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PREPARING THE ENGINE FOR OPERATION AFTER PROTECTIVE TREATMENT
After a period of inactivity and before installing and running the engine, it is necessary to carry out a few measures in order to ensure that it runs at maximum efficiency.
1 -
Remove the protective sheeting.
2 -
Eliminate any blockages in the exhaust and intake ducts.
3 -
Use a cloth soaked in degreasing product to remove the external protective treatment.
4 -
Remove the intake manifold.
5 -
Inject lubrication oil (no more than 2 cm
6 -
Adjust the alternator/fan belt tension.
7 -
Turn the flywheel manually to check the movement of the mechanical parts.
8 -
Refill the tank with fresh fuel.
9 -
Start the engine and run at ¾ of the maximum speed for 5-10 minutes.
10 - Switch off the engine.
11 - Remove the protective oil to replace with engine oil.
12 - Introduce new oil (see "Lubricants") up to the correct level marked on the dipstick.
13 - Replace the filters (air, oil, fuel) with original spare parts.
14 - Empty the cooling circuit completely and pour in the new coolant up to the correct level.
Over time, a number of engine components and lubricants lose their properties, even when the engine is not in use, and so it is important to consider whether
they need replacing, based not only on the mileage, but also on age and wear.
15 - Install the engine and make the necessary connections and unions.
16 - Make sure that electrical contacts are intact and efficient.
17 - Check that the engine oil and coolant are up to level.
18 - Start the engine and keep at minimum speed for a few minutes.
19 - Check for leaks and, if necessary, find and eliminate the cause.
20 - Switch off the engine.
21 - Double check that the engine oil and coolant are up to level.
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