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Keep Your Machines Up And Running In Cold Weather

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Cold weather can be hard on machines. Here are important tips to keep your machines running in great condition during cold weather.

Cold Weather Recommendations:

Always maintain your machine per the Operation and Maintenance Manual during cold weather
To better prepare your machines for cold weather, try the following:
1. Use block heaters
2. Use enclosed storage facilities when machines are not in use
Be sure to install the correct lubricants
Provide the correct cooling system protection for the conditions you will be working in
Inspect all rubber parts weekly
Keep all batteries fully charged
Always fill the fuel tank at the end of the shift
Check the air filters on a regular basis when snow is present
Before your shift, run the engine until it reaches operating temperatures
Never remove the air cleaner element when snow packing occurs
If your machine is shut down for more then 16 hours, the engine will cool to the external temperature

Do you have tips for keeping machines running at peak performance during cold weather? Please share your comments below.

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12. - Employ the use of industrial generators for back up and emergency situations. Maybe this is a given.

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