LONG-TERM STORAGE
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BEFORE YOU PLACE THE ENGINE IN LONG-TERM STORAGE
DANGER
Explosion Hazard!
• Never short out the battery
terminals, including when
checking the remaining battery
charge. This will result in a
spark and may cause an
explosion or fire. Use a
hydrometer to check the
remaining battery charge.
• If the electrolyte is frozen, slowly warm the
battery before you recharge it.
• Failure to comply will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING
Burn Hazard!
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid.
Never allow battery fluid to
come in contact with clothing,
skin or eyes. Severe burns
could result. Always wear
safety goggles and protective
clothing when servicing the
battery. If battery fluid contacts
the eyes and/or skin,
immediately flush the affected
area with a large amount of
clean water and obtain prompt
medical treatment.
• Failure to comply could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION
Flying Object Hazard!
• Always wear eye protection
when servicing the engine and
when using compressed air or
high-pressure water. Dust,
flying debris, compressed air,
pressurized water or steam may
injure your eyes.
• Failure to comply may result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE
Protect the air cleaner, turbocharger (if equipped)
and electric components from damage when you
use steam or high-pressure water to clean the
engine.
Perform the next Preventive Maintenance
procedure. For example, if there are 10 hours
remaining before the 250 hour maintenance, you
should do the maintenance before you place the
engine in storage.
See Periodic Maintenance Schedule on page 64.
1. Flush the radiator and refill with Long Life
Engine Coolant. See Engine Coolant
Specifications on page 47 for engine coolant
specifications and See Filling Radiator with
Engine Coolant on page 47 for the procedure
for draining and refilling the cooling system.
2. Clean the exterior of the engine so it is free of
grease and oil.
3. Drain the fuel tank or make sure it is completely
full. See Filling the Fuel Tank on page 41.
4. Lubricate exposed parts of the engine speed
control system.
5. Protect the air cleaner, muffler and electrical
components (alternator, starter motor, switches,
EGR valve, controller) from water and dust.
6. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable to
prevent the battery from discharging.
7. Check the battery fluid and add distilled water
as required. See Check battery and recharge
on page 73.
8. Charge the battery once a month during
storage.
9. Rotate the engine without starting, every four to
six months.
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