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How to Fill Forklift Cylinders

Liquid propane is normally used to operate forklifts or industrial lift trucks. There is the choice to have cylinders brought to your facility, or to have refueling capabilities on site. Operators who are working with forklifts that use propane should be trained to handle extremely flammable substances.



1 Personal protective equipment should be put on prior to refueling. Thick leather gloves must be worn to be able to avoid the hands from touching liquid propane. The liquid is extremely cold and can cause severe burns. Other protective equipment includes goggles and a full face shield. A fire extinguisher should always be nearby.



2 The forklift should be shut down first. Make sure there are no open flames in the area and no lit cigarettes. Remove the protective cap on the fill valve and securely attach the fill line to the fill valve. When the fill line is in position, open the bleed valve carefully. It is normal to hear a hissing noise when opening the valve, but make sure it is air that is escaping - not propane.



3 Slowly open the fill valve on the fill line until you are sure there are no leaks around the connection. Then open the valve more and let the propane enter the tank. Monitor the tank while refueling; as soon as it is full, the bleeder valve will release a spray of white gas. Turn off the fill valve completely first before closing the bleeder valve. Slowly take the fill line out of the tank. The escape of a small amount of gas at this time is normal. Screw the protective cap back onto the fill valve. Check all of the valves to make certain that they are completely closed. Your truck is now refueled and ready to drive.

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