• Ideally, two drums, each with capacity for a week of fuel, should be used. After filling, the oil must rest
for two to three days for the impurities settle to the bottom. Thus, while one rests, the other is being
used. If larger tanks are used, there must be an upper cover (1) for cleaning, at least 40 mm in diameter.
• The point for filling the tank (2) should be easily accessible and at least 65 mm in diameter. If there is a
tube, it should end 15 cm from the bottom and may be equipped with a filter. The end cap should be
the same as that used in vehicle tanks.
• A vent with a minimum diameter of 80 mm and fitted with a protective filter (5) should be installed in
the upper part of the tank.
• The vehicle filling outlet (3) must be installed on the higher side of the drum, 80 mm from the bottom.
• The height must be sufficient to allow the filling to be done by gravity, and it must have a filler cap that
allows access for cleaning.
• The fuel deposited at the bottom is full of impurities and should be drained once a week through the
drain (4) installed at the bottom, before refilling the tank. Do not dispose of this fuel because it can be
used for other purposes, like cleaning of parts, tools etc.
• A graduated dipstick can be adapted on the top cleaning cover (1) to measure the fuel level.
• The tank should be emptied and cleaned once a year.
• To refill the vehicle or transfer diesel fuel to another container, always use a funnel fitted with a fine
screen (80 mesh). Always use completely clean funnels, containers or pump. Never use rags or cloths,
as lint may come loose on parts and come into contact with the fuel.
• Always fill the sprayer at the end of each work day. This will prevent moisture inside the tank(s) from
condensing overnight and transforming into water, contaminating the fuel, which, when it reaches the
pump and the injection nozzles, would cause irreparable damage.
• Clean the area of the filler cap before handling fuel. If you lose the original cap, replace it with an original
one. Tighten it securely.
• Drums should be stored under a protective
cover to prevent the entry of water, and should
have a slight angle to allow water to drain from
the top edge. Fuel drums must not be stored
for long periods of time.
• Drums stored without a cover should have the
plug securely threaded to prevent water from
getting in.
• Under no circumstances should any other type
of fuel be added to diesel oil. This increases the
risk of fire or explosion. In closed containers,
such as the fuel tank, this mixture is more
explosive than pure petrol. The mixture of
diesel with alcohol is not recommended, as it
affects the proper lubrication of the fuel
injection system.
• Build the fuel tank in a location away from
sheds, houses or barns. Keep a clear space
around the reservoir so that in the event of a
fire the fire would not reach materials that
would help to spread the fire.
• Do not smoke or install electrical devices that
produce sparks near the reservoir. Keep the fill
hose under control.
• Never remove the cap or refuel when the
engine is running or hot.
Fig. 3
1. Safety
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ACX2623450
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