April 2019
First Edition - Fourth Printing
Part No.
57.0009.0729
GTH-4014 AU, GTH-4018 AU
61
Parking and Storage
Short inactivity
Always park the machine in a safe way after a working
day, a shift and at night.
Take all precautions to prevent injury to those persons
who will approach the machine while stationary:
• Park the machine so that it does not hinder other
operations.
• Retract and lower the boom to the ground.
• Disengage the transmission and set the parking
brake.
• Remove the key from the ignition switch and lock
the cab door.
Leaving a battery connected can result in
shorts and, as a consequence, in a fire.
Disconnect the battery by turning the cut-out switch
(placed inside the engine housing) to OFF position
(see Inspection for Decals section).
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Never leave the telehandler unattended with
the boom elevated and extended, even if it is
unloaded.
Machine storage
In case of extended inactivity of the machine, follow
the above precautions. Additionally:
• Wash the machine thoroughly. For better
cleaning, remove grills and protection casings.
• Carefully dry all machine parts by blowing with
compressed air.
• Lubricate the machine thoroughly.
• Do a walk-around inspection and replace any
worn or damaged part.
• Re-paint any worn or damaged part.
• Remove the battery, smear its terminals with
vaseline and store it in a dry place. Battery can be
used for other purposes. Otherwise, periodically
check its charge level.
• Refuel the tank to prevent internal oxidation.
• Store the machine in a sheltered and well-
ventilated place.
• Start the engine for about 10 minutes at least
once a month.
• When weather is particularly cold, empty the
radiator.
Always remember that routine maintenance must
be carried out even during machine inactivity.
Pay particular attention to the fluid levels and to
those parts subject to ageing. Before re-starting
the machine, carry out pre-operation inspection
and carefully check all mechanical, hydraulic and
electrical components.
