HOW DOES WATER GET INTO PETROL?

 

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HOW DOES WATER GET INTO PETROL?

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Through poorly sealing caps on storage tanks. Inspect caps regularly to ensure that they are fitted securely and that the seals have not broken or perished.

• Through broken vents. Inspect vents regularly for cracks or corrosion particularly at ground level.

• Through tank leaks. If water continually appears in the fuel even with the above precautions a pressure test is needed to find out if the tank has a hole which is allowing ground water to enter.

• From condensation. This is a problem we have to live with. It will always occur as the tank breathes and will be greatest during summer and in humid areas.

• From a delivery. Very rarely, petrol may be contaminated with water when delivered. After sufficient time has been allowed for the fuel to settle (approx. 2 hours), the tank should be checked with water finding past