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7. LONG-TERM STORAGE
7.1 BEFORE STORING MACHINE
CAUTION
The machine shall take the posture shown in the figure on
the right during the long-term storage to protect the
cylinder rod. See “Operation 2.5 Machine Traveling
Posture” for traveling posture. (To prevent rust on the
cylinder rod)
Store the machine as described below for long-term storage.
• Wash and clean each section of the machine and store indoor.
If you absolutely have to leave it outdoor, select a flat location where the machine is not likely to be
exposed to flood or other disasters and cover the machine.
• Refuel, grease, and change the oil without fail.
• Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery and cover, or dismount the battery from the machine for
storage.
• If the temperature will go down to 0 degree or below, add antifreezing fluid. Ask us or our sales service
agency for the mixing quantity of the antifreezing fluid.
7.2 DURING STORAGE
If you have to perform antirust operation indoor, open the window and entrance for better
ventilation to prevent gas poisoning.
Be sure to operate the machine once a month during the storage to maintain the oil film at lubricating
section. Charge the battery at the same time.
7.3 AFTER STORAGE
If you did not perform antirust operation monthly during the long-term storage, contact us or
our sales service agency before using the machine.
Perform the followings before using the machine after the long-term storage.
• Refuel, grease, and change the oil without fail.
• Remove the cover over the battery (install the battery to the machine if dismounted for storage).
Check the electrolyte level and specific gravity, and then connect the battery cable from the positive side.
• Remove the drain plug of the fuel tank, hydraulic oil tank, and engine oil pan to drain the water mixed in.
• Carefully perform the check before starting operation and warm-up operation.
Carefully check the various parts of the machine.
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