ARMY TM 9-6115-639-13
AIR FORCE TO 35C2-3-386-51
MARINE CORPS TM 10155A-13/1
Section VII. PREPARATION FOR SHIPMENT AND STORAGE
4-55. GENERAL.
This section provides instructions for short term and intermediate storage or shipment of the generator set.
4-56. ADMINISTRATIVE STORAGE.
Administrative storage shall be in accordance with AR 750-1.
4-57. SHORT TERM STORAGE (30 days or less).
a. Check engine oil level and service as required.
b. Conduct a general inspection of the unit to ensure all components are present and securely fastened.
Close all doors and lids and lock in position.
c. Stow the generator set on a level surface in an area protected from the elements. Cover as required
depending upon weather conditions.
4-58. INTERMEDIATE TERM STORAGE (more than 30 days).
a. Start the generator set and operate for 10 minutes at full speed to bring engine to normal operating
temperature. Shutdown the generator set.
b. Drain the engine oil. Fill crankcase to proper level with preservative oil, MIL-L-21260 (Item 17,
Appendix E).
c. Close air intake and exhaust openings with moisture proof tape, PPP-T-60 (Item 18, Appendix E).
d. Stow the generator set on a level surface in an area protected from the elements. Cover as required
depending upon weather conditions.
e. Before returning generator set to service, drain preservative oil and service the engine.
4-59. SHIPMENT.
a. Close air intake and exhaust openings with moisture proof tape, PPP-T-60 (Item 18, Appendix E).
b. Attach to the generator set all forms, tags, and records applicable to the unit.
c. Load the generator set onto carrier and attach shipping tiedowns.
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