9. 



2. In order to avoid lost time and to insure good work when a machine is taken into the 

 field again, the polished working parts, such 

 as moldboards, disks, and cultivator shovels, 

 should be protected from rust. Used engine 

 oil, brushed on, will serve for short periods. 

 For long periods of storage special anti-rust 

 compounds are to be recommended. Anti-rust 

 compounds will not remove rust that has already 

 formed so, in all cases, any rust formation 

 should be completely removed before applica- 

 tion of rust preventatives. These compounds 

 are available in either grease or liquid forms 

 and are marketed by most of the major oil com- 

 panies. 



3. All bearings and fittings should be well lubricated prior to storage in order to 

 prevent rusting while not in use, 



4. Equipment on pneumatic tires should be blocked up to take the weight off the tires. 

 Keep oils and greases from coming in contact with the tires. 



In addition to the above points, if there are machines powered with auxiliary engines, 

 these will warrant some extra attention. The more critical points are enumerated below: 



1. The radiator of liquid cooled engines should be drained and flushed. If radiator 

 cleaner is used be sure to flush all remaining traces from the system. Remove all drain 

 plugs including cylinder block drain to make sure no water remains. After all the water 

 has been drained, replace the plugs to prevent dirt from entering the system and to pre- 

 vent loss of plugs. Tags should be put on the engine to indicate that the system has been 



2. Drain the crankcase while still warm. Replace the oil filter if so equipped. Ref^M 

 the crankcase with fresh oil and run the engine at part throttle for a few minutes to be 

 sure all the internal parts have been well lubricated. 



3. Drain any gear cases on the machine while warm and refill with the proper grade of 

 clean lubricant. Run the machine a few minutes to insure proper lubrication. 



4. Remove engine spark plugs and pour about 1 teaspoon of clean engine oil into each 

 cylinder. Replace the spark plugs. 



5. Drain fuel from lines, tank, and carburetor and leave drains open for a few days to 

 admit air so any remaining fuel will evaporate. After a few days close the drains to 

 prevent dirt from entering the system. 



6. Air cleaners should be thoroughly cleaned and re-oiled. 



7. Storage batteries should be removed, fully charged, and stored in a place where they 

 will not freeze. 



8. Cover or plu^ the end cff the exhaust pipe and the crankcase breather pipe to prevent 

 entrance of dirt and moisture. 



