Husky 002276 Conventional and High Volume Reconnectable Safe-T-Break Instructions
- June 10, 2024
- Husky
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Husky 002276 Conventional and High Volume Reconnectable
Product Information: RECONNECT STB
The RECONNECT STB is a Safe-T-Break device designed to prevent fuel spills in
the event of accidental separation of the dispensing nozzle from the fuel
dispenser. The device is available in six different models: 002276, 002276R,
227677, 003360, 003360R, and 336074. The device is manufactured in the USA by
Husky.
The device is designed to separate at less than 200 lbf / 889.6 N pull force
and can be reconnected by properly trained personnel in the event of
separation. It is important to note that any test or inspection failure
requires immediate equipment replacement or removal from service.
The device comes with important safety instructions that should be saved in a
readily accessible location. Improper use may result in injury, damage, or
hazardous spill. The device is covered under warranty provisions for original
purchasers who use the equipment for commercial or industrial purposes.
Product Usage Instructions
Prior to installation, it is important to determine that the pull force will
not damage the hose assembly or dispensing device.
The dispensing device must be securely bolted to the dispensing island. Do not
overtighten or wrench across the coupling and do not install directly to the
dispenser.
In the event of separation, only properly trained personnel
should reconnect the Safe-T-Break device. Any test or inspection failure
requires immediate equipment replacement or removal from service.
Always adhere to installation and usage instructions and warnings to prevent
injury, damage, or hazardous spill.
Model #: 002276, 002276R, 227677, 003360, 003360R, 336074
Important safety instructions – save these instructions in a readily
accessible location
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm –
www.p65warnings.ca.gov
WARNING This device separates at less than 200 lbf / 889.6 N pull force!
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Prior to installation, it shall be determined that such pull force will not damage the hose assembly or dispensing device. The dispensing device must be securely bolted to dispensing island.
- Turn off dispenser and relieve line pressure.
- Attach scale to where the Safe-T-Break® will be installed. Apply 200 lbf / 889.6 N pull force at various angles then check dispenser and hose for damage. If no damage occurred, release pull and complete installation.
- Install Safe-T-Break® in the direction of the flow arrows.
- Use pipe thread sealant (not Teflon® tape) approved for gasoline on the male threads of the hose section.
- Tighten approximately 1 to 2 turns past hand tight – do not overtighten.
- High hose dispenser – Install the Safe-T-Break® between the hose sections. Verify that the whip hose is the correct length.
- Low hose dispenser – Install the Safe-T-Break® down stream of any hose retractor cable coupling.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. DO NOT WRENCH ACROSS COUPLING. DO NOT INSTALL DIRECTLY TO THE DISPENSER.
IF SEPARATION OCCURS
- Turn off dispenser and relieve line pressure.
- Before Reconnecting:
- Inspect entire dispensing system and Safe-T-Break® for damage.
- Conduct pull test for dispenser integrity (see step 2 of installation instructions above).
- Lubricate seal and valve halves with light weight motor oil.
- Reconnecting
- Align hexes and push the two halves together applying pressure until the two halves snap back together.
- Replace Safe-T-Break® if doesn’t readily reconnect.
- After Reconnected:
- Check Safe-T-Break® for proper engagement.
- Check for electrical conductivity.
- Check for leaks at Safe-T-Break®.
- Check for proper flow of fuel.
ONLY PROPERLY TRAINED PERSONNEL SHOULD RECONNECT SAFE-T-BREAKS
MAINTENANCE
- All drive aways, maintenance and inspection activities must be logged using the serial number of the individual product.
- Apply city, state, or federal testing regulations as appropriate.
- Daily
- Check for leaks / stains.
- Check for damage.
- Monthly
- Check “remove after” date.
- Annually
- Conduct pull test – disconnect, inspect interior for debris, discoloration, and foreign matter.
ANY TEST / INSPECTION FAILURE REQUIRES IMMEDIATE EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT OR
REMOVAL FROM SERVICE.
MADE IN THE USA
ALWAYS ADHERE TO INSTALLATION / USAGE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS.
Improper use may result in injury, damage, or hazardous spill.
GENERAL WARNINGS
- Use of equipment is at individuals’ own risk.
- Always abide and adhere to city, state, and federal regulations regarding use and installation of dispensing equipment.
- Always follow the product manufacturer’s installation & maintenance instructions.
- Always turn off all power to dispenser during maintenance and inspection activities.
- Always close the shear valves during maintenance and inspection activities.
- Always relieve pressure from system prior to performing maintenance activities.
- Always check continuity after installation using a megohmeter (Refer to PEI RP 400 for details).
- Always replace or remove from service damaged or leaking dispensing equipment immediately.
- Always report leaks / spills / accidents to appropriate authorities.
- Always wear appropriate safety equipment during maintenance activities.
- Always have appropriate fire extinguishing equipment within 5 ft / 1.5 m of dispensers.
- Always use pipe sealant approved for gasoline service.
- Always place containers on the ground before filling.
- Always discharge static electricity before using or servicing equipment by touching a metal part of the dispenser before and after fueling vehicle.
- Never smoke within 20 ft / 6.1 m of dispensers.
- Never keep in service past recommended life.
- Never leave the nozzle unattended while dispensing fuel.
- Never use sparking or flaming devices within 20 ft / 6.1 m of dispensers.
- Never use power tools near dispensers or to aid in the installation process.
- Never use cell phone within 20 ft / 6.1 m of dispensers.
- Never reenter car when fueling vehicle.
- Never allow gasoline to touch eyes or skin.
- Never use at flow rates in excess of regulatory guidelines.
- Never use at flow rates less than 5 gpm / 18.9 Lpm.
- Never dispense flammable material into unapproved containers.
- Never dispense fuel without a valid driver’s license.
Important safety instructions – save these instructions in a readily accessible location.
WARRANTY
VAPOR PRODUCTS – Husky Corporation will, at its option, repair, replace,
or credit the purchase price of any Husky® manufactured product which proves
upon examination by Husky, to be defective in material and/or workmanship for
a period of one (1)
year of installation or fifteen (15) months from the manufacture date of
shipment by Husky, whichever occurs first. The warranty period on
repaired or replacement vapor recovery products is only for the remainder of
the warranty period of the defective product.
CONVENTIONAL PRODUCTS – Husky Corporation will, at its option, repair,
replace, or credit the purchase price of any Husky manufactured product which
proves upon examination by Husky, to be defective in material and/or
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the manufacture date of shipment
by Husky.
Buyer must return the products to Husky, transportation charges prepaid. This
Warranty excludes the replaceable bellows, bellows spring assembly, spout
assembly and scuff guard, unless (i) damage is obvious when the product is
removed from shipping carton
and (ii) the defective product is returned to Husky prior to use. This
Warranty does not apply to equipment or parts which have been installed
improperly, damaged by misuse, improper operation or maintenance, or which are
altered or repaired in any way.
The Warranty provisions contained herein apply only to original purchasers who
use the equipment for commercial or industrial purposes. There are no other
warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or otherwise,
and any other such warranties are hereby specifically disclaimed.
Husky assumes no liability for labor charges or other costs incurred by Buyer
incidental to the service, adjustment, repair, return, removal or replacement
of products. Husky assumes no liability for any incidental, consequential, or
other damages under any warranty, express or implied, and all such liability
is hereby expressly excluded.
Husky reserves the right to change or improve the design of any Husky fuel
dispensing equipment without assuming any obligations to modify any fuel
dispensing equipment previously manufactured.
Husky Corporation
2325 Husky Way
Pacific, MO 63069
Phone: 800-325-3558
Fax: 636-825-7300
www.husky.com
References
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