Propane Tank Safety Instructions - Hotsy 1400 Series Operator's Manual

Safety
22. This equipment must be installed on noncombustible
flooring and have a 36" (90cm) minimum working
clearance.
23. Do not allow acids, caustic or abrasive fluids to pass
through the pump.
24. Never run pump dry or leave spray gun closed longer
than 3 minutes.
25. Exhaust gases should not be vented into a wall, a
ceiling or a concealed space of a building. A draft
diverter must be installed to prevent down draft and to
allow cooling of exhaust temperatures. Down draft
diverters shall be installed in the vents and located at
a distance from the pressure washer stack to achieve
maximum draft of 36" minimum. Exhaust gases that
exceed 470°F (243°C) are not suitable for connection
to Type B gas vents.
Example of Down Draft Diverter
for Gas Fired Machines
WARNING: If connection is made to
WARNING
potable water supply, a back flow
device must be provided.
AVERTISSEMENT: Si une connexion
est établie avec un réseau d'eau
potable, le réseau doit être protégé
IF CONNECTED
TO A POTABLE
contre le retour d'eau.
WATER SUPPLY,
PROTECT AGAINST
BACKFLOW.
WARNING
WARNING: Do not spray machine or
any people, animals or electrical
parts.
AVERTISSEMENT: Ne pas vaporiser
sur la machine ou les gens, les
DO NOT SPRAY
animaux ou les pièces électriques.
MACHINE OR ANY
PEOPLE, ANIMALS OR
ELECTRICAL PARTS.
Follow the maintenance instructions
specified in the manual.

Propane Tank Safety Instructions

CAUTION: Only qualified persons should fill your LP-
gas containers.
ATTENTION: Les contenants de gaz de pétrole
liquéfié doivent être remplis uniquement par des
personnes qualifiées.
1. Never allow your LP-gas container to be filled above
the maximum safe level as indicated by a scale or the
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fixed liquid level gauge (outage). Do not use the
visible gauge for filling.
2. Do not use a wrench or pliers to close the service
valve or fixed liquid level gauge. These valves are
designed to be closed leak-tight by hand or screw-
driver as appropriate. If wrenches are necessary to
stop a leak, the valve needs repair or replacement.
3. When tightening the POL Nut (left hand thread) on the
service valve, draw it up snug with a proper wrench.
This is a machined male brass fitting which seats
securely against a female seat in the POL valve – no
pipe dope is necessary. Acme/Type 1 valves have
right handed threads which are secure when hand
tight, and on the Quick Disconnect/Type 2 Valves, the
male connection is inserted into the female connec-
tion on the cylinder valve. (No wrenches required for
both the Acme and the Quick Disconnect.)
4. When using container, slowly open service valve all
the way. Listen to the regulator. A continuous hiss
may indicate a leak or an open valve on an appliance.
5. Check all tank and the line connections periodically to
be sure they are tight. When testing for leaks, use
approved leak detector solution – not matches.
6. Make certain your container is properly fastened in
place.
7. Turn container with open part of container guard
towards frame. This protects valves and regulator
against flying rocks and mud. Transport container in
the proper position in which it is used, with the valves
closed and POL Plugs inserted for POL Valves or
Dust Caps for Acme Valves. Secure the tank against
falling or rolling.
8. Check for leaks after connecting. Apply approved leak
detector solution to connection, turn off all burners
and pilots, and open service valve. Leaks will be
detected by the growth of the bubbles. If bubbles
grow, tighten or repair the connection as needed.
Repeat leak test until problem is corrected.
9. LP-gas is normally non-corrosive – you need not
worry about the inside of your container. However, the
outside should be kept free from rust by a periodic
coat of paint in a light reflective color. It is very
important to inspect and maintain the bottom and foot
ring on the container.
10. Do not store LP-gas containers indoors or in enclosed
areas. Do not expose LP-gas container to heat.
Always store with service valve closed and plugged
as required.
11. Do not attempt to repair any containers, container
valves, regulator or appliances by yourself. Use only
trained certified LP-gas service personnel to perform
repairs.