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Code F07012287
USE AND MAINTENANCE
ENGLISH
Fig. 41
3.11 STORAGE - PUTTING IN GARAGE
If the machine is immobilised for long periods, it must be stored in a place sheltered from atmospheric agents and pro-
tected to avoid being damaged.
Make sure that the storage temperature is between 0°C and 40°C.
Do not set the machine on soft or excessively sloped ground. Should it be deemed necessary, place the wedges
(chocks) supplied underneath the points of contact with the ground for better distribution of the weight and to prevent
dangerous sinking.
The machine is designed to be parked safely on compact ground with up to 8.5° slopes.
To prepare the machine for storage, the tank and hydraulic circuit must be cleaned thoroughly using the same proce-
dure as at the end of treatment.
You must also:
• Thoroughly wash and clean the machine, including the spraying system.
• Completely empty the hydraulic circuit to avoid damage caused by freezing.
• Completely empty the spraying system.
• Introduce a water and antifreeze mixture in the spraying circuit to protect not only the pump, but all the components in
contact with the liquid as well, namely control units, nozzle holders and filters (see the procedure for introducing the
antifreeze liquid, chapter 3.11.1).
• Remove and clean the filters and nozzles which must be kept in an area protected against weathering.
• Empty the diaphragm pumps by removing the specific plug.
• Unscrew the mixer drain pipe.
• Remove all air and water filters.
• Check and grease all movable metal parts and unpainted parts.
• Repaint all surfaces which could rust, where necessary.
• Disconnect the battery both with the battery cut-off key and by physically disconnecting the two poles.
• Place the machine in a ventilated area, sheltered from rain and sunlight.
The procedures of some of the phases listed above will be described in detail in the next chapters.
3.11.1 INTRODUCING ANTIFREEZE LIQUID
If the machine is not used for long periods, it must be stored in ventilated premises, away from weathering, especially
if it is fitted with electrical pressure regulators, electrical motors, delivery computers or other electrical/electronic equip
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ment.
Ensure the temperature in the storage premises is between 0°C and 40 °C.
The machine fears frost. To avoid damage in preparation for the winter period completely empty from water every part
by running the PTO for a few minutes with the suction filter open. If necessary insert at the end of the cycle a few litres
of pure automotive quality antifreeze (ethylene glycol).