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Refuel
6.5 Refuel
CAUTION
When operating on a slope, make sure the fuel
level is above half to prevent a possible stall
condition.
IMPORTANT
Before you use the MEWP , make sure that there is
sufficient fuel for the estimated task.
WARNING
Do not start the MEWP if you smell gas. Lock and
tag the MEWP , and remove it for servicing. If you
do not obey, there is a risk of death or serious
injury.
WARNING
Do not operate a MEWP that does not function
correctly. Lock and tag the MEWP , and remove it
for servicing. Only a qualified service technician
must repair the MEWP . If you do not obey, there is
a risk of death or serious injury.
WARNING
Explosion hazard. Only refuel the MEWP in a well-
ventilated area, away from open flame and other
sources of ignition, approved by your employer
and/or supervisor. Always have an approved fire
extinguisher that you can easily access. If you do
not obey, there is a risk of death or serious injury.
WARNING
Explosion hazard. Do not smoke in an area where
MEWPs are kept or refueled. If you do not obey,
there is a risk of death or serious injury.
SJ82 T, SJ86 T
6.5-1 Refuel the MEWP
IMPORTANT
For diesel engines, use ultra-low sulfur diesel.
Refer to the information on the fuel tank.
1. Put all the power connections in the off position.
This includes the engine.
2. Push all the emergency-stop buttons, and turn
the main power disconnect switch to the off
position.
WARNING
Environmental hazard. Immediately remove
gasoline, diesel fuel, engine oil, and hydraulic
fluid spills and leaks with rags. Discard these
rags in accordance with national, state/provincial/
territorial, and local regulations. Spilled fluids can
damage the environment. When spilled fluids go
into the water (for example, a sewage system,
streams, rivers, or other surface water), they can
kill aquatic life.
3. Open the control compartment cowling and
remove the fuel cap.
4. Carefully fill the fuel tank. Make sure that there
are no spills. At the same time, look at the fuel
gauge on the side of the tank. The fuel gauge
indicator must not go above the F (full) mark.
5. Put the fuel cap back on and make sure it closes
tightly.
6. Do an inspection of the fuel system for leaks.
Clean away the spilled fuel.
7. Discard the wipes or rags in an approved
container.
Section 6 – Additional Procedures
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