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TM 10-3930-660-24-1
PREPARATION FOR LONG-TERM STORAGE
INTRODUCTION
1.
Perform the Operator Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) contained in TM 10-3930-660-10.
2.
Perform the Field Maintenance Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) contained in WP 0012 00.
3.
Perform the lubrication as described in TM 10-3930-660-10.
4.
Thoroughly clean the vehicle. Use touch-up paint where necessary to prevent rust.
5.
Coat all exposed areas of the cylinder rods with grease to protect polished surfaces.
NOTE
If the vehicle has accumulated very low miles since the last scheduled lubrication service, do not drain and
refill the transmission or axles (skip step 6).
6.
Drain and refill the transmission and axles with new oil.
7.
Schedule the next Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) on DD Form 314.
8.
Store the vehicle indoors in a dry, protected area with the boom lowered and retracted and with the forks resting on the
ground. Cycle controls after engine shutdown to relieve any pressure in the hydraulic circuits.
9.
Completely drain the crankcase and refill with recommended oil.
10.
Completely drain the fuel tank. Mix a solution of diesel fuel and flushing oil per instructions supplied with the flushing
oil. Pour the solution into the fuel tank. Run the engine for at least 10 minutes on this solution.
11.
Before stopping the engine, treat upper cylinders by spraying recommended engine oil into the air intake for about two
minutes. Then open the throttle momentarily, shut the engine off and continue spraying oil into the air intake as the
engine comes to a stop.
12.
Use an accurate hydrometer to check engine coolant. Make sure the coolant has the proper mixture for expected temper-
atures. Refer to Table 2-1 in WP 0204 00.
13.
Seal all openings in the engine including the air intake, exhaust outlet and crankcase breather tube.
14.
Lift the fan belt tensioner and remove the engine drive belt from around the alternator pulley.
15.
Remove and thoroughly clean the batteries and ensure that they are fully charged. Store the batteries in a cool, dry place
at above freezing temperatures. Periodically charge the batteries during storage.
16.
Completely drain the fuel tank.
17.
Ensure that all cab windows and doors are closed and latched.
18.
Ensure that the engine access doors are closed and latched.
19.
Ensure that the cab skylight guard is positioned over the cab skylight and latched.
20.
Place blocking under the axles to remove weight from the tires.
21.
Fill in DD Form 1397 completely and attach to a conspicuous part of the vehicle.
END OF WORK PACKAGE
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