INSTRUCTION MANUAL - Alessandri srl

66 ––––– 4. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS4.7 Taking Care during Long-term StorageWhen the engine is to be stored for a long time (3 months or more), take the following care for the next use.4.7.1 Inspection and maintenance during long-term storage(1) Periodic checkIf the next periodic check is drawing near, carry out the inspection before storage.(2) Cooling waterBe sure to be clean soft water added Long Life Coolant Antifreeze (LLC) in the cooling water system and donot drain the cooling water added LLC before long-term storage.If drain the cooling water, it will cause to built up rust due to the residual water in the cooling water system.(3) Exterior cleaning, fuel oil draining and greasing• Clean the outside of the engine wiping off any dust or oil.• To prevent condensation of moisture inside the fuel tank, either drain off the fuel oil or fill the tank with fuel oil.• Grease the exposed area and joints of the accelerator system.(4) Water - and dust - proofing• Protect the air cleaner, silencer and electrical parts (alternator, starter motor, switches) from water and dustwith airtight plastic covers.• Store the engine at a well ventilated place not subject to high moisture or dust.(5) To prevent the battery self-discharging• Disconnect the negative terminal (-) of the battery during storage.• To refill self-discharge from the battery, charge the battery at least once a month during storage.