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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' Product
Support 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. 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
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.
CAUTION
MAKE SURE THE AREA IS CLEAR WHEN LIFTING THE ENGINE. DO
NOT LIFT FROM THE FRONT, REAR, SIDES OR BOTTOM OF THE
ENGINE. DO NOT LET THE ENGINE HIT ANY OBJECTS TO PREVENT
DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE OR ITS COMPONENTS.
2. Remove the bolts that attach the shipping brackets to the front and rear of the engine.
3. Lift the engine slowly and vertically.
4. When the engine has preservative oil, complete the preservative oil removal procedure now
while the engine is lifted. Refer to the section "Prepare a New, Rebuilt, or Overhauled Engine for
Installation" section or "Prepare a Stored Engine for Installation" in the "Requirements for
Engine Installation" chapter in this manual.
Engine Reception and Lift
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IO-390-D Series Engine Installation and Operation Manual
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Engine Lift
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