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All equipment shall be stored on its original shipping pallet so that it is
elevated above grade.
The equipment shall be clearly labelled and be stored in a location that is
easily and readily accessible.
If prolonged storage (greater than 30 days) is anticipated, the equipment
shall be covered with plastic to prevent the accumulation of surface dust and
include the following:
Motor shaft and flanges to be coated with easily removable rust
preventative, Tectyl No.502-C manufactured by Ashland Inc., or equal.
Block all openings to prevent rodents and small animals from nesting
inside.
Insert silica gel desiccant in control boxes and motor junction boxes.
Cover units completely to exclude dirt, dust, moisture, and other foreign
materials. If possible, insert motor in strong, transparent plastic bag.
Attach moisture indicator to side of motor, place several bags of silica gel
inside, then seal plastic bag. If motor cannot be placed in plastic bag and
relative humidity exceeds 50%, use space heaters to keep motor at least
10F above ambient air temperature.
Rotate motor shaft at least 10 revolutions every month; re-lubricate
bearings after each year of storage.
Check desiccant bags and rust prohibitive monthly; replace desiccant and
recoat with rust preventative as required. Also check operation of space
heaters.
If the unit has been in use and prolonged storage is anticipated, the unit
shall be cleaned on the inside and outside of dust and water to prevent damage to
the interior and exterior of the collector.