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LONG TERM STORAGE (MORE THAN 30 DAYS) - Continued
The stored engine should be inspected periodically. If there are any indications of rust or corrosion, corrective steps
must be taken to prevent damage to the engine parts. Perform a complete inspection at the end of one year and
apply additional treatment as required.
There are two methods of preparing the transmission for long-term storage: without oil and with oil.
Long-term storage without oil:
1.
Drain oil.
2.
Seal all openings and breathers, except oil drain hole, with moisture-proof tape.
3.
Coat all exposed, unpainted surfaces with a good grade of preservative grease.
4.
Atomize or spray 2 ounces (59 ml) of rust-preventative mixture into the transmission through the oil drain hole.
Install the drain plug.
5.
If additional storage time is required, Steps 3 and 4 above should be repeated at yearly intervals.
Long-term storage with oil:
1.
Drain oil and remove the transmission oil filter element(s).
2.
Install the drain plugs and new filter element(s).
3.
Fill the transmission to operating level with a mixture of 30 parts hydraulic transmission oil preservative.
CAUTION
DO NOT allow temperature to exceed 250F (121C). Failure to follow this caution may result
in damage to equipment.
4.
Operate the unit for approximately 5 minutes at a minimum of 1,000 rpm. Shift the transmission slowly through
all selector positions to thoroughly distribute the oil, then stall the converter to raise the oil temperature to
225F (107C).
5.
As soon as the unit is cool enough to touch, seal all openings and breathers with moisture-proof tape.
6.
Coat all exposed, unpainted surfaces with a good grade of preservative grease.
7.
If additional storage time is required, Steps 3 through 6 above should be repeated at yearly intervals, except
it is not necessary to drain the transmission each year - just add rust-preventative mixture.
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RESTORATION TO SERVICE
Remove the crane from storage using the following procedure:
1.
Remove preservative lubricants from all surfaces (WP 0162).
2.
Check all fluid levels, adding or draining as required.
3.
Lubricate the vehicle according to lubrication instructions, making certain that all points with grease fittings
are lubricated.
4.
Make a thorough visual inspection of the entire vehicle, placing special emphasis on the condition of all
hydraulic hoses.
END OF TASK
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