Operating LPG-Powered Forklifts
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Safety Precautions about Operating LPG-Powered
Forklifts
• LPG is inflammable. A tiny spark can cause a fatal explosion
if it is handled carelessly. It is very crucial that the following
precautions are observed most strictly to avoid hazards.
• All LPG-powered forklifts must be operated and maintained
(including the LPG tank renewal) by designated persons only.
• Never stop or park an LPG-powered forklift near fire.
• Whenever possible, do not stop or park an LPG-powered
forklift in direct sunlight. Covering it with a sheet is highly rec-
ommendable. And make sure the vehicle is well ventilated.
• Do not operate an LPG-powered forklift in the presence of
fire.
• When operating or inspecting an LPG-powered forklift, post a
large “FIRE HAZARD” sign and make sure that persons using
fire do not approach the vehicle.
• Remove the ignition key from an LPG-powered forklift before
parking or storing it so that no unauthorized person can oper-
ate it.
• Use only soap water or neutral detergent to check the vehicle
for gas leaks. Do not use any other fluid.
• If the gas leak inspection must be performed at night with the
help of a flashlight, turn the flashlight on far away from the
vehicle and walk toward it. The flashlight might cause a spark
when it is turned on and cause an accident.
• If a gas leak is detected, immediately put out any fire, venti-
late the area and keep the area in a strictly fire free condition.
Then call a qualified BT dealer or service garage.
• Store LPG tanks in a strictly free area having a gas detector
at all times.
• Have LPG tanks refilled only by an LPG gas filling station
attendant.
• Use LPG of an appropriate chemical composition according
to the climate. In hot climate, use LPG with a relatively high
butane content; in cold climate, use LPG with a relatively high
propane content.
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