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3-4.
DISCHARGING FUEL.
WARNING
Fuels are hazardous flammable liquids.
Do not smoke or bring open flame within 100 feet (30.48 meters) of the tank.
If fuel spills on or around a tank or within the diked area, shut down any nearby
engine-driven equipment. Do not resume operation until it has been determined that
the vapor concentrations are below the explosive range.
If fuel spills onto clothing, remove clothing before entering area with engine-driven
equipment or area where smoking is permitted.
Fuels and fuel sludge can cause injury to skin or eyes.
If fuel or sludge comes into contact with skin, flush skin with soap and water. If fuel
or sludge comes into contact with eyes, flush eyes with water. For further
information on first aid, refer to FM 21-11.
Fumes from stored fuels are hazardous.
Do not carry or store anything edible near tank. Food will absorb vapors. After
leaving area, wash before eating or smoking.
a.
Attach line from user to gate valve.
b.
Open gate valve.
c.
Activate pumping source.
d.
Monitor Metering source.
e.
When user's requirement is fulfilled, stop pumping.
f.
Close gate valve.
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