General Safety Practices
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• For a re in the engine compartment, shut off engine. Shut off the gas ow
at the tank valves for LPG and CNG powered vehicles before trying to
extinguish.
• Always have a properly maintained re extinguisher located in the Zamboni
machine room.
• Fire extinguishing media must be dry chemical, foam, or CO
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for usage on
large res.
Propane (LPG) Tank Storage and Handling
• Avoid skin contact with liquid because of possibility of freeze burn. Use
propane resistant gloves when working with the propane tank connections.
Always use full face mask and wear a long sleeve shirt or jacket.
• The storage and handling of LP gas and tanks should be in accordance with
the CAN/CSA -B149.2 Propane Storage and Handling Code, 2005 Edition.
• The machine should be refueled in accordance with the CAN/CSA -B149.2
Propane Storage and Handling Code, 2005 Edition.
• Only properly trained and designated persons should charge or exchange
the LP gas tanks.
• The engine should be stopped and no persons should be on the Zamboni
machine during refueling.
• Always install tanks and make tank connections outdoors or in a well
ventilated area away from heat, ignition sources and open ames.
• NO SMOKING ALLOWED during these operations!
• Store tanks in an authorized location (outside, detached storage is required)
with adequate ventilation.
• Store tanks in an upright position, away from heat and ignition sources.
• Reasonable care should be exercised in handling the LP gas containers to
avoid damage. Do not drop, throw, roll or drag LP gas containers or any
associated parts of the containers or fuel system.
• The careless handling of LP gas containers can result in a serious accident.
Extreme care should be exercised when transporting containers so that they
are not accidently dropped or physically damaged. When it is necessary to
move more than one container at one time, a proper carrying device should
be provided and used.
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