Kohler KDI 3404TCR-SCR User Manual

INFORMATION ABOUT MAINTENANCE
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5.10 Product preservation
Important:
•
If the engines are not to be used for 6 months, they must be protected by carrying out the
operations described in Engine storage (up to 6 months) ( Par. 5.11
).
•
If the engine is still not in use after the first 6 months, it is necessary to carry out a further
operation to extend the protection period (more than 6 months) ( Par. 5.12
).
•
If the engine is not to be used for an extended period, the protective treatment procedure must
be repeated within 24 months of the previous one.
5.11 Engine storage up to 6 months
Before storing the engine check that:
•
The environments are not humid or exposed to bad weather. Cover the engine with a proper
protective sheet against dampness and atmospheric contaminants.
•
The place is not near electric panel.
•
Avoid storing the engine in direct contact with the ground.
5.12 Engine storage over 6 months
Follow the steps described in Par. 5.11 .
1.
Engine oil replacement ( Par. 6.1 ).
2.
Refuel with fuel additives for long storage. The following additives are recommended:
DEFA Fluid Plus (Pakelo Lubricants),
Diesel Treatment (Green Star),
Top Diesel (Bardhal),
STP® Diesel Fuel Injector Treatment.
3.
With expansion tank: make sure that the coolant is up to the MAX level.
4.
Without expansion tank: Top liquid up until the pipes inside the radiator are covered by about 5
mm. Do not overfill the radiator, but leave room for the fuel to expand.
5.
Start the engine and keep it idle at minimum speed for 2 minutes.
6.
Bring the engine to 3/4 of the MAX speed for 5÷10 minutes.
7.
Turn off the engine.
8.
Completely empty the fuel tank.
9.
Spray SAE 10W-40 on the exhaust and intake manifolds.
10.
Seal the exhaust and intake ducts to prevent foreign bodies from entering.
11.
When cleaning the engine, if using a pressure washer or steam cleaning device, avoid directing
the nozzle on electrical components, cable connections and sealed rings (oil seals etc). If
cleaning engine with a pressure washer or steam cleaner, it is important to maintain a minimum
distance of at least 200mm between the surface to be washed and the nozzle - avoiding
absolutely electrical components such as alternators, starter motors and engine control units
(ECU).
12.
Treat non-painted parts with protective products.
13.
Fill the AdBlue tank to the MAX level allowed.
If the engine protection is performed according to the suggestions indicated no corrosion
damage should occur.

Kohler KDI 3404TCR-SCR Specifications

General

Brand	Kohler
Model	KDI 3404TCR-SCR
Category	Engine
Language	English