MACHINE TRANSPORT AND STORAGE SECTION 3 Page 5 3.3. MOVING A DISABLED MACHINE 1. Lock the transmission shift lever in “NEUTRAL”. 2. Release brake and decelerator pedal (D-H). 3. Pump sufficient grease into one of the valve (1 or 2 in Fig. 3.2.) to release the brakes. Connected pressure gauge should show the pressure 830 - 1030 kPa. The amount of grease required depends on the amount of pressure dissipation in the system. 4. Use a towing cable of sufficient strength. During the tow, it may be necessary to pump more grease into the right brake fitting to replace loss of pressure. 5. Depressing the brake pedal will relieve hydraulic pressure and apply the brakes. 6.
After towing is completed, actuate the steering levers until all grease is purged from the system. There should be no pressure in the brake system (when measured at brake port) with the brake and decelerator pedal applied or the steering levers in the pivot position. 3.4. MACHINE STORAGE 3.4.1. PREPARING FOR STORAGE When a machine is taken out of service and stored for more than 30 days, steps must be taken to protect the machine. Leaving equipment outdoors exposed to the elements will materially shorten its life. An enclosure will protect the machine from rapid temperature changes and lesson the amount of condensation that forms in hydraulic components, engine, fuel tank and final drives.
If it is not possible to put the machine in an enclosure, cover it with a tarpaulin. After the machine has been positioned for storage and the engine shutdown, perform the following operations: 1. Visually inspect the machine for external leakage and other defects. 2. Clean the radiator, refer to “COOLING SYSTEM.” 3. Thoroughly clean the machine, be sure to rinse off any corrosive residue. 4. Correct any defects found. Consult Authorized Distributor of Construction Equipment. 5. Clean or replace the air cleaner filter elements. Refer to “AIR CLEANING SYSTEM”. 6.
The cooling system should be completely drained, chemically flushed, and refilled with a conditioned water/antifreeze solution suitable for the lowest temperature anticipated. Refer to "COOLING SYSTEM" for the proper antifreeze and conditioner concentrations. IMPORTANT: Under no circumstances should the vehicle be stored with a dry cooling system. 7. Drain the water from the fuel tank. 8. Remove, empty, and reinstall the fuel filters. Refer to “FUEL SYSTEM”. 9. It is recommended to use a fuel stabilizer quantity as instructed by the manufacturer. The stabilizer will prevent the degrading of the fuel, sludge buildup and stops the growth of bacteria in the fuel during storage.
The fuel stabilizer may be purchased from: FIRE PREP 1000 NALCO CHEMICAL COMPANY 2901 BUTTERFIELD ROAD OAK BROOK, ILLINOIS 60521, USA or from Authorized Distributor of Construction Equipment 10. Add 120 ml of volatile corrosion inhibitor “VCI” for each 100 liters of total fuel capacity to the fuel tank. The "VCI" provides corrosion protection by contact with the metal, and in a closed system, the vapors provide sufficient protection for areas that are not in contact with the oil. The "VCI" may be purchased from: DRESSTA TD-20H