Introduction
Safety Precautions
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It has been established that the obligation of compliance with the appropriate regulations covering USTs is the
owners, with the following guidelines in place in reference to LLDs.
EPA regulations require that the LLD be installed and operating, capable of detecting a catastrophic leak and
tested annually in accordance with the manufacturer’s requirements. The manufacturer’s requirements and
procedures for annual testing of V-R LLDs are covered in Option A, Form RJ-21, Option B, Form RJ-20 and this
publication 051-272-1. While some regulatory bodies have, the EPA has not issued guidelines as to when LLDs
are to be replaced based on quantitative performance. They state that annual quantitative performance tests of
LLDs installed in the field are not required by EPA standards. It is suggested you check with state and local
authorities for any requirements that may be different from those of the U.S. EPA.
Based on the above and other pertinent factors, it is our opinion that the UST owner is the best equipped to
assess their situations and therefore to make the decision as to when subject LLD is to be replaced. We do not
consider it prudent as the manufacturer to make that determination.
We do urge that if after evaluating the pumping system the subject LLD is not demonstrating the capability of
reacting to a leak at the rate of or equivalent to 5 gph at 10 psi (19 lph at 69 kPa) or greater, serious assessment
should be made of the entire pumping system and of replacement of the LLD versus continued use.
We nave no control, influence or participation with reference to the design, operation or quality of any
mechanical leak detectors other than those manufactured and marketed by V-R/Red Jacket
petroleum equipment identification. We, therefore, do not advise or condone use of the information,
procedures or equipment covered in this or any other publication issued by V-R for any equipment
other than V-R petroleum equipment.
For additional assistance with regard to the above or any V-R petroleum equipment, contact Technical Support at
1-800-323-1799.
Safety Precautions
The following safety symbols are used throughout this manual to alert you to important safety hazards and
precautions.
EXPLOSIVE
Fuels and their vapors are extremely
explosive if ignited.
FLAMMABLE
Fuels and their vapors are extremely
flammable.
ELECTRICITY
High voltage exists in, and is supplied
to, the device. A potential shock haz-
ard exists.
TURN POWER OFF
Live power to a device creates a
potential shock hazard. Turn Off
power to the device and associated
accessories when servicing the unit.
WARNING
Heed the adjacent instructions to
avoid equipment damage or personal
injury.
READ ALL RELATED MANUALS
Knowledge of all related procedures
before you begin work is important.
Read and understand all manuals
thoroughly. If you do not understand
a procedure, ask someone who does.
WEAR EYE PROTECTION
Wear eye protection when working
with pressurized fuel lines to avoid
possible eye injury.
APPROVED CONTAINERS
Use metal, clearly marked contain-
ers, suitable for collecting and trans-
porting hazardous fuels during
service.
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