Operation Section
94
Changing LP Tanks
WARNING
Only trained, authorized personnel should fill or
exchange LP tanks.
Personnel engaged in filling of LP containers
should wear protective clothing such as face
shield, long sleeves and gauntlet gloves. Do not
refuel or store LP powered lift trucks near any
underground entrance, elevator shafts or any
other place where LP could collect in a pocket
causing a potentially dangerous condition.
Examine all LP containers before filling and
again before reuse, for damage to various valves,
liquid gauge, fittings and hand valve wheels.
All defective or damaged LP 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 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 inlet valve at the LP - Gas tank.
Run the engine until it stops, then turn off the
ignition switch and the electrical disconnect
switch (if equipped).
3. Disconnect the fuel supply line.
4. Grasp the tank support bar (1). Pull and release
the latch switch (2).
5. Grasp the tank support bar (1) and rotate cradle
slowly to the rear of a tank.
6. Pull the release knob (1) and then push down
the tank.
7. Lock the tank cradle by knob (1). Loosen the
retaining clamps (2) and remove the tank.
8. Check the mounting to be sure the locating pin
(dowel) is not missing or broken.
NOTICE
If the location pin (dowel) is missing or broken, be
sure the pin is replaced.
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