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Chapter 9 LONG-TERM STORAGE
Using the Engine After Storage
1.
Remove the cover from the engine.
2.
Connect a fully charged battery.
3.
Remove the cover from the starter and alternator.
4.
Adjust the belt tension.
Note: Refer to
"Belt and Belt Tension - Inspect and Adjust" (8-2)
for belt tension adjustment.
5.
Remove sealing tapes from the openings of the engine.
6.
Connect pipes.
7.
Fill the fuel tank with fuel, and bleed air from the fuel system.
Note: For bleeding fuel system, refer to
"Fuel System - Bleed Air" (3-2)
.
8.
Check the engine oil and coolant level.
9.
Inspect the whole engine.
10.
Remove the rocker covers, and lubricate the valve mechanisms.
11.
While pulling the manual stop lever, crank the engine for approx 10 seconds using the starter. Stop the operation
for approx 1 minute, then, repeat the operation two or three times.
12.
After starting up the engine, make sure the engine oil pressure rises.
13.
Conduct a warm-up operation for a sufficient duration to fit each part.
Note: For starting the engine, refer to
"Start" (3-12)
.
14.
Apply load and increase the engine speed to the rated speed.
Storing the Engine in an Operable Condition for 3
Months or More
When the engine is not operated during storage of 3 months or more, internal engine parts can rust and lose oil film.
As a result, the engine can seize when it is started after storage. To prevent such a risk, the engine must be oper-
ated periodically during storage.
Operating the Engine for Maintenance
Operate the engine for maintenance at least once a month as described below.
1.
While pulling the manual stop lever, crank the engine for approx 10 seconds using the starter. Stop the operation
for approx 1 minute, then, repeat the operation two or three times.
2.
After starting up the engine, make sure the engine oil pressure rises.
3.
Operate the engine about 5 to 10 minutes under no load as the maintenance operation.
Note: For starting the engine, refer to
"Start" (3-12)
.
