NMC-WOLLARD 140 - Day Storage; Storage; Storage for 90 Days or Longer; Toc;1

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M140 Tow Tractor Manual No. 46054
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CHAPTER 1 GENERAL INFORMATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
5. STORAGE
If you need to keep your machine idle for more than 30 days, or you are putting it into
indenite storage, rst prepare it according to the following procedures:
NOTICE! The following steps will help minimize corrosion and deterioration while your
machine is in storage
5.1 30 - 90 DAY STORAGE
1. Perform any necessary repairs.
2. Clean machine carefully. Wash off mud and dirt. Wipe off excess oil and
grease. Remove debris from radiator cooling ns.
3. Select a dry and protected storage location. Position machine so as to permit
access to all components.
4. Start engine and run it until it reaches operating temperature. Shut off engine.
Drain crankcase, change oil lter, and rell crankcase with recommended oil.
5. Disconnect battery. Put battery into safe storage in a fully charged condition.
Protect battery terminals against corrosion using a spray on external engine
preservative or petroleum jelly.
6. Seal all engine openings.
7. Apply a thin coat of grease to exposed metal surfaces.
8. Renish any scratched or scuffed paint surfaces.
9. If the machine must be stored outdoors, cover with a heavy canvas or
waterproof material. Secure cover with a strong waterproof tape so it will not
blow away.
5.2 STORAGE FOR 90 DAYS OR LONGER
The recommendations below are designed to prevent damage to the engine when
it is withdrawn from service for a prolonged period. Perform in addition to 30-90
day procedure.
1. Clean engine breather pipe and seal end of pipe.
2. Drain fuel system and ll with clean fuel. The fuel must be drained and lters
discarded at end of storage period. If you add a fuel preservative to the fuel,
the fuel and lters may not need to be discarded at the end of the storage
period.
3. Operate engine until it is warm. Stop engine and x any fuel, oil, or air leaks.
4. Drain the cooling system. In order to protect the cooling system against
corrosion, ll with a coolant that has a corrosion inhibitor. If protection against
frost is necessary, use an antifreeze mixture.
5. Operate engine for a short period in order to circulate lubricating oil and
coolant in engine.
5 STORAGE
AUGUST 31, 2008