Machine Preparation
Section
2-2 LX 31/41 Work Platform
2.5
2.4 Preparation for Shipment
1. Grease all the grease fittings (see Section 4.4).
2. Fully lower the platform.
3. Disconnect the battery negative (-) lead from the
battery terminal (Figure 2-1).
4. Band the controller to the front guardrail.
5. Band the elevating linkage to the frame.
2.5 Storage
No preparation for storage is required when the work
platform is in normal usage. Regular maintenance
procedures should continue to be performed (see Figure
4-1 and Table 4-1).
If the work platform is to be placed in long term storage
(dead storage), follow the recommended preservation
procedures, below.
PRESERVATION
1. Clean painted surfaces. If the paint is damaged,
repaint.
2. Fill the hydraulic tank to operating level, fluid will
be visible at the Sight Gauge. DO NOT fill the
hydraulic tank while the platform is elevated.
NOTE: DO NOT drain the hydraulic system prior to
long term storage.
3. Coat exposed portions of extended cylinder rods
with a preservative such as multipurpose grease and
wrap with barrier material.
4. Coat all exposed unpainted metal surfaces with
preservative.
5. Service the engine according to the manufacturers
recommendations.
BATTERY
1. Disconnect the battery negative (-) cable and
secure to the chassis.
2. Disconnect the remaining battery leads and secure
to the chassis.
3. Remove the battery and place in alternate service.