Wacker Neuson BS 60-2 Operator's Manual

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Maintenance BS 60-2 / BS 70-236 wc_tx000926gb.fm5.7 Long-Term StorageIntroductionExtended storage of equipment requires preventative maintenance.Performing these steps helps to preserve machine components andensures the machine will be ready for future use. While not all ofthese steps necessarily apply to this machine, the basic proceduresremain the same.WhenPrepare your machine for extended storage if it will not be operatedfor 30 days or more.Preparing for storageFollow the procedures below to prepare your machine for storage.• Complete any needed repairs.• Replenish or change oils (engine, exciter, hydraulic & gear-case)per the intervals specified in the Scheduled Maintenance table.• Grease all fittings and, if applicable, repack bearings.• Inspect engine coolant. Replace coolant if it appears cloudy, ismore than two seasons old, or does not meet the average lowesttemperature for your area.• If your machine has an engine equipped with a fuel valve, startthe engine, close the fuel valve, and run the engine until it stops.• Consult the engine owner’s manual for instructions on preparingthe engine for storage.Stabilizing the fuelAfter completing the procedures listed above, fill the fuel tankcompletely and add a high-quality stabilizer to the fuel.• Choose a stabilizer that includes cleaning agents and additivesdesigned to coat/protect the cylinder walls.• Make sure the stabilizer you use is compatible with the fuel inyour area, fuel type, grade and temperature range. Do not addextra alcohol to fuels which already contain it (for example, E10).• For engines with diesel fuel, use a stabilizer with a biocide torestrict or prevent bacteria and fungus growth.• Add the correct amount of stabilizer per the manufacturer’srecommendations.