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IF THE LIFT TRUCK IS NOT TO BE USED FOR A LONG TIME
INTRODUCTION
The following recommendations are intended to prevent the lift truck from being damaged when it is withdrawn from service
for an extended period.
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IMPORTANT
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Procedures to follow if the lift truck is not to be used for a long time and for starting it up again afterwards must be performed by your dealership.
This period of long-term stoppage must not exceed 12 months.
After 12 months, repeat the procedures for putting the lift truck back into service and long-term stoppage.
PREPARING THE LIFT TRUCK
- Clean the lift truck thoroughly.
- Check and repair any fuel, oil, water or air leaks.
- Replace or repair any worn or damaged parts.
- Wash the painted surfaces of the lift truck in clear and cold water and wipe them.
- Touch up the paintwork if necessary.
- Stop the lift truck (eOPERATING INSTRUCTIONS UNLADEN AND LADEN).
- Make sure the boom cylinder rods are all in the retracted position.
- Release the pressure in the hydraulic circuits.
DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) TANK
Depending on the model of lift truck
- Drain and rinse the DEF tank.
- Replace the “DEF” (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) supply pump filter (e3-MAINTENANCE).
- Slowly fill the tank with new “DEF” (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) up to the bottom of the filler neck.
- Start up the lift truck to pressurise the circuit and bring it up to working temperature, then shut down the engine.
- If necessary, top up the tank.
PROTECTING THE ENGINE
- Contact your dealer to obtain the procedure for protecting the inside of the engine (use of protection product).
- Fill the tank with fuel (e3-MAINTENANCE).
- Drain and replace the coolant (e3-MAINTENANCE).
- Leave the engine running at idling speed for a few minutes, then switch off.
- Replace the engine oil and oil filter (e3-MAINTENANCE).
- Run the engine for a short time so that the oil and cooling liquid circulate inside.
- Disconnect the battery and store it in a safe place away from the cold, after charging it to a maximum.
- Block the outlet with waterproof adhesive tape.
- Remove the drive belts and store them in a safe place.
- Disconnect the engine cut-off solenoid on the injection pump and carefully insulate the connection.
PROTECTING THE LIFT TRUCK
- Set the lift truck on axle stands so that the tyres are off the ground.
- Release the parking brake
(depending on the model of lift truck)
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- Protect cylinder rods which will not be retracted, from corrosion.
- Wrap the tyres.
NOTE: If the lift truck is to be stored outdoors, cover it with a waterproof tarpaulin.
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