STORING THE MACHINE/PROLONGED INACTIVITY
Before a long period of inactivity, observe a number of pre-
cautions, such as:
Clean the machine.
Touch up the paintwork where necessary to prevent rust.
Lubricate all the lubricators.
Check whether there are any worn or damaged parts on
the machine and replace them as necessary.
Drain the oil from the engine and replace with new oil.
Clean the fuel system and change the filter cartridges.
Empty the usual fuel from the tank and replace with ten litres
of special fuel for long periods of inactivity. Allow the engine to
run for ten minutes so the new solution is distributed evenly.
Drain the coolant from the radiator and the cylinder block
and rell with a solution of antifreeze and water.
Store any equipment.
Realign the turret.
Completely lower the boom.
Remove the battery and store in a warm, dry place. Re-
charge the battery regularly.
Raise the machine onto stands to take the weight off the tyres.
Cover the exhaust opening.
Cover the exposed rods on the hydraulic cylinders with a
light layer of grease.
Close and lock all windows.
Lock the door.
GETTING THE MACHINE READY AFTER A LONG
PERIOD OF INACTIVITY
Inate the tyres to the correct pressure.
Remove the stands from under the axles.
Fill the fuel tank.
Check the level of the coolant in the radiator.
Check the various oil levels.
Assemble a fully charged battery.
Remove the cover from the exhaust pipe.
Remove the layer of grease from the uncovered cylinder rods.
Switch on the engine and ensure all controls are working properly.
Leave the engine to idle without any load for a few minutes.
Ensure the braking system is working properly.
CLEANING YOUR MACHINE
- Switch off the engine, remove the key from the ignition
and wait for the various components to cool down.
- Wear appropriate protective clothing (gloves, mask,
overalls, etc.)
- Do not use inflammable liquids, acids or products that
may chemically corrode machine components.
- Do not clean moving or hot parts; allow the parts to cool
because they could be damaged by abrupt changes in
temperature.
- To clean the exterior of the machine and the engine
compartment, use a power washer bearing in mind the
following:
Ensure the filler caps are closed properly (radiator, oil
tank, fuel tank, etc.)
Protect control units and connectors from water seepage.
Do not use water temperatures or pressures over 80°C
and 100 bar respectively.
Do not hold the power washer nozzle less than 40 cm
from the surface you are washing.
Do not concentrate the jet in just one place, wash using
large strokes.
The interior of the machine is delicate and must never be
cleaned with a power washer.
- If any water accidentally falls on the electrical system,
the machine will not function correctly. Do not use water
or steam to clean the electrical system, sensors or con-
nectors.
- To repair any small defects on the bodywork, ask your
DIECI dealer for tins of touch up paint. Ensure all the
stickers are present; replace any stickers that are lost or
removed while cleaning.
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