15. LONG-TERM STORAGE 15.1 BEFORE STORAGE When putting the machine in storage for more than one month, do as follows. After washing and drying each part, store the machine indoors. If it has to be left outdoors, choose a flat place where the machine will be safe from flooding or other problems, and cover the machine. Completely fill the fuel tank, lubricate and change the oil before storage. Apply a thin coat of grease to metal surface of the hydraulic piston rods and the idler adjusting rods. Disconnect the negative terminals of the battery and cover it, or remove it from the machine and store it separately.
If the ambient temperature is expected to drop below 0°C, always add antifreeze to the cooling water. Place all control levers at the neutral position, set the safety lever and parking brake lever to the LOCK position, and set the fuel control lever to the low idling position. 15.2 DURING STORAGE ¤ WARNING If it is unavoidably necessary to carry out the rustpreventive operation while the machine is indoors, open the doors and windows to improve ventilation and 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 battery.
Before operating the work equipment, wipe off the grease on the hydraulic piston rod. 2-82