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INFORMATION ABOUT MAINTENANCE
5.10 Product preservation
Important
• If the engines are not to be used for 6 months, they must be protected by carrying out the operations
described in Engine storage (up to 6 months)
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If the engine is still not in use after the first 6 months, it is necessary to carry out a further operation to extend
the protection period (more than 6 months)
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If the engine is not to be used for an extended period, the protective treatment procedure must be repeated
within 24 months of the previous one.
5.11 Engine storage up to 6 months
Before storing the engine check that:
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The environments are not humid or exposed to bad weather. Cover the engine with a proper protective
sheet against dampness and atmospheric contaminants.
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The place is not near electric panel.
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Avoid storing the engine in direct contact with the ground.
5.12 Engine storage over 6 months
Follow the steps described in
1. Engine oil replacement
2. Refuel with fuel additives for long storage.
3. With expansion tank:
make sure that the coolant is up to the maximum level.
4. Without expansion tank:
Top liquid up until the pipes inside the radiator are covered by about 5 mm.
Do not overfill the radiator, but leave room for the fuel to expand.
5. Start the engine and keep it idle at minimum speed for 2 minutes.
6. Bring the engine to 3/4 of the maximum speed for 5÷10 minutes.
7. Turn off the engine.
8. Completely empty the fuel tank.
9. Spray SAE 10W-40 on the exhaust and intake manifolds.
10. Seal the exhaust and intake ducts to prevent foreign bodies from entering.
11. When cleaning the engine, if using a pressure washer or steam cleaning device, avoid directing the nozzle on
electrical components, cable connections and sealed rings (oil seals etc).
If cleaning engine with a pressure washer or steam cleaner, it is important to maintain a minimum distance of
at least 200mm between the surface to be washed and the nozzle - avoiding absolutely electrical
components such as alternators, starter motors and engine control units (ECU).
12. Treat non-painted parts with protective products.
If the engine protection is performed according to the suggestions indicated no corrosion damage should occur.
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