Operation Section
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Changing LP - Gas Tanks
WARNING
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.
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 shut off valve at the LP - Gas
tank. Run the engine until it stops, then turn off
the ignition switch and the disconnect switch (if
equipped).
3.
Disconnect the fuel supply line.
If Swing out type LP-Cradle Equipped
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.