Refilling & Storing Propane Cylinders; Engine Emissions And Co Safety - Minuteman Mirage M220028K17X Parts And Instruction Manual

REFILLING & STORING PROPANE CYLINDERS
The NFPA Technical Committee prohibits the storage of such containers in buildings. There are few exceptions to
this rule. In other words, propane cylinders should NOT be stored in buildings used by the public or frequented by
anyone passing through or who is working in the building. Full or empty, never leave cylinders in small enclosed
areas. The cylinder(s) must be in a secure, tamper-proof storage enclosure that provides safety from accident or
vandalism. PROPANE CYLINDERS SHOULD ALWAYS BE TRANSPORTED, INSTALLED AND USED IN AN UPRIGHT
POSITION. OVERFILLING PROPANE CYLINDERS IS HAZARDOUS. The cylinder should NEVER be completely filled
with liquid propane. 80% of the total cylinder volume is to be considered at ALL times as full. EXPANSION MUST BE
ALLOWED FOR. Propane Powered engine cylinders are equipped with a fixed liquid level gauge which contacts the
liquid level at 80% of container capacity, allowing 20% for expansion. The top part of this device must be
unscrewed counterclockwise so that vapor can escape through the small hole it its side, as the cylinder is refilled.
When the escaping vapor starts to give way to liquid, the device must be quickly closed and the propane nozzle
turned off.
WARNING:
The engine and the fuel system on your propane powered engine are designed to run on propane vapor, not
propane liquid. Overfilling the propane cylinder will result in damaging the lock off and/or regulator. This will VOID
the WARRANTY on these components.

ENGINE EMISSIONS AND CO SAFETY

The purpose of this document is to provide information on:
 The potential effects of CO exposure
 The methods to reduce the risk of CO poisoning
 All LPG (Liquid Propane Gas) powered engines, including this engine, produce Carbon Monoxide (CO). It is a
FATAL POISON that is a colorless, odorless, tasteless, and non-irritating gas. It is produced by incomplete
combustion of carbonaceous material such as propane (LPG). Failure to provide for proper venting of CO
produced during the operation of combustion powered engines may result in SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH to
the operator and those in the contaminated area. The effects of CO can be experienced at different exposure levels,
depending on the health of the individual. Conditions that affect the tolerance of the individual are smoking, age,
temperature, humidity, and other conditions.
WARNING:
Read and understand The Operators Manual completely before using this engine. This document explains how CO
produced can be managed to reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. All distributors, owners, and
operators should be aware of the potential effects of CO and the methods used to prevent overexposure. We are
dedicated to our customers, their safety, and providing information, services, and products that meet those needs.
Information provided in this document is current as of the date written January 2013.
SUMMARY
POTENTIAL EFFECTS OF CO EXPOSURE
The information provided in the following overview has been condensed to provide the reader with a summary of
the material presented.
 Work place/industry guidelines for CO exposure limits vary substantially from region to region (OSHA)
Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) for CO is 50 ppm, as an 8-hour time weighted average.
 Definition of CO effects - The toxic effects of carbon monoxide in the blood is the result of tissue hypoxia (lack
of oxygen). The severity depends on the state of activity of the individual and his tissue oxygen needs.
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