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Air-filled Tires   

Refueling, Diesel

Air-filled Tires

Refueling, Diesel

WHEN USING DIESEL FUEL

1.  Lower the forks and put the truck in NEUTRAL.
2.  Turn OFF the truck and apply the parking brake.
3.  Remove the fuel cap and fill the fuel tank slowly.  

  Do not fill the tank to the top. 
4.  Replace the fuel cap.
If fuel spills, wipe off any excess fuel and wash the 

area with water.

Note:  

Do not allow the truck to become low or run 

out of fuel. The truck may become difficult to start or 

damage the components.
Fill the fuel tank at the end of each shift to prevent 

condensation, corrosion, and fuel contamination. 

WHEN USING AIR-FILLED TIRES

Before operating, check that the tires are properly 

inflated. The rated tire pressure is shown above the 

tire and on the tire data tag.

Check tire pressure from a position facing the tread of 

the tire. Use a long-handled gauge to keep your body 

away from the side of the tire. 

Note:  

Do not add air if the tire pressure is low.  

You must be trained and authorized to inflate tires. 

Report the problem to your supervisor.

Know the Hazards

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

Low tire pressure can reduce stability and cause a tip 

over.
• Check the tires for damage every time you check the  

  tire pressure. 
• Check the tire from a position facing the tread of the  

  tire, not the side. 
• Remove debris from the tire tread to prevent  

  damage. 
• Do not operate the truck if the tires are damaged or  

  the tire pressure is low.

Know the Hazards

WHEN REFUELING DIESEL FUEL TRUCKS 

Diesel fuel can cause a fire or even an explosion.
• Your company should provide a ventilated area    

  where it is safe to refuel the truck.

• Never smoke or use an open flame around diesel.

• Do not fill the tank to the top. Fuel expands when it  

  gets warm and can overflow.