Combilift Ltd.
C4000-C5000XL O&S Manual
3-8
C4000-OM-EN-08
3.7: Fuel Handling & Storage
3.7.1 General
The facilities for storing and handling liquid fuels of all kinds MUST
be strictly in accordance with all current regulations.
WARNING
Adequate fire fighting equipment must be readily available in the refuelling
area at all times.
SAFETY RULES
No smoking, naked lights or other sources of ignition should be permitted in
the vicinity of the refuelling area and signs to this effect should be clearly
posted and free from obstructions at all times. Litter and other readily ignitable
materials should not be permitted to accumulate or be stored in the area.
3.7.2 Refuelling - Diesel
Trained and authorised personnel should carry out refuelling at
designated points only.
Before refuelling the truck, switch off the engine, apply brakes and
vacate truck.
If a pump appliance is not available, fuel MUST be stored and
transported in clean, uncontaminated and approved containers.
Containers MUST comply with current regulations and be clearly
labelled.
When refuelling the truck, always ensure that the hose nozzle or the
can pourer is making good electrical contact with the tank filler tube
to prevent the accumulation of a hazardous charge of static
electricity. Exercise adequate care to prevent fuel spillage or over-
filling.
After refuelling the truck, replace the tank filler cap and ensure that it
is securely fitted and leak free. Clean up any spillage using non-
combustible absorbent material before restarting the engine.
3.7.3 Refuelling - L.P. Gas
Trained and authorised personnel should carry out recharging and
changing L.P. Gas containers at designated points only.
LP Gas trucks should not be refuelled or stored near underground
entrances, lift shafts or any other place where leakage could collect
in a potentially dangerous gas pocket.
Note
Where Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF) are fitted Diesel Fuels with a maximum
sulphur content of 15ppm (parts per million) MUST be used.
Diesel Fuels specified to EN 590 or ASTM D975 S15 are Strongly Recommended.
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