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February 2007
Part No. 891817 Rev A
4. OPERATION
4.1.
Safety Items You Should Know
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Know how to turn OFF power to the pump in an emergency.
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Use the pump for appropriate applications. Use only low viscosity petroleum fuels –
diesel, including biodiesel blends up to 20%; kerosene; and gasoline with up to 15%
ethanol. Do not use the pump for pumping water or water-based liquids. Do not use the
pump for dispensing fuel into aircraft.
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Make sure the dispenser is equipped with the proper accessories for the application and
the product dispensed.
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Inspect regularly, all external fuel carrying components such as, hoses, nozzles,
breakaways, etc., for damage or leaks.
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Inspect regularly, the pump housing parts for damage or leaks.
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Have all leaks or defects repaired immediately.
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If a pressure regulator valve is used, test the shear section of the valve, by opening and
closing several times, at least once per year.
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Care should be taken to prevent fuel spillage. If spillage occurs, clean-up immediately.
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Use of automatic safety nozzles prevents overfilling fuel tanks and avoids spilling fuel.
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Avoid tipping the nozzle downward spilling excess fuel.
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Sufficient lighting must be provided to allow safe use of the pump.
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Stow hoses to prevent tripping.
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Know the Hazardous Zone area around the pump.
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Do not operate the pump in the presence of any source of ignition including lighted
cigarettes, electrical equipment, and running/hot engines.
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Always keep an operating nozzle attended and do not re-enter the vehicle after beginning
the fueling sequence. Static buildup can be created from sliding in and out of the vehicle
seat. Static discharge by subsequently touching an operating nozzle can create a
hazardous situation.
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Portable tanks (containers) of 12 gallons (45 liters) or less shall not be filled while they
are in or on a motor vehicle. See Warning information about this subject on the following
pages.
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Wear safety goggles and protective clothes when dispensing any liquid that may be
potentially harmful or hazardous. Change saturated clothing and wash skin promptly with
soap and water.
