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If the engine is to remain idle for an extended
period of time, it is necessary to take protec-
tive measures to prevent the formation of
corrosion. The preservative measures de-
scribed here will protect the engine for up to
approx. 6 months. The procedure will have to
be reversed before the engine is
recommissioned
● Anti-corrosion oils to specification:
- MIL-L 21260B
- TL 9150-037/2
- Nato Code C 640 / 642
● Recommended cleaning agent to remove
preservatives:
- Petroleum benzine (hazardous materials
class A3)
Engine Preservation 8.1 Preservation
● Remove anti-corrosion agent from grooves
in V-belt pulleys.
● Install V-belt, retension after brief opera-
tion if necessary (see 6.5).
● Remove covers from intake port and ex-
haust ports.
● Commission engine.
8.1 Preservation
8.1.1 Preserve engine 8.1.2 Remove engine
preservation
● Clean engine (with cold cleansing agent if
preferred) using high pressure equipment
(see 6.8.1).
● Run engine until warm, then turn off.
● Drain engine oil, (see 6.1.2), and fill with
anti-corrosion oil.
● If necessary, clean oil bath cleaner (see
6.4.3), and fill with anti-corrosion oil.
● Drain fuel tank.
● Make up a mixture of 90 % diesel fuel and
10 % anti-corrosion oil, and refill fuel tank.
● Allow the engine to run for approx. 10 mins.
● Switch off the engine.
● Turn engine over manually several times to
preserve the cylinders and combustion
chamber.
When turning over with starter, set shut-
off lever to stop position.
● Remove V-belts and store wrapped, dry
and recumbent.
● Spray grooves on V-belt pulleys with anti-
corrosion spray.
● Close off intake ports and exhaust ports,
possibly with plugs.
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