Perkins 1106C-70TA / 1106D-70TA — Product Storage
Maintenance · Engine storage
For the Perkins 1106C-70TA / 1106D-70TA, from the Perkins owner's manual.
Applies to: Perkins 1106C-70TA, Perkins 1106D-70TA
Before you start
- Do not store an engine that has biodiesel in the fuel system.
Procedure
- Ensure engine is clean and dry.
- If engine operated on biodiesel, drain system and install new filters. Flush fuel tank.
- Fill fuel system with acceptable fuel. Operate engine for 15 minutes to remove all biodiesel.
- Drain any water from primary filter water separator. Ensure fuel tank is full.
- Engine oil need not be drained if correct specification used. Engine can be stored up to 6 months.
- Remove drive belt from engine.
- Sealed coolant system: ensure cooling system filled with Perkins ELC or antifreeze meeting ASTM D6210.
- Open cooling system: open all cooling drain plugs. Drain coolant. Install drain plugs. Place vapor phase inhibitor into system. Seal cooling system.
- Monthly: rotate crankshaft more than 180 degrees. Visually check for damage or corrosion.
- Ensure engine is covered completely before storage. Log procedure in record.
Specs & values
- Storage period up to 6 months
Full service-parts list: Perkins 1106C-70TA →, Perkins 1106D-70TA →
Source: Perkins owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.