Coolant System; Removal From Storage - Clarke C18H Instruction Manual

8. Use a sprayer to apply a mixture of 50 percent
VCI oil and 50 percent crankcase oil into the
exhaust openings. The minimum application
rate for the oil mixture is 5.5 mL per L (3 oz
per 1000 cu in) of engine displacement. Seal
the exhaust pipe and seal any drain holes in the
muffler.
9. Remove the fuel from the secondary fuel filter
housing. Alternately, empty and reinstall the
spin-on fuel filter element in order to remove
any dirt and water. Drain any sleeve metering
fuel pump.
Clean the primary fuel filter. Fill with
calibration fluid or kerosene. Install the
primary fuel filter and operate the priming
pump. This procedure will send clean oil to the
secondary filter and the engine.
10. Remove the fuel nozzles or spark plugs. Apply
30 mL (1 oz) of the mixture of oils (50 percent
VCI oil and 50 percent engine oil) into each
cylinder.
Use a bar or a turning tool in order to turn over
the engine slowly. This procedure puts the oil
on the cylinder walls. Install all fuel nozzles or
spark plugs and tighten to the correct torque.
11. Spray a thin amount of a mixture of 50 percent
VCI oil and 50 percent engine oil onto the
following components: flywheel, ring gear
teeth and starter pinion. Install the covers in
order to prevent evaporation of the vapors
from the VCI oil.
12. Apply a heavy amount of Cat Multipurpose
Grease (MPGM) to all outside parts that move,
such as rod threads, ball joints, linkage.
Note: Install all covers. Ensure that tape has
been installed over all openings, air inlets,
exhaust openings, the flywheel housing, the
crankcase breathers, the dipstick tubes.
Ensure that all covers are airtight and
weatherproof. Use a waterproof weather
resistant tape such as Kendall No. 231 or an
equivalent. Do not use duct tape. Duct tape
will only seal for a short time.
13. Under most conditions, removing the batteries
is the best procedure. As an alternative, place
the batteries in storage. As needed,
periodically charge the batteries while the
batteries are in storage.
If the batteries are not removed, wash the tops
of the batteries until the tops are clean. Apply
an electrical charge to the batteries in order to
obtain a specific gravity of 1.225.
Disconnect the battery terminals. Place a
plastic cover over the batteries.
Note: For additional information, refer to
Special Instruction, SEHS7633, "Battery Test
Procedure".
14. Loosen all belts.
15. Place a waterproof cover over the engine.
Ensure that the engine cover is secure. The
cover should be loose enough to allow air to
circulate around the engine in order to prevent
damage from condensation.
16. Attach a tag with the storage date to the
engine.
17. Remove the waterproof cover at 2 month or 3
month intervals in order to check the engine
for corrosion. If the engine has signs of
corrosion, repeat the protection procedure.

2.2.3 Coolant System

Completely fill the cooling system before storage. (It
is common for Clarke to ship the engine pre-filled with
coolant.)
Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual,
"Fluid Recommendations" (SEBU8598) for more
information about coolants.

2.2.4 Removal from Storage

1. Remove all outside protective covers.
2. Change the oil and filters.
3. Check the condition of the fan and alternator
belts. Replace the belts, if necessary. Refer to
this Operation and Maintenance Manual,
"Belts - Inspect/Adjust/Replace" for the correct
procedure.
4. Replace the fuel filter elements.
5. Remove the plastic covers from the air cleaner
elements.
6. Use a bar or a turning tool in order to turn the
engine in the normal direction of rotation. The
procedure ensures that no hydraulic locks or
resistance exist.
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