3) STORAGE CONDITIONS
- Engines on pallets
After applying the anticorrosion protection, the engine must be placed in a dry, well-ventilated environment and ade-
quately covered. The covering must be applied in such a way that air can circulate around the engine, preventing the
formation of condensation.
- Engines on vehicles
The vehicle must be stored so as to minimise exposure to atmospheric agents
START-UP
- Engines on pallets
Remove the covers and protective elements applied to the engine openings (for instance, air suction ducts or turbo-
charger air inlet, exhaust gas ducts or turbocharger guard).
Check there is no damage to the external engine components; make any necessary repairs.
Clean the throats of the metal belt pulleys, using a suitable solvent. Install the service belts
Check the rubber tubes and manifolds are in good condition, and check the tightening of the relative fixing clips; if
they are damaged, replace them.
All surfaces and components protected with "FL MECAFLUID / P118 V" protective oil can be cleaned with a suitable
solvent.
Check the level of the fluids: engine oil and coolant. Top up if necessary.
- Engines on vehicles
Check there is no damage to the external engine components; make any necessary repairs.
Clean the throats of the metal belt pulleys, using a suitable solvent. Install the service belts.
Check the rubber tubes and manifolds are in good condition, and check the tightening of the relative fixing clips; if
they are damaged, replace them.
Important
Important:
Nothing needs to be done to remove the internal protection (either for engines on pallets or on vehicles).
INSTALLATION DESIGN
In order to ensure the highest performance while pro-
tecting people, the product itself and the environment, a
full project has to be developed before carrying out the
installation.
Important:
The design phase should take into account the te-
chnical data of the engine (see"Technical data") and
all the risks which may occur during its expected
lifetime, from installation to disposal.
During the design and installation phase, it is a good
idea to consult the installation manual drawn up by
VM MOTORI STELLANTIS EUROPE as this contains
the installation guidelines.
English
Further information are available in the website: www.
vmmotori.it, in the "Contacts – Request Info" section.
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MR 500
GB
Ed.4 - 02/2024