DRESSTA 515C, Operator'S Manual

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MACHINE TRANSPORT AND STORAGE
SECTION 3
Page 7
DRESSTA OM515C520C99/1E
MOVING A DISABLED MACHINE
Fig. 3.5. Towing Lugs
3.4. MACHINE STORAGE
3.4.1. PREPARING FOR STORAGE
When a machine is taken out of service and stored for a period of time exceeding 30 days, steps
must be taken to protect the machine. Wash and dry the machine and place in a dry enclosure.
An enclosure will protect the machine from rapid temperature changes and lessen the amount of
condensation that forms in hydraulic components, engine, fuel tank, axles and transmission.
Leaving equipment outdoors exposed to the elements will materially shorten its life. If it is not
possible to put the machine in an enclosure, cover it with a tarpaulin. After the machine has been
positioned for storage and the engine shutdown, perform the following operations:
1. Visually inspect the machine for external leakage and other defects.
2. Clean the radiator, refer to "CLEANING THE RADIATOR", Section 5.
3. Thoroughly clean the machine, be sure to rinse off any caustic residue.
4. Correct any defects found. Consult Authorized Distributor of Construction Equipment.
5. Clean or replace the air cleaner filter elements. Refer to "AIR CLEANING SYSTEM", Section 5.
6. The cooling system should be completely drained, chemically flushed, and refilled with
a conditioned water/anti-freeze solution suitable for the lowest temperature anticipated. Refer
to "ANTIFREEZE", Section 5 for the proper anti-freeze and conditioner concentrations.
IMPORTANT: To avoid corrosion, under no circumstances should the machine with air
conditioner or cab heaters (if equipped) be stored with a dry cooling system.
7. Drain the water from the fuel tank. Refer to "FUEL TANK", Section 5. Clean the fuel strainer
installed in the filler neck.
8. Remove and replace the fuel filters. Refer to "FUEL SYSTEM", Section 5.