MACHINE STORAGE
Machines being placed in storage must be ade-
quately protected from deterioration during the
period of idleness. This will ensure that they can
be restored to active service with a minimum ef-
fort.
Before removing this hydraulic crane from ser-
vice for extended periods, it should be prepared
for storage as prescribed in the following para-
graphs. In general, three (3) major components
must undergo preparation. These are the Ma-
chine Proper, the Engine and the Transmission.
The specific procedure to be followed depends
upon the expected period of storage.
SHORT TERM STORAGE - 30 DAYS OR LESS
Short term storage requires minimal preparation.
The
MACHINE
should be thoroughly cleaned, lu-
bricated in accordance with Section 4, and paint-
ed surfaces retouched where the paint has
deteriorated. exposed portions of all hydraulic
cylinders should be coated with multipurpose
grease. Coat unpainted metal surfaces with mul-
tipurpose grease after removing any rust accu-
mulations.
The
ENGINE
should be prepared as prescribed
on page 7-2, the topic “Engine Storage”.
The
TRANSMISSION
should be prepared as pre-
scribed on page 7-4, the topic “Transmission
Storage”.
LONG TERM STORAGE - 30 DAYS OR MORE
Long term storage requires greater preparation
than short term storage and must be undertaked
with greater care.
The
MACHINE
should be prepared as follows:
1. Perform the short term machine storage prep-
aration, making certain that All points with
grease fittings are liberally lubricated.
2. Drain and refill the swing reducer, winch(es),
axle differentials, planetary hubs and the hy-
draulic reservoir. Refer to page 4-19 when servic-
ing the reservoir.
3. Distribute the new hydraulic fluid to all parts
of the system by operating all function.
4. Clean and tape the battery cables after remov-
ing and storing the battery.
5. Coat the external ring gear of the swing bearing
with oper gear lubricant.
6. Fill the hydraulic reservoir to the top AFTER
THE MACHINE IS PARKED IN ITS STORAGE SPOT.
7. Coat wire rope with lubricant.
8. Coat exposed cylinder rods with grease.
The
ENGINE
should be prepared as prescribed
on page 7-2, the topic “Engine Storage”.
The TRANSMISSION should be prepared as
prescribed on page 7-4, the topic “Transmis-
sion Storage.”
ENGINE STORAGE
PREPARING ENGINE FOR STORAGE
- When an
engine is to be stored or removed from operation
for a period of time, special precautions should
be taken to protect the interior and exterior of the
engine, transmission, and other parts from rust
accumulation and corrosion. The parts requiring
attention and the recommended preparations are
given below.
It will be necessary to remove all rust or corrosion
completely from any exposed part before applying
a rust preventive compound. Therefore, it is rec-
ommended that the engine be processed for stor-
age as soon as possible after removal from
operation.
7 - 1 Revised: November 2000
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