American-Lincoln
1-27
3366XP
USE & CARE OF LP TANKS
If an LP tank is damaged or leaking, it should be removed to a designated safe area and the proper personnel
should be notified. Do not attempt to make repairs to the cylinder, regardless of conditions. Repairs must be
made by qualified personnel.
The care an LP tank receives has a direct bearing on how long that tank can be used safely. LP tanks must
not be dropped, dragged, or slid across any surface. To move LP tanks, use a hand truck, or roll the LP tank
on its foot ring while it is being held in a position slightly off the vertical.
CHANGING MACHINE LP TANKS
Refueling machines with LP tanks is an important function. Refueling is accomplished by replacing the
empty LP tank with a full one.
The tank changing operation presents an opportunity for the machine operator to observe, carefully, the tank,
tank fittings, and the fuel lines and the fittings for his own satisfaction. If abnormal wear is detected, the
operator should report his findings to his supervisor for appropriate action.
To begin the tank changing operation, park the machine in a designated safe area and stop the machine.
Next, close the tank valve, then remove the quick-disconnect coupling from the tank valve. Observe the
machine fuel lines and the quick-disconnect for damage or abnormal wear.
Remove the empty tank from the holding device and observe the tank and tank fittings for damage or abnor-
mal wear. Handle the tank carefully; it must not be dropped or mishandled.
Store the LP tank in a designated safe area. Select a filled LP tank and observe it for damage or leaks.
Carefully install the filled tank in the machine so that the tank centering pin enters the aligning hole in the
tank collar. This assures that the tank is positioned properly, so that the safety relief valve, liquid level gauge,
and service valves will operate properly. Fasten the tank retaining bracket so that the tank is locked into
position. Reconnect the fuel line to the tank servicing coupling. Open the service valve slowly and check for
leaks. If a leak is found, close the valve immediately and notify the appropriate personnel. If no leaks are
found, the engine is ready to start. Do not start the engine unless the operator is in the operator’s position,
with the directional control pedal in the neutral position.
STORAGE OF LP FUEL TANK
Whether the storage is inside or outside, it should not be in the vicinity of combustible materials or high
temperature sources such as ovens or furnaces, since the heat may raise the pressure of the fuel to a point
where the safety relief valves would function. Care should be taken to insure that the cylinders are stored in
such a manner that if the safety relief valves do function, they will relieve vapor, rather than liquid.
Valves on empty tanks must be closed during storage and transportation.
Similar precautions should be taken in storing machines fitted with LP fuel tanks. They may be stored or
serviced inside buildings, provided there are no leaks in the fuel system, and the tanks are not overfilled.
While machines are being repaired inside a building, the shut-off valve on the tanks must be closed, except
when the engine must be operated.
LP POWERED MACHINES
