If The Lift Truck Is Not To Be Used For A Long Time; Introduction; Preparing The Lift Truck; Protecting The I.c. Engine - Manitou E-E3 Series Operator's Manual

IF THE LIFT TRUCK IS NOT TO BE USED FOR A LONG TIME

INTRODUCTION

The following recommendations are intended to prevent the lift truck from being damaged when it is withdrawn from service for an
extended period.
For these operations, we recommend the use of a MANITOU protective product, reference 603726.
Instructions for using the product are given on the packaging.
Procedures to follow if the lift truck is not to be used for a long time and for starting it up again afterwards must be performed by your dealership.

PREPARING THE LIFT TRUCK

- Clean the lift truck thoroughly.
- Check and repair any leakage of fuel, oil, water or air.
- Replace or repair any worn or damaged parts.
- Wash the painted surfaces of the lift truck in clear and cold water and wipe them.
- Touch up the paintwork if necessary.
- Shut down the lift truck (see: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS UNLADEN AND LADEN).
- Make sure the jib cylinder rods are all in retracted position.
- Release the pressure in the hydraulic circuits.

PROTECTING THE I.C. ENGINE

- Fill the tank with fuel (see: 3 - MAINTENANCE: A - DAILY OR EVERY 10 HOURS SERVICE).
- Empty and replace the cooling liquid (see: 3 - MAINTENANCE: F - EVERY 2000 HOURS SERVICE).
- Leave the I.C. engine running at idling speed for a few minutes, then switch off.
- Replace the I.C. engine oil and oil filter (see: 3 - MAINTENANCE: D - EVERY 500 HOURS SERVICE).
- Add the protective product to the engine oil.
- Run the I.C. engine for a short time so that the oil and cooling liquid circulate inside.
- Disconnect the battery and store it in a safe place away from the cold, after charging it to a maximum.
- Remove the injectors and spray the protective product into each cylinder for two seconds with the piston in low neutral position.
- Turn the crankshaft once slowly and refit the injectors (see I.C. engine REPAIR MANUAL).
- Remove the intake hose from the manifold or turbocharger and spray the protective product into the manifold or turbocharger.
- Cap the intake manifold or turbocharger hole with waterproof adhesive tape.
- Remove the exhaust pipe and spray the protective product into the exhaust manifold or turbocharger.
- Refit the exhaust pipe and block the outlet with waterproof adhesive tape.
NOTE: The spray time is noted on the product packaging and must be increased by 50 % for turbo engines.
- Open the filler plug, spray the protective product around the rocker arm shaft and refit the filler plug.
- Cap the fuel tank using waterproof adhesive tape.
- Remove the drive belts and store them in a safe place.
- Disconnect the engine cut-off solenoid on the injection pump and carefully insulate the connection.

PROTECTING THE LIFT TRUCK

- Set the lift truck on axle stands so that the tyres are not in contact with the ground and release the handbrake.
- Protect cylinder rods which will not be retracted, from corrosion.
- Wrap the tyres.
NOTE: If the lift truck is to be stored outdoors, cover it with a waterproof tarpaulin.
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