Storage
Usage:
If the engine is not started for several weeks, the lubricating oil drains from the cylinder walls and piston rings. This lack of oil permits the piston rings to rust; and causes metal-to-metal contact between the piston rings, the pistons and the cylinder liners when the engine is started. This metal-to-metal contact will result in shorter engine life. To prevent excessive engine wear:
- 1. Be sure all lubrication points mentioned in the LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART are serviced.
- 2. Once a week, start and run the engine until it is thoroughly warm. For unattended automatic start-stop systems, an engine exerciser can be installed for this purpose.
- 3. Check the cooling system for adequate protection against freezing if freezing temperatures can be expected.
If it will be impossible to start the engine every week, see you Caterpillar dealer for instructions to prepare your engine for further storage.
Caterpillar Information System:
D379B, D398B, D399 MARINE ENGINES Emergency Stopping Procedures
D379B, D398B, D399 MARINE ENGINES Operating Engine And Marine Gear
D379B, D398B, D399 MARINE ENGINES Starting The Engine
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D379B, D398B, D399 MARINE ENGINES Marine Engine Emergency Repair Manual
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D379B, D398B, D399 MARINE ENGINES Automatic Start-Stop
D379B, D398B, D399 MARINE ENGINES Emergency Alarms
D379B, D398B, D399 MARINE ENGINES Shutoff Devices
D379B, D398B, D399 MARINE ENGINES Operating Under Abnormal Conditions
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D379B, D398B, D399 MARINE ENGINES Air Induction And Exhaust System
D379B, D398B, D399 MARINE ENGINES Fuel System
D379B, D398B, D399 MARINE ENGINES Cooling System
D379B, D398B, D399 MARINE ENGINES Starting System