATION AFTER PROTECTIVE TREATMENT
After the storage period and before starting up the engine and preparing it for operation,
1. Remove the protective sheeting.
2. Remove any areas covered to keep dust and debris out.
3. Use a cloth soaked in degreaser to remove applied protective coating.
4. Remove intake manifold.
9. Start engine and run at ¾ of maximum speed for 5-10 minutes.
10. Switch off engine.
11. Remove protective oil to replace with engine oil.
14. Empty cooling circuit completely and add new coolant up to correct level.
Over time, a number of engine components and lubricants lose their
properties, so it is important to consider whether they need replacing, also
based on age (see Replacement table).
After every 24 months of inactivity, the engine must be started up by repeating all
"Engine Storage" operations.
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