Rosenbauer FOX 4 - Refueling with Propulsion Engine Running

Operation
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Refuel
7.7.2 Refueling with propulsion engine running
Before refuelling
► Make sure that the portable pump must be refuelled, e.g. observe the
fuel warning light.
► Check the area and clear space, if required.
 A free space for the escape route must be provided.
 It must be possible to leave the danger zone unhindered and safe-
ly.
► Refuelling is prohibited if an ignition source is present.
 Observe horizontal and vertical radius of 0.5 m to the opening of
the fuel tank cap.
► When handling fuel, have an operational, suitable fire extinguisher (fire
classes A and B) ready. Minimum size of the fire extinguisher 5 kg (11
lbs).
► Use refuelling set.
► Securely lock the filler neck on the fuel canister.
► Ensure there is adequate lighting.
► Angle of inclination of the portable pump to be refuelled to the horizon-
tal plane must be less than 15°.
► The engine cover must be closed.
 The air flow blows dangerous fumes away from hot spots.
► 2 trained persons are required for the refuelling procedure.
► One person is responsible for carrying out the refuelling proce-
dure.
► A second person must be present during the refuelling process to
assist in case of emergency.
(Re)fuelling process
► Prepare refuelling set.
► Open fuel canister.
► Correctly mount the filler neck on the fuel canister.
► Securely lock the filler neck on the fuel canister.
Filler neck mounted on the fuel canister
► Make sure that no environmental disturbances are to be expected.
► Ensure a secure footing during refuelling, e.g. avoid spills, hot surfac-
es, propulsion engine.
► Open fuel tank cap.