Transporting The MachinePARKING AND STORAGEShort inactivityAlways park the machine in a safe way after a workingday, a shift and at night.Take all precautions to prevent damage to thosepersons who will approach the machine whilestationary:• Park the machine so that it does not hinder otheroperations. Lower the boom fitted with attachment on theground. Disengage the transmission and put the parkingbrake. Remove the key from the ignition switch and lockthe cab door.CAU T I ONLeaving a battery connected can result in shortsand, as a consequence, in a fire.Machine storageIn case of extended inactivity of the machine, followthe above precautions. Additionally: Wash the machine thoroughly. For a bettercleaning, remove grills and protection casings. Carefully dry all machine parts by blowing somecompressed air. Lubricate the machine thoroughly. Do a walk-around inspection and replace anyworn or damaged part. Re-paint any worn or damaged part. Remove the battery, smear its terminals withvaseline and store it in a dry place. Battery can beused for other purposes. Otherwise, periodicallycheck its charge level. Refuel the tank to prevent internal oxidation. Store the machine in a sheltered and well-ventilated place. Start the engine for about 10 minutes at leastonce a month. When weather is particularly cold, empty theradiator.NOTICEAlways remember that the ordinary maintenancemust be carried out even during the machineinactivity. Pay particular attention to the fluidlevels and to those parts subject to ageing. Beforere-starting the machine, carry out an extraordinarymaintenance and carefully check all mechanical,hydraulic and electrical components.Part No. 57.0009.0454 GTH-4013EX - GTH-4514EX - GTH-4017EX 63Operator’s ManualSecond Edition - Second PrintingCourtesy of Crane.Market