OPERATION 15. LONG TERM STORAGE 15.1 BEFORE STORAGE When putting the machine in storage for a long time, proceed as follows. ! After every part is washed and dried, house the machine in a dry building. If the machine must be left outdoors, park it on well drained concrete and cover it with canvas, etc. ! Completely fill the fuel tank, lubricate, and change the oil before storage. ! Apply a thin coat of grease to the metal surface of the hydraulic piston rods. ! Disconnect the negative terminal of the batteries and cover it, or remove it from the machine and store it separately. !
If the ambient temperature is expected to drop below 0 E C (32 E F) then always add antifreeze to the cooling water. ! Apply the safety locks to the bucket control lever, lift arm control lever, and directional lever, then apply the parking brake. 15.2 DURING STORAGE WARNING Provide necessary ventilation if the machine is operated indoors to prevent gas poisoning. ! Operate the engine and move the machine for a short distance once a month so that a new film of oil will be coated over movable parts and component surfaces. At the same time, also charge the batteries. ! Before operating the work equipment, wipe off the grease on the hydraulic piston rod. !
For vehicles equipped with air conditioning, operate air conditioning once a month for 3-5 minutes at low idle to prevent the air compressor from seizing up from lack of lubricating oil and check the a/c gas volume twice a year. 15.3 AFTER STORAGE NOTICE: If the machine is stored without the monthly rust prevention operation, consult your distributor for service. Carry out the following procedures when taking the machine out of storage. ! Wipe off the grease from the hydraulic cylinder rods ! Add oil and grease to all places. 2-66