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Batch Mixer Owner’s Manual (continued)

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Dispensing to Torch

• Position the handle of the directional control valve to the “Flow to Tank” position.
  
  
• Start the diesel engine.
  
  
• Connect the fuel hose and vapor hose to the helitorch per the Interagency Aerial Ignition Guide.
  
  
• Ensure the dry break connected to the helitorch is in the open position.
  
  
• When the person fueling the helitorch gives the signal, turn the handle of the directional control valve to the “Flow to Torch” position.

Directional Control Valve
Shown in “Flow to Torch” Position.

• When the person fueling the helitorch signals he or she is done fueling, turn the handle of the directional control valve back to the “Flow to Tank” position.
  
  
• Turn off the diesel engine.