User manual M-SQ 8, 10 ENG

4.3.2 Putting out of service

When not using the generating set for a longer period it is recommended to execute an engine preservation procedure.

1 Clean the engine.

2 Loosen the fuel suction pipe and fuel return and put them in a can with preservation diesel fuel. Start the engine and run the engine warm.

3 Drain the hot engine oil and refill with preservation oil.

4 Stop the engine and take loose the inlet of the raw water pump. Drain the water from the water lock.

Crank the engine having the raw water inlet sucking

MAINTENANCE anti freeze from a can until the pump, heat exchanger and manifold are filled.

5 The coolant can stay in the engine

6 Disconnect the battery and store it in a place free of frost and dry and charge it regularly.

7 Close inlet- and outlet openings with tape.

8 Protect the generating set against the influences of bad weather conditions.

This method of preservation will be sufficient for 6 months.

Repeat steps 2, 3, and 4, every 6 months. Change oil before using the engine again.

EN / M-SQ8 & 10 / January 2010

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