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6 Engine Storage
6.1 Short time storage
If the engine is to be out of service for a period of time (1 to 3 months), measures of cleaning and necessary oil seal
should be taken for rust protection.
6.1.1 Before storage
(1) Clean the engine surface and check for any dirt, or oil stain or water stain and rust. Dry the engine with
compressed air. Apply anti-rust oil to the unpainted machining surfaces of the engine with a brush and keep the parts
of rubber, plastic and fiber free from the anti-rust oil.
Caution: The surfaces of the front drive pulleys must be kept from rust.
The anti-rust oil requirement for outside engine is as follows:
Item Requirement
Appearance Brown in even
Moisture None
Drop point 55
Freezing resistance Qualified
Oil stability˄ml˅
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Steel sheet 14
Salt test
Cast iron sheet 7
Steel sheet 30
Humid heat test
Cast iron sheet 14
Lamination test˄7 days˅
Steel sheet Qualified
Steel sheet Qualified
Corrosion test˄14 days˅
Cast iron sheet Qualified
(2) Disconnect the battery, clean terminals and apply a light film of grease. Charge the battery.
(3) Let the drive belt in loose.
(4) Seal all ports of air, fuel, oil and coolant, as well as the air filter with damp-proof material or plastic one.
(5) Cover the engine with plastic cover or similar stuff and place the engine in a dry area with good ventilation.
6.1.2 During the storage
Charge the battery every month. Check the battery electrolyte level before charging. Crank the crankshaft three to
four turns every month with barring tool.
6.1.3 After storage
When putting the engine into use, remove the fuel pump and send it to the authorized service provider for adjustment.
Remove the engine cover and all port seals. Install the fuel pump and prime the fuel system. Connect battery and
install the belt. Check lubricating oil and coolant levels, and add proper amount of clean lubricating oil into the
turbocharger from its oil inlet. Crank the engine three to five circles with barring tool. Then follow the starting
procedure in Section 3.4 to start the engine.
6.2 Long time storage
6.2.1 Before storage
If the engine is to be out of service for a long time (more than 3 months), proper storage of the engine is required.
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