Maintenance When The Engine Is Left Idle; Washing The Engine - VM Motori D703E2 Manual De Instrucciones

MAINTENANCE WHEN THE ENGINE IS LEFT IDLE

If the vehicle/equipment to which the
engine is fitted remains inactive, certain
maintenance operations must be carried
out to ensure the engine remains in full
working order.
If the engine is not used for short periods
of time, carry out the following interven-
tions:
1- Make sure the electric contacts are
working properly and, if necessary, protect
them with an anti-oxidant spray.
– Check the charge of the battery and the
liquid level.
– If necessary, carry out the scheduled
maintenance work (See "Engine mainte-
nance").

WASHING THE ENGINE

To avoid irreversible damage to the
electric and electronic components of the
engine, do not point jets of high pressure
water or jets of steam at these compo-
nents.
Pay particular attention to the joins of
the cables, the electric connectors, the
alternator and the starter motor, protecting
them adequately if necessary.
English
D700-750E2_E3
It is advisable to start the engine
bringing it to the operating temperatu-
re (70÷80°C) at least once per month.
The engine must be started once per
month if it is installed for emergency
purposes.
If the engine needs to be used in emer-
gency conditions, refer to the specific
regulations concerning compulsory
start-up: if there are no specific regu-
lations, you are advised to start up the
engine once a month.
If the engine is left idle for prolonged
periods, carry out the engine protecti-
ve treatment to guarantee its efficiency
for 6 months and to avoid continuous
control and maintenance interventions.
If the engine is not used for a further
period of time, check the need to re-
peat the protective treatment for other
6 months. (Vedi "Engine storage").
Before washing the engine, adequately
protect the fuel supply pump so as not to
damage it with water infiltrations.
When you have finished washing, start
the engine and leave it running for a few
minutes so that it gets completely dry.
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