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(1)
(1) Set pin (upper side)
4. Pull up the set pin (upper side) to swing
the tank bracket. Fix the set pin with the
bracket stopper on the left tank bracket.
WARNING! Check the tank outlet and
coupling to make sure all seals are in place
and undamaged.
(1)
(1) Tank stopper bracket
WARNING! Make sure that the tank
bracket stopper is securely in place.
5. Connect the piping to the outflow valve of
the tank (turn the screw counterclockwise).
6. Wet the pipe connection to the tank with
soap water or neutral detergent. Open the
outflow valve and check the connection for
any gas leaks.
WARNING! If any gas leakage is found,
immediately report it to the supervisor for
repair by a qualified mechanic or the
Toyota dealer. Tag truck “out of service” .
7. Do not try to start engine until all gas smell
is gone.
8. Wipe off the soap water or detergent after
inspection is completed.
13.6 Important information about LPG
▪ LPG normally contains a substance that gives it a noticeable odor in concentration of
1/200 or more in air.
If a large amount of the LPG is leaking from the tank, it can be detected by the smell. LPG
does not contain carbon monoxide and is not poisonous although it is explosive.
▪ LPG is a highly pressurized gas and leaks very easily.
The vapor has a volume 250 times that of the liquefied gas and it is twice as dense as air.
Therefore, it collects in low places.
▪ LPG increases in pressure as the temperature increases.
13.7 Safety precautions on LPGpowered forklifts
▪ LPG is flammable. 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.
▪ Only operate a LPGpowered forklift in a well ventilated area.
▪ All LPGpowered forklifts must be operated and maintained (including the LPG tank re
newal) by designated persons only.
▪ Never stop or park an LPGpowered forklift near fire.
▪ Do not operate an LPGpowered forklift in the presence of fire.
▪ When operating or inspecting an LPGpowered 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 LPGpowered forklift before parking or storing it so that
no unauthorized person can operate 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, ventilate the area and keep the
area in a strictly fire free condition. Then call a qualified Toyota dealer or service garage.
▪ Store LPG tanks in a strictly predetermined area equipped with 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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