JohnDow Industries JDI-AFT58 User manual

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58-GALLON AUXILIARY DIESEL TANK
USER’S MANUAL
Part No. JDI-AFT58
151 Snyder Ave.
Barberton, OH 44203
Rev 07/2023
AFT58-MAN
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DATE OF PURCHASE:

DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Important Safety Information
Read this manual and safety information before using this tank.
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The use of this product includes the handling
of diesel.
DANGER DIESEL
COMBUSTIBLE
HARMFUL OR FATAL IF SWALLOWED DO NOT
USE THIS CONTAINER FOR DIESEL OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Static charge and container lling warnings.
• Dissipate any static electricity from your body by touching
a metal surface away from the service station nozzle and
prior to removing service station nozzle from dispensing
pump.
• Keep service station nozzle in contact with tank
while lling.
• Do not re-enter vehicle while lling. Re-entry can cause
static buildup on person and create spark.
Use, transportation, and storage warnings.
• Conrm all users are trained on safe working practices and
comply with any and all regulations for using, transporting,
and storing diesel.
• Conrm all ttings and connections are tight and leak-free.
• Do not modify this product or its components. Modifying
this product in any way will void the warranty.
• Use only diesel in this tank to avoid possible damage to
equipment.
• Perform the entire closure procedure after lling and before
transporting.
• Do not place inside a vehicle trunk or inside passenger
cabin.
• Do not store in direct sunlight.
• Avoid damage to the 12V transfer pump by:
° only using a maximum of 30 minutes of continuous
use in normal conditions
° only use a maximum of 2 minutes in bypass mode
• Fill slowly to prevent buildup of static charge.
• Do not use electronics or mobile phones while using
this product.
• Do not use funnels to ll or dispense fuel with this
product.
• If re starts, do not remove service station
nozzle. Back away immediately.
• Secure or strap tank to a trailer or truck bed with
appropriate working load ratchet-style polyester
cargo tie-down straps. Do not use nylon straps.
• The ll cap contains an internal check valve to relieve
pressure inside the tank. Allow vapors to dissipate
before using this tank.
• State and local regulations vary for the transportation
of diesel. It is the vehicle operator's responsibility to
review and comply with all federal, state, and local
regulations regarding diesel transportation.
• It is the owner’s/user’s responsibility to review and
comply with all building and re codes regarding
proper storage of diesel.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
• Do not siphon by mouth.
• Do not store in vehicle or living space.
• Store and use in well-ventilated area.
• Do not use near heat, spark, or ame.
• Keep container closed.
• Do not smoke near or while using this product.

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GETTING STARTED
CONTENTS
Before assembly, ensure you have all parts according to the contents. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact
JohnDow Industries for replacement.
Item No. Description
1 Locking Cover
2 Filler Cap with Vent
3 Automatic Dispensing Nozzle
4 Power Cable with Battery Terminal Clamps
5 Suction Hose Coupler with Filter
6Ball Valve (Shut-off Valve)
7 12V Fuel Transfer Pump
8 Suction Hose, Clamp and Curved Tube
9 Threaded Joint
10 Lid Clasps
11 Delivery Hose
CAPACITY AND DIMENSIONS
Product JDI-AFT58
Capacity (Gallons) 58
Weight (Empty): 53 lbs.
Width: 36”
Length: 24”
Height: 26”
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To Transfer Fuel from Tank
Before use, read and follow all safety instructions on page 2 of this user's manual.
1. Make sure the switch on the transfer pump is in the OFF (“O”) position [7].
2 Unroll the transfer hose and insert the nozzle into the destination tank with nozzle locked in the OPEN position [12].
3. Turn the ball valve to the OPEN position [6].
4. Start the transfer pump by placing the switch in the ON (“I”) position.
5 Proceed with the transfer for a maximum of 30 minutes from the time the pump was turned ON. DO NOT run pump
when not transferring fuel for more than two minutes.
6. Fill the tank to the desired level or wait until the automatic nozzle snaps CLOSED [9].
Closure Process before Transporting:
1. Stop the transfer pump by placing the switch in the OFF (“O”) position.
2. Turn the ball valve to the OFF position.
3. Relieve all residual pressure in the hose by dispensing fuel by holding the nozzle handle OPEN for a few seconds.
4. Roll-up the transfer hose and place the hose and nozzle in their proper position.
5. Disconnect the power cables from the battery terminals and store in the proper position.
FUEL TRANSFER
Filling the Tank with Diesel Fuel
Before use, read and follow all safety instructions on page 2 of this user's manual.
1. Before lling, make sure the tank has no defects in the structure or equipment.
2. When lling the tank, maintain a minimum amount of empty space to allow for fuel expansion. Do not to ll the tank
beyond 95% of capacity (approximately 55 gallons).
Securing and Transporting Filled Tank
1. Properly secure the tank to a trailer or truck bed before transporting to avoid movement.
2. Use appropriate working load ratchet-style polyester cargo tie-down straps. Do not use Nylon straps.
3. DO NOT place the tank inside a trunk or passenger compartment.
OPERATION