Detroit Diesel 60 Series Operator's Manual page 80

Outdoor storage of engine is not
recommended. If units must be kept
out-of-doors, follow the preparation and
storage instructions already given.
Protect units with quality, weather-resis-
tant tarpaulins (or other suitable covers)
arranged to provide for air circulation.
NOTICE:
Do not use plastic sheeting for out-
door storage. Plastic is fine for indoor
storage. When used outdoors, how-
ever, enough moisture can condense
on the inside of the plastic to rust fer-
rous metal surfaces and pit aluminum
surfaces. If a unit is stored outside for
any extended period of time, severe
corrosion damage can result.
The stored engine should be inspect-
ed periodically. If there are any indica-
tions of rust or corrosion, corrective
steps must be taken to prevent damage
to the engine parts. Perform a complete
inspection at the end of one year and
apply additional treatment as required.
Procedure for Restoring to Service
an Engine that Has Been in
Extended Storage
1. Remove the covers and tape from
all of the openings of the engine, fuel
tank and electrical equipment. Do
not overlook the exhaust outlet.
2. Remove the plugs from the inlet and
outlet fuel lines and reconnect the
lines to their proper positions.
3. Wash the exterior of the engine with
fuel oil to remove the rust preventive.
Do not wash electrical compo-
nents.
4. Remove the rust preventive from the
flywheel. Flush any soluble oil rust
inhibitor if used in the cooling sys-
tem (see Note, page 69).
5. Remove the paper strips from
between the pulleys and drive belts.
6. Fill the crankcase to the proper level
with the required grade of lubricating
oil. Use a pressure lubricator to
insure all bearings and rocker shafts
are lubricated.
7. Fill the fuel tank with the required
fuel.
8. Close all drain cocks and fill the
engine cooling system with clean,
soft water and required inhibitors. If
the engine is to be exposed to freez-
ing temperatures, install genuine
Detroit Diesel Power Cool
antifreeze or an equivalent ethylene
glycol-base or propylene glycol-
base antifreeze solution which pro-
vides required freeze, boilover, and
inhibitor protection. Refer to section
How to Select Coolant.
9. Install and connect the battery. Make
sure the average specific gravity of
the battery is 1.260 or higher.
Charge the battery if necessary.
10. Service the air cleaner, if required.
11. Transmission—Follow the manu-
facturer's recommendations cover-
ing the return of the transmission to
service.
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