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3. Examine the engine for damage or corrosion before lifting. If the engine is damaged or has
corrosion, identify the areas of damage and corrosion. Speak to Lycoming Engines' Service
Department and the freight shipper.
NOTICE: Do not lift, install or store a damaged or corroded engine (prior to receiving instructions
from Lycoming Engines or the freight shipper).
4. If the engine is not damaged and is without corrosion, it can be installed or stored. If the engine
is to be installed within 5 days after uncrating, refer to the section "Step 1. Prepare the Engine" in
the "Requirements for Engine Installation" chapter in this manual. If the engine is to be stored,
refer to the "Engine Preservation and Storage" chapter in this manual.
5. Refer to the section "Lift the Engine" in this chapter and lift the engine.
Engine Preservative Oil Removal
The engine is sent with preservative oil in the cylinders and preservative oil in the crankcase. Refer
to the "Prepare a New, Rebuilt, or Overhauled Engine for Installation" section in the "Requirements
for Engine Installation" chapter in this manual.
Lift the Engine
CAUTION
USE CAUTION AROUND THE ECU, POWER BOX, WIRING HARNESS,
SENSORS, AND ACTUATORS. IF ANY OF THESE ITEMS ARE
DAMAGED, THEY MUST BE REPLACED, (EVEN IF ONLY ONE WIRE
BREAKS ON THE HARNESS) AS PER INSTRUCTIONS IN THE TEO-540-
A1A SERIES ENGINE MAINTENANCE MANUAL.
BEFORE SHIPMENT, THE ENGINE CYLINDERS AND CRANKCASE
HAVE BEEN FILLED WITH PRESERVATIVE OIL. WHEN LIFTING THE
ENGINE, USE CARE TO PREVENT THE PRESERVATIVE OIL FROM
SPLASHING ON OTHER ENGINE PARTS.
NOTICE: The hoist must have a capacity to lift a minimum of 750 lb (340 kg).
1. Connect the hoist and chains to the lifting straps (Figure 3) on the engine and remove any slack
in the chain
Engine Reception and Lift
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Figure 3
Engine Lift
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