For every task in LPG Maintenance, the following safety
requirement must be strictly enforced:
Comply with personal and environmental safety practices
associated with clothing; eye protection; hand tools; power equipment;
proper ventilation; and the handling, storage and disposal of chemicals
in accordance with local, state, and federal safety and environmental
regulations.
| IV. LPG MAINTENANCE |
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| A. General |
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| 1. Interpret and verify complaint;
determine needed repairs. |
P-2 |
| 2. Follow manufacturer's maintenance
schedule to ensure fluids and lubricants are at proper levels and
serviced with recommended products. |
P-2 |
| 3. Identify the process of recertification
or replacement of fuel supply container(s) according to most current
regulations (e.g., DOT); complete documentation; remove and replace fuel
supply container, if required. |
P-2 |
| 4. Inspect fuel supply container(s) and
brackets as it relates to certification: data plate, working pressures,
fuel supply container damage, valves, bolts, torque specifications, and
all sealing and venting equipment. |
P-1 |
| 5. Inspect air filters and fuel filter;
service or replace as needed. |
P-2 |
| 6. Inspect and ensure that all required
emission control devices are present and functional. |
P-1 |
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| IV. LPG MAINTENANCE |
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| B. LPG Fuel Storage and Delivery |
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| 1. Interpret and verify complaint;
determine needed repairs. |
P-2 |
| 2. Inspect, adjust, and test manual
shut-off valve, service valve, check-valves, and solenoid valves; repair
or replace as needed. |
P-2 |
| 3. Empty fuel supply container according
to manufacturer's procedures and all local, state and federal
regulations. (Local procedures will vary and extreme care must be
exercised.) |
P-1 |
| 4. Inspect and test fuel selection system
components; repair or replace as needed. |
P-2 |
| 5. Select and install flare, NPT, and
other fittings using required sealants for LPG according to
manufacturer's specifications. |
P-1 |
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| IV. LPG MAINTENANCE |
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| C. LPG A/F Management |
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| 1. Interpret and verify complaint;
determine needed repairs. |
P-2 |
| 2. Check for fuel system problems caused
by fuel contamination. |
P-2 |
| 3. Check air/fuel system integrity (e.g.,
fuel leaks, air leaks, components compatibility/application); determine
needed repairs. |
P-2 |
| 4. Inspect and test fuel pressure
regulation system components; adjust, repair or replace as needed. |
P-2 |
| 5. Remove, clean, and reinstall throttle
assemblies; adjust related linkages as needed. |
P-3 |
| 6. Check/adjust idle speed and fuel
mixtures according to manufacturer's procedures. |
P-2 |
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| IV. LPG MAINTENANCE |
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| D. LPG Fuel Storage and Handling |
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| 1. Interpret and verify complaint;
determine needed repairs. |
P-2 |
| 2. Perform safe fueling procedures and
determine fuel level. |
P-1 |
| 3. Identify working pressures and
demonstrate an understanding of fuel characteristics as they relate to
temperature and fill procedures. |
P-1 |
| 4. Empty fuel system using
industry practices or manufacturer's procedures and all local, state and
federal regulations. (Local procedures will vary and extreme care must
be exercised.) |
P-1 |
