Operation Section
46
Refueling
Only trained, authorized personnel should fill or
exchange LP-Gas tanks.
Personnel engaged in filling of LP-Gas containers
should wear protective clothing such as face
shield, long sleeves and gauntlet gloves.
Do not refuel or store LP-Gas powered lift trucks
near any underground entrance, elevator shafts
or any other place where LP-Gas could collect
in a pocket causing a potentially dangerous
condition.
Examine all LP-Gas containers before filling
and again before reuse, for damage to various
valves, liquid gauge, fittings and hand valve
wheels.
All defective or damaged LP-Gas containers must
be removed from service.
Explosive fumes may be present during refueling.
Do not smoke in refueling areas.
Lift truck should be refueled only at designated
safe locations. Safe outdoor locations are preferable
to indoor locations.
Stop the engine and get off the lift truck during
refueling.
The careless handling of LP-Gas containers can
result in a serious accident.
Use extreme care when transporting containers
to prevent damage to them.
Changing LP-Gas Tanks
1.
Park the lift truck on level ground, with the
parking brake applied, the transmission in
NEUTRAL, the forks lowered and the engine
running at low idle.
2.
Close the fuel shutoff valve at the LP-Gas tank.
Run the engine until it stops, then turn off the
ignition switch.
3.
Disconnect the fuel supply line.
4.
Loosen the retaining clamps and remove the
tank.
5.
Check the mounting to be sure the locating pin
(dowel) is not missing or broken.
NOTICE
If the locating pin (dowel) is missing or broken,
be sure the pin is replaced.
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