How to Fill Forklift Cylinders
Forklifts, or industrial lift trucks, are normally meant to run utilizing liquid propane. There is the choice to have refueling capabilities on location or to have cylinders delivered to your facility. Operators who are working with propane-powered forklifts should be trained to deal with substances that are extremely flammable.

1 Personal protective equipment should be put on before refueling. Thick leather gloves should be worn to be able to prevent liquid propane from coming into contact with the hands. The liquid is extremely cold and could lead to severe burns. Other protective equipment consists of a full face shield and goggles. A fire extinguisher should always be nearby.

2 The forklift must be shut down first. Make sure there are no open flames within the area and no lit cigarettes. Remove the protective cap on the fill valve and securely attach the fill line to the fill valve. When the fill line is in position, carefully open the bleed valve. A hissing sound is normal when opening the valve, but make sure it is air which is escaping - and not propane.

3 carefully open the fill valve on the fill line until you are certain there are no leaks around the connection. Afterward open the valve more and let the propane enter the tank. Monitor the tank during refueling; as soon as it is full, the bleeder valve will release a spray of white gas. Totally turn off the fill valve first prior to closing the bleeder valve. Take the fill line out of the tank slowly. A small amount of gas which is escaping during this time is normal. Screw the protective cap back onto the fill valve. Check all valves in order to make certain they are closed completely. Now, your truck is refueled and ready to drive.