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Automotive Service, Inc.
P.O. Box 2157
910 Mt. Home Road
Sinking Spring, PA 19608
(610) 678-3421
(800) 383-3421
Fax (610) 678-3515
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SAFETY REQUIREMENTS AND FUELING GUIDELINES
 The first thing to remember is that fuel, whether gasoline or diesel, is extremely flammable. So there should definitely be NO SMOKING while fueling your vehicle. Ignoring this warning could result is serious fire and injury.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
If you come into contact with gasoline or diesel fuel, it is important that you follow these procedures:
-EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes.
-SKIN: Remove any gasoline soaked clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water.
-INGESTION (swallowing): Call physician. DO NOT induce vomiting.
-INHALATION: If symptoms occur as noted under "Physiological Effects" (opposite side of this brochure), move to fresh air. If breathing has stopped, apply artificial respiration.
-OTHER (GASOLINE): Remove gasoline soaked clothing.
FUELING SAFETY:
Before you begin, stop your engine and shift into "Park." On manual shift vehicles, set the parking and/or emergency brake. When you use a card-lock facility, you must stop your engine before you begin fueling. You must also remain outside your vehicle in full view of the nozzle at all times while fueling.
If a spill occurs, call the assistance number posted at that site to ensure prompt clean-up.
In case of fire, dial 911 or the emergency number located at the site (usually on or near the fire extinguisher sign.)
APPROVED CONTAINERS:
No sale or purchase of flammable liquids shall be dispensed into containers unless the containers are CLEARLY MARKED with the name of the liquid. (NFPA 30A, Sec 9.2.3.2)
The container must be constructed of metal or approved plastic, have a tight closure, and be fitted with a spout or be so designed that the contents can be poured without spilling.
A metal or *plastic safety can must not have a capacity over 5 gallons. (NFPA 30, Sec. 4.2.3)
*An approved plastic container is labeled "Gasoline" or "Flammable" has been tested and listed to be in compliance with the requirements of ASTM F 852 or F976, ANSI/UL 1313, or 49 CFR
A metal drum, meeting DOT specifications, must not have capacity over 60 gallons. (NFPA 30, Sec. 9.2.3.3)
PROCEDURES FOR FUELING PORTABLE CONTAINERS:
Portable containers of 12 gallon capacity or less must be placed on the ground before filling. (NFPA 30, Sec. 9.2.3.3) Do Not Fill Portable Containers While located In A Truck, A Boat, Or Bed Of a Pickup!
Latch open devices shall not be engaged while dispensing flammable or combustible liquids into portable containers.
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