Multiquip 60HZ Generator MQP240 - Manual (Page 31)

MQp240 generaTor • operaTion and parTs Manual — rev. #0 (10/23/12) — page 31
insPEctiOn/sEtuP
refueling procedure:
1. level Tanks — Make sure fuel cells are level with the
ground. Failure to do so will cause fuel to spill from the
tank before reaching full capacity (Figure 29).
Figure 29. Only Fill on Level Ground
Warning
diesel fuel and its vapors are dangerous
to your health and the surrounding
environment. Avoid skin contact and/or
inhaling fumes.
CauTion
alWaYs place trailer on firm level ground before
refueling to prevent spilling and maximize the amount
of fuel that can be pumped into the tank.
Level Ground
Unlevel
Ground
=
Level Ground
Unlevel
Ground
DO NOT fill on
unlevel ground
!
!
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NOTICE
onlY use #2 diesel fuel when refueling.
2. Remove fuel cap and fill tank (Figure 30).
Figure 30. Fueling
3. never overfill fuel tank — It is important to read the
fuel gauge when filling trailer fuel tank. do noT wait
for fuel to rise in filler neck (Figure 31).
Figure 31. Full Fuel Tank
Figure 32. Fuel Expansion
DIESEL
FUEL
FUEL TANK
FILLER PORT
CauTion
do noT overFill fuel system. Leave room for fuel
expansion. Fuel expands when heated (Figure 32).