TM 5-3810-300-24&P-3
15.3 Storage
12 Drain the fuel filter and strainer. Remove the
19 Remove and clean the battery and battery cables
retaining bolts, shells and elements. Discard the used
with a baking soda solution and rinse them with fresh
elements and gaskets. Wash the shells in clean fuel oil
water. Do not allow the soda solution to enter the
and insert new elements. Fill the cavity between the
battery.
Add distilled water to the electrolyte, if
element and shell about two-thirds full of the same rust
necessary, and fully charge the battery. Store the battery
preventive compound as used in the fuel tank and
in a cool (never below 32 'F.) dry place. Keep the battery
reinstall the shell.
fully charged and check the level and the specific gravity
13 Operate the engine for 5 minutes to circulate the
of the electrolyte regularly.
rust preventive throughout the engine.
20 Insert heavy paper strips between the pulleys and
14 Refer to Section 3.1 and service the air cleaner.
belts to prevent sticking.
16 Apply a non-friction rust preventive compound to all
21 Seal all of the openings in the engine, including the
exposed parts. If it is convenient, apply the rust
exhaust outlet, with moisture resistant tape.
Use
preventive compound to the engine flywheel. If not,
cardboard, plywood or metal covers where practical.
disengage the clutch mechanism to prevent the clutch
22 Clean and dry the exterior painted surfaces of the
disc from sticking to the flywheel.
engine.
Spray the surfaces with a suitable liquid
automobile body wax, a synthetic resin varnish or a rust
CAUTION: Do not apply oil, grease or
preventive compound.
any wax base compound to the flywheel
23 Cover the engine with a good weather-resistant
The cast iron will absorb these
tarpaulin or other cover if it must be stored outdoors.
substances which can "sweat" out during
A clear plastic cover is recommended for indoor storage.
operation and cause the clutch to slip.
The stored engine should be inspected periodically. If
17 Drain the engine cooling system.
there are any indications of rust or corrosion, corrective
18 The oil may be drained from the engine crankcase if
steps must be taken to prevent damage to the engine
so desired. If the oil is drained, reinstall and tighten the
parts. Perform a complete inspection at the end of one
drain plug.
year and apply additional treatment as required.
PROCEDURE FRO RESTORING AN ENGINE TO S ERVICE WHIC HAS BEEN IN EXTENDE STORAGE
1
Remove the value rocker cover and pour dl one-half
gallon of oil, of the same grade as used in the
crankcase, over the rocker arms and push rods.
9
Close all of the drain cocks and fill the engine
2
Reinstall the valve rocker cover.
cooling system with clean soft water and a rust inhibitor.
3
Remove the covers and tape from all of the
If the engine is to be exposed to freezing temperatures,
openings of the engine, fuel tank and electrical
fill the cooling system with a high boiling point type
equipment. Do not overlook the exhaust outlet.
antifreeze solution (refer to Section 13.3).
4
Wash the exterior of the engine with fuel oil to
remove the rust preventive.
10 Install and connect the battery.
5
Remove the rust preventive from the flywheel.
11 Service the air cleaner as outlined in Section 3.1.
6
Remove the paper strips from between the pulleys
13 After all of the preparations have been completed,
and the belts.
start the engine. The small amount of rust preventive
compound which remains in the fuel system will cause a
7
Check the cran casoil level Fill the crankcase to the
smoky exhaust for a few minutes.
proper level with the heavy-duty lubricating oil
NOTE: Before a subjecting the engine
recommended under Lubricating Oil Specifications
to a load or high speed, it is advisable to
(Section 13.3).
check the engine tune-up
8
Fill the fuel tank with the fuel specified under Diesel
Fuel
Oil
Specifications
(Section
13.3).
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