Operations Manual United Kingdom 1-October-2013
TA9 & 10 Tier 4 Page 12 - 1
Storage, Decomissioning & Disposal
12 Storage, Decomissioning and Disposal
12.1 Long Term Storage
The machine must be stored in a dry environment protected from the elements and on a hard
standing. Any contaminated Water / Fluids / Oils removed from the machine must be disposed
of legally. Reference must be made to the engine manufacturers manual for specific instructions.
12.2 Decomissioning
Before placing the machine into storage:-
• Thoroughly wash down the exterior of the machine and remove any build up of dirt etc.
• Repair all damaged paint work o prevent further corrosion.
• Grease all greasing points.
• Start and warm up the engine. Drain the engine oil and refill with clean fresh oil. Refer to the
engine manufacturers handbook for further information on prolonged engine storage with
regards to anti corrosion oils and fluids.
• Check hydraulic oil level and top up as required.
• Drain and refill cooling system with water/antifreeze mixture of the correct ratio.
• Fill the diesel tank to prevent corrosion of the tank walls.
• Store the machine on solid level ground which is not liable to flooding, standing water or
airborne contamination.
• Chock the wheels securely to prevent the dumper moving.
• Smear exposed metal parts with grease.
• Remove the battery, store in a safe place and keep fully charged.
• Seal off the air intake opening on the air cleaner and the exhaust opening.
• Leave the parking brake in the OFF position.
12.3 Recomissioning
Before putting the machine back into use the following operations must be carried out:-
• Clean grease or other protective film from piston rods and other exposed metal parts.
• Remove seals or covers from the air cleaner inlet and exhaust pipe.
• Check the condition of the air filter elements and replace if necessary.
• Thoroughly clean the machine.
• Make sure the battery has remained fully charged and re-connect to the machine.
• Carry out all measures for putting the engine back into use described in the engine
manufacturers manual.
• Check all other fluid levels.
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