Komatsu AX20 Operation & Maintenance Manual page 94

22. TRAVEL OPERATIONS
n REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF LPG FUEL TANKS ON LIFT TRUCK
• Review "SAFETY" Section Warnings before changing tanks.
• Use trained and qualified personnel only.
• NO SMOKING during tank change operation.
REMOVING LPG TANK FROM LIFT TRUCK
1. Close fuel service (cylinder) valve (turn clockwise) with
engine running.
2. Let engine run out of fuel in lines before turning OFF ignition
switch.
3. Remove fuel hose connection at tank and release tank
clamp.
4. Remove LPG tank from vehicle and place in designated
area.
INSTALLING LPG FUEL TANK ON LIFT TRUCK
1. Place correct size and type LPG fuel tank onto lift truck.
2. Securely mount the tank while positioning as follows:
a. Locating pin must fit through positioning hole in collar.
b. Slot in footring must fit over keyway.
3. Connect LPG fuel hose to tank securely and open fuel ser-
vice valve SLOWLY to gently equalize pressure.
4. Check for leakage at connections. If leakage is suspected,
check with soapy water and look for bubbles at connections. If leakage is confirmed, turn OFF fuel service
valve, tag truck "OUT OF SERVICE" and have qualified personnel make repairs.
n CHECKS USING GAUGES AND WARNING LAMPS (ENGINE OIL
PRESSURE WARNING LAMP, CHARGE WARNING LAMP)
These lamps should not light up during normal operations.
ENGINE WATER TEMPERATURE GAUGE, TORQUE
CONVERTER OIL TEMPERATURE GAUGE
The indicator should be in the white range.
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