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GENERAL MAINTAINANCE
Grease the pump twice a day; once at noon when the entire system is hot, and once at shut
down at the end of the day. Use hi-temp grease.
It is highly recommended that the engine oil be changed daily. Because of the heat involved with
this application, oil breaks down much quicker than ordinary engine uses. Frequent oil changes
will significantly prolong the life of the engine. Honda recommends Service Classification SG,
SF/CC, and CD. Temperatures below 50 degrees F. SAE 10W/30 and above 50 degrees F.
SAE 30 is recommended. Using unleaded gasoline will also increase valve life.
TOOL BOX TALK
(LP Gas containers)
With the exception of horizontal LP gas cylinders, all cylinders should be stored and secured in
an upright position to allow safety relief valves to communicate with vapor space.
Have a specific storage space for all empty or full containers. Clearly mark the area with “NO
SMOKING” signs.
At the location of your LP gas container storage station, have a wrench attached to a small chain
so it is available at all times when filling your day units.
Make sure all your LP gas containers have the necessary safety relief valves, to prevent over-
filling and over-pressuring.
When changing the LP gas containers or making hose connections, all connections and hoses
should be checked for leaks and breaks.
When transporting LP gas containers to and from the job sites, make sure they are properly
secured in an upright position on your truck.
The LP gas container valves should be protected against damage by a collar, protective bar or
housing. Keep tar and other foreign materials from accumulating on the valves and containers.
When using upright LP gas containers that are not mounted on a piece of equipment, the
container should be set on a solid base and secured to prevent it from falling over.
The control valves on the LP gas containers should be opened slowly, but completely. Adjust
your flame with the burner valve.
When the burner is to be shut off, close the valve on your LP gas container first and let the
remaining gas burn out of the hose before closing the burner valve. This will relieve pressure in
the hose.
PRACTICE SAFETY FOR A SAFER PAVING INDUSTRY
