Chapter 7 LONG-TERM STORAGE
7-2
Storing Engine in Operable Con-
dition for More Than 3 Months
When the engine is not operated during storage of
more than three months, internal engine parts can
rust and lose oil film. As a result, the engine can
seize when it is started after storage. To prevent
this, the engine must be operated periodically for
maintenance purposes during storage.
Operating Engine for Maintenance Pur-
poses
Operate the engine for maintenance purposes at
least once a month by following the directions
below.
1 With no fuel supplied to the engine (press the
engine stop button to shut off fuel injection),
operate the air starters three times for 10 sec-
onds at intervals of about 1 minute and check
the engine oil pressure gage to make sure the
oil pressure increases.
2 After the engine starts, operate under no load
for 5 to 10 minutes.
Note: Regarding operation of the engine, refer to
"Preparations for Operation (Pre-Start Inspec-
tion)" (3-8).
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