IPA Tools 9040 Fuel Tank Sweeper - Manual (Page 6)

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SAMPLE STICK #9042
The Sample stick is designed to remove a small sample of fuel oil
from the bottom of a fuel tank so the operator can see what contaminates
exist.
TO OPERATE:
1. Insert the Sample Stick through one of the cap openings at the top
of the tank all the way until it contacts the bottom of the tank.
2. Slowly withdraw the piston via the handle until the desired amount
of fuel is drawn into the Sample Stick.
3. Remove the sample stick from the tank keeping an oil absorbent
towel ready. Allow the Sample Stick to drip drain into the towel.
4. Have a suitable container made of glass or material that will not be
affected by the fuel oil ready for the sample fuel oil.
5. Slowly withdraw the piston until it is removed completely from the
sample tube. Place the piston on a towel to drip drain.
6. Pour the remaining contents of the sample tube into the sample jar.
7. Once the sample is in the jar, let it sit for 24 hours to separate the
contents. The water will settle to the very bottom with rust, and
then algae, then the crude. The clear oil will be on top. This
should be a real time view of what is happening at the bottom of the
oil tank.
8. Once the sample has been taken, you must replace the piston in the sample stick
tube. Because of the one way valve at the bottom of the foot valve, there will be a
pressure block as you attempt to replace the piston. You need to break the suction
seal by unscrewing the foot valve two turns counter clockwise. This allows the air
to escape and the piston to be replaced. Once the piston reaches the bottom of the
tube, you must retighten the foot valve. Be certain not to over- tighten the O-ring. A
snug torque of the foot valve halves is all that is needed.
Cleaning of the Sample Stick after use is necessary to maintain its clear appearance.
When ready, allow the Sample Stick to gravity drain the oil. Once the stick has been
drained, a solution of warm soapy water should be used to flush the stick a few times
until clean.
NOTE: The tube of the sample stick is made of a clear acrylic material. The
Sample stick should not be used for gasoline, ONLY OIL!