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Superabrasive Owner’s manual original language – Lavina
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V25GE 04/2022
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• When storing the vacuum, the filter should be removed and cleaned, and the waste container
should be emptied of debris. Store the vacuum in temperatures between 32°F and 104°F (0°C and
40°C). Cover the vacuum in order to protect it from accumulating debris and/ or environmental
elements.
5.12 PROPANE SAFETY
Propane is a flammable gas whose vapors are heavier than air. As is the case with gasoline, propane
can explode if the proper cautions are not heeded. Propane is odorized with an agent having a
distinct odor that is recognizable at very low concentrations. This helps in identifying leaks, even
when they are small.
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Awareness and basic safety precautions are required when working with propane. As long as these
precautions are followed, risk is negligible. Ignorance, however, could pose needless risk.
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The two greatest hazards with propane powered floor care machines are:
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Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: This is the most frequently reported incident associated with
propane powered floor care machines and is caused by excessive exhaust emissions. The
symptoms are headache, dizziness and nausea. A major cause involves engines with poor
preventive maintenance practices, usually those with dirty air filters and machines operated
in confined areas without adequate ventilation. Another cause may be substandard,
inexpensive machines with no emissions control technology and improperly set carburetion.
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Overfilled Fuel Cylinders: Nearly all fire-related incidents reported result from bringing a
cylinder into a building without first checking for overfill. This action is dangerous, unwise, and
unnecessary.
5.13 FIRE SAFETY
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Be aware of the potential dangers of fire or explosion when using propane, and take normal fire ‐
safety precautions.
Fire: There is a possibility of fire from LPG vapor leaking or venting from fuel cylinders or carburetion
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, Continued equipment.
Explosion: LPG vapor concentrated or confined to a small, restricted space may explode or ignite.
Propane may experience a BLEVE , a boiling liquid expanding vapor explosion.
Emissions: All propane-powered floor care machines produce emissions. Most are harmless, but
some are dangerous and can be fatal. Carbon monoxide (CO) poses the greatest risk, since CO can be
lethal within as little as 30 minutes exposure at a concentration of 3, 000 parts per million (ppm)
concentration.
5.14 LOCAL AGENCIES AND REGULATIONS
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NFPA
Operating a propane powered floor care machine requires compliance with certain safety
regulations. The National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) Standard for Storage and Handling of LP Gas
is the appropriate authority for safe propane use. A copy of this publication is available through the
NPFA in Quincy, MA (1-800-334-3555).
Among its regulations, NFPA #58 requires that all personnel
employed in the handling of propane gas be trained in its proper handling and operating procedures.
It also requires them to carry a written certification from their employer or training supervisor to
attest to such training. Although this is directed mainly to those who fill and transport liquid propane
gas, Onyx Environmental Solutions recommends that operators of propane powered floor care
machines in public places be trained and certified as well.