SAFETY REQUIREMENTS : PETROL/LPG DUAL FUEL SYSTEM
ALL TYPES
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY REPAIR WORK
Any work on a gas powered vehicle must be carried out in a ventilated
area.
Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
Ensure the vehicle is connected to earth.
Before removing the fuel tank or working on the gas circuit located
downstream of the safety electrovalve (on the gauge valve), perform
the following operations :
- Close the safety electrovalve.
- Switch the engine to use gas.
Ensure the vehicle is kept away from the following hazards :
- Wait for the engine to stop due to lack of fuel.
- Sparks.
- Flames.
- Slow combustion (lit cigarette).
After each operation, check that the circuit is sealed using one of the
following systems :
Drain the fuel tank using "flare" type material (following the
instructions for this material) before performing one of the following
operations :
- Electronic detector .
- Soapy water.
- Any other leak detection product.
- Remove the gauge valve.
- Working on the fuel tank.
Remove the fuel tank when the vehicle is to be subject to high tempe-
ratures (above 50oC) (spray booth).
Do not clean the engine compartment with a high pressure device and
do not use detergents.
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