Follow all recommendations of the engine manufac-
turer for cold weather storage.
In addition, whenever the engine is to be stored for
several months or more, follow the engine manufac-
turer’s recommendations to minimize corrosion and
deterioration.
The following steps may need to be taken for long-
term storage.
1. Change engine oil and replace oil filter. Used
oil will not give adequate protection.
2. Inspect and, if necessary, replace the air filter.
3. Drain and flush the cooling system, if the
engine will be stored for a year or more.
4. Make the following additions of inhibitor. Seal
each opening immediately after adding
inhibitor to prevent inhibitor from changing to
gas.
a. Drain fuel tank and add 1 oz. (30 ml) of
inhibitor per 4 gal. (15L) of tank capacity.
b. Add 1 oz. (30 ml) of inhibitor to crankcase
for each quart (0.95 L) of crankcase oil.
c. Disconnect air intake piping from the man-
ifold. Pour 3 oz. (90 ml) of inhibitor into
intake system and reconnect the piping.
5. After all inhibitor additions are completed,
crank the engine several revolutions with the
starter (do not allow the engine to start).
6. Loosen fan and alternator belts to relieve ten-
sion. Remove belts if desired.
CAUTION
Gas given off by batteries is explosive. Keep
sparks and flames away from battery. Always
use a voltmeter or hydrometer to check battery
charge. Always remove grounded (-) battery
clamp first and replace it last.
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