RIM GP-DEMOUNTABLE 1387580 - Caterpillar

Lubricate all points mentioned in the lubrication chart if the engine is to be stored or left standing for any length of time. This will protect against rusting. Diesel Engine: If the engine is to be stored or left standing for a long period of time, the lubricating oil may drain away from the cylinder walls and piston rings. This lack of lubricant permits the rings and liners to rust. It also permits unnecessary wear caused by metal-to-metal contact between the pistons, rings and liners when the engine is started before fresh oil has reached these surfaces. The lack of lubricant may not cause any noticeable change in engine operation after it has been started but it does contribute to shorter engine life.On the diesel engine the oil film should be renewed by running the engine once a week until it is thoroughly warm. This will circulate the oil and prevent rusting from condensation. Starting Engine: The oil film should be renewed in the starting engine by running the engine once a week until it is thoroughly warm. Fresh Water System: If the temperature will be below freezing the cooling system should be drained if it has not been serviced as instructed in the topic, COOLING SYSTEM. Raw Water System: The raw water system should be completely drained at the low points. Refer to the topic, COOLING SYSTEM. Battery: Periods of two weeks or more when the engine is not operated necessitates provisions being made to keep the battery charged. This may be done by running the engine once a week or taking the battery to your Caterpillar dealer for charging.When replacing a battery that has been removed, make certain that correct battery post is connected to the ground cable. Failure to connect the battery terminal to the correct post will damage the generator regulator. See the topic, WIRING DIAGRAMS.