Storage; Storing The Machine; Removing The Machine From Storage - Kubota ZD1600 Series Operator's Manual

STORAGE

STORAGE
WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death:
• Do not clean the machine with the engine
running.
• To avoid the danger of exhaust fume poisoning,
do not operate the engine in a closed building
without proper ventilation.
• When storing, remove the key to avoid
unauthorized persons
machine and getting injured.

STORING THE MACHINE

IMPORTANT :
• When washing the machine, stop the engine.
Allow sufficient time for the engine to cool
before washing.
• Cover the machine after the muffler and the
engine have cooled down.
If you intend to store your machine for an extended
period of time, follow the procedures outlined below.
These procedures will insure that the machine is ready
to operate with minimum preparation when it is
removed from storage,
1. Check for loose bolts and nuts, and tighten if
necessary.
2. Apply grease to machine areas where bare metal
will rust also to pivot areas.
3. Inflate the tires to a pressure a little higher than
usual.
4. Change the engine oil and run the engine to
circulate oil throughout the engine block and
internal moving parts for about 5 minutes.
5. Shut off the fuel valves below the fuel tanks while
storing.
6. With all implements lowered to the ground, coat any
exposed hydraulic cylinder piston rods with grease.
7. Remove the battery from the machine, adjust the
electrolyte to the proper level and store in a dry
place out of direct sunlight.
When disconnecting the cables from the battery,
start with the negative terminal first. When
connecting the cables to the battery, start with the
positive terminal first. (See Storing the battery on
page 95.)
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from operating the
8. Keep the machine in a dry place where the machine
is sheltered from rain. Cover the machine.
9. Store the machine indoors in a dry area that is
protected from sunlight and excessive heat. If the
machine must be stored outdoors, cover it with a
waterproof tarpaulin.
10. Jack the machine up and place blocks under the
front and rear axles so that all 4 tires are off the
ground. Keep the tires out of direct sunlight and
extreme heat.
REMOVING THE MACHINE
FROM STORAGE
1. Check the tire air pressure and inflate the tires if
they are low.
2. Jack the machine up and remove the support
blocks.
3. Install the battery. Before installing the battery,
make sure it is fully charged.
4. Check the fan belt tension.
5. Check all fluid levels (engine oil, transmission/
hydraulic oil, engine coolant and any attached
implements).
6. Check all coolant, hydraulic and fuel hoses for
cracks, hardening, bubbles and leaks.
7. Check all control levers and the brake for proper
function, repair or lubricate as necessary.
8. Start the engine. Observe all gauges. If all gauges
are functioning properly and reading normal, move
the machine outside.
9. Once outside, park the machine securely set the
parking brake, place the control levers in the
"NEUTRAL LOCK" position and let the engine idle
for at least 5 minutes.
STORING THE MACHINE
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