Chapter 9
LONG-TERM STORAGE
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Using the engine after storage
1.
Remove the cover from the engine.
2.
Connect a fully charged battery.
3.
Remove the covers from the starters and alterna-
tor.
4.
Adjust the tension of V-belt.
Note:
For the adjustment of V-belt tension, refer to
"Adjusting V-belt tension" (8-6)
.
5.
Remove sealing tapes from the openings of the
engine.
6.
Drain rust-preventive oil, and pour in appropriate
engine oil.
Note:
For engine oil, refer to
"ENGINE OIL" (5-1)
7.
Fill the fuel tank with fuel, and bleed the fuel sys-
tem.
Note:
For bleeding fuel system, refer to
"Bleeding the
fuel system" (8-13)
.
8.
Inspect the entire engine.
9.
Remove the rocker covers, and lubricate the valve
mechanisms.
10.
Shut off the fuel supply and crank the engine for
about 10 seconds. Then repeat this cranking 3
times at intervals of about 1 minute.
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To crank the engine, shut off the fuel supply to the
engine and operate the starter.
11.
Make sure the engine oil pressure rises.
12.
Start the engine
Note:
For starting the engine, refer to
"Starting" (3-4)
.
13.
Conduct a warm-up operation for a sufficient dura-
tion.
14.
Apply load and increase the engine speed to the
rated speed.
Storing the engine in an
operable condition for 3
months or more
When the engine is not operated during storage of
three months or more, internal engine parts can rust
and lose oil film. As a result, the engine can seize
when it is started after storage. To prevent such a risk,
the engine must be operated periodically during stor-
age.
Operating the engine for main-
tenance
Operate the engine for maintenance at least once a
month as described below.
1.
With the fuel shut off (press the engine stop button
to shut off the fuel injection), operate the starter
twice at intervals of about 15 seconds and check to
see if the engine oil pressure increases.
2.
After the engine starts, operate under no load for 5
to 10 minutes.
Note:
For engine operation, refer to
"OPERATION" (3-
1)
.
