How to Fill Forklift Cylinders
Liquid propane is normally utilized to power industrial lift trucks or forklifts. There is the choice to have cylinders brought to your facility, or to have refueling capabilities on site. Operators who are working with forklifts which use propane should be trained to deal with substances that are extremely combustible.
1 Prior to refueling, you should wear personal protective equipment. Thick leather gloves should be worn in order to prevent liquid propane from coming into contact with the hands. The liquid is very cold and can lead to severe burns. Other protective equipment consists of goggles and a full face shield. A fire extinguisher must be nearby.
2 The forklift must be shut down first. Make certain there are no open flames in the area and no lit cigarettes. Take off 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 with caution. A hissing noise is normal when opening the valve, but make certain it is air that is escaping - and not propane.
3 carefully 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. Check the tank while refueling; as soon as it is full, the bleeder valve would emit a spray of white gas. Completely turn off the fill valve first prior to 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 valves to make sure that they are completely closed. Now, your truck is refueled and ready to drive.