How to Fill Forklift Cylinders
Liquid propane is normally utilized to power forklifts or industrial lift trucks. There is the choice to have refueling capabilities on site or to have cylinders brought to your facility. Operators who are working with forklifts which utilize propane must be trained to handle substances that are highly flammable.
1 Personal protective equipment must be put on prior to refueling. Thick leather gloves should be worn to be able to prevent liquid propane from coming into contact with the hands. The liquid is very cold and could lead to severe burns. Other protective equipment consists of goggles and a full face shield. A fire extinguisher should be nearby.
2 Prior to doing anything else, you should first shut down the forklift. Make certain there are no lit cigarettes and no open flames within the area. Remove the protective cap on the fill valve and attach the fill line securely to the fill valve. When the fill line is in position, carefully open the bleed valve. It is normal to hear a hissing noise when opening the valve, but make certain it is air which 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. After that open the valve more and let the propane enter the tank. Check the tank during refueling; as soon as it is full, the bleeder valve would emit a spray of white gas. Totally turn off the fill valve first before closing the bleeder valve. Take the fill line out of the tank carefully. The escape of a small amount of gas during this time is normal. Make sure to screw the protective cap back onto the fill valve. Inspect all valves to make sure that they are closed completely. Now, your truck is refueled and ready to be used.