LONG TERM STORAGE
08.1
RoGator 418
Long Term Storage
11-04
Long Term Storage Preparation
The following storage preparations are good for long
term engine storage up to one year. After that, the
engine should be started, warmed up, and retreated
for the extended storage period.
IMPORTANT: Any time your engine will not be
used for over six (6) months, the following
recommendations for storing it and removing it
from storage will help to minimize corrosion
and deterioration.
1. Change engine oil and replace filter. Used oil will
not give adequate protection.
2. Service air cleaner
3. Draining and flushing of cooling system is not
necessary if engine is to be stored only for
several months. However, for extended storage
periods of a year or longer, it is recommended
that the cooling system be drained, flushed, and
refilled. Refill with appropriate coolant.
4. Drain fuel tank and add 30 ml (1 oz) of inhibitor to
the fuel tank for each 15 L (4 U.S. gal) of tank
capacity. Completely drain fuel filter and close
fuel valve, if equipped.
5. Add 30 ml (1 oz) of inhibitor to the engine
crankcase for each 0.95 L (1 qt) of crankcase oil.
6. Disconnect air intake piping from the manifold.
Pour 90 ml (3 oz) of inhibitor into intake system
and reconnect the piping.
7. Crank the engine several revolutions with starter
(do not allow the engine to start).
8. Remove fan/alternator V-belt, if desired.
9. Remove and clean batteries. Store them in a
cool, dry place and keep them fully charged.
10. Clean the exterior of the engine with salt-free
water and touch-up any scratched or chipped
painted surfaces with good quality paint.
11. Coat all exposed (machined) metal surfaces with
grease or corrosion inhibitor if not feasible to
paint.
12. Seal all openings on engine with plastic bags and
tape.
13. Storage should be a dry protected place. If
outside storage is necessary, then use a suitable
protective material for a cover and use a strong
waterproof tape.
Long Term Storage Removal
Refer to the appropriate section for detailed services
listed below or have your authorized servicing dealer
or engine distributor perform services that you may
not be familiar with.
1. Remove all protective coverings. Unseal all
engine openings and remove covering from
electrical systems.
2. Remove the batteries from storage. Install
batteries (fully charged) and connect the
terminals.
3. Install fan/alternator V-belts if removed.
4. Fill fuel tank.
5. Perform all appropriate prestarting checks.
6. Crank engine for 20 seconds with starter (do not
allow the engine to start). Wait 2 minutes and
crank engine an additional 20 seconds to assure
bearing surfaces are adequately lubricated.
7. Start engine and run at low idle and no load for
several minutes. Warm up carefully and check all
gauges before placing engine under load.
8. On the first day of operation after storage, check
overall engine for leaks and check all gauges for
correct operation.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate starter more than
30 seconds at a time. Wait at least 2 minutes for
starter to cool before trying again.
