Sakai SV204 Series, Operating & Maintenance Instructions

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2 OPERATION
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2.12 When the Cold Season is Over
When winter is over and the warm season has come, proceed as follows:
1) Change oil and fuel with those for use in warm season referring to “Rating” on page 69.
2) If AF-PT antifreeze is in use, drain the coolant completely, wash clean inside the cooling
system, and then fill with clean water (city water).
2.13 For a Long Storage Period
For leaving the machine unused for longer than one month, proceed as follows:
1) Store the machine in a closed area after cleaning.
2) Conduct oiling, greasing and changing of oil.
3) Grease lubricate the exposed portion of hydraulic cylinder piston rods.
4) Cover the battery after disconnecting the negative cable or take off the battery from the
machine and store in a safe place.
5) If the temperature is expected to go down below 0 degree, add antifreeze to the coolant.
6) With F-N-R lever placed at neutral position
Ⓝ
and vibrator switch at position, have the
parking brake engaged.
7) Chock the machine.
8) Remove the starter switch key.
2.14 During the Storage Period
WARNING
If necessary to operate the machine for anti-corrosive purpose in closed area,
ensure good ventilation keeping windows and doors open to prevent gas
poisoning.
• During storage, operate the machine at least once a
month to prevent the oil films on the lubricated parts
from deteriorating and to charge the batteries.
• Disengage the brake at least once a month to prevent
the brake lining from sticking to the brake drum, and
travel the machine forward and backward. Then,
engage brake again.
• In the event of storing the machine outside for a long
time, open the drain plug at the bottom of the DPF, and
when starting the engine, check to make sure that no
water has collected inside the DPF.
Starting the engine when water has collected inside the
DPF may lead to breakdowns.