How to Fuel a Race Car

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Check the operation of the door on the refueling port before the car leaves the pit to enter the race.

   Make sure that the refueling door opens smoothly and closes firmly.
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   Step 2: Make sure that the fuel feed pipe is unobstructed.

   Examine the opening of the fuel feed pipe for obstructions.
   
   Clear any obstructions from the fuel feed pipe. , Wipe it with a clean, dry cloth.
   
   This will prevent any foreign substances from being swept down into the fuel feed pipe as the fuel is put into the pipe. , Make sure that 2 fuel delivery canisters of appropriate size and type for the race car are filled with the type of fuel required by the race car. , Make sure that the 2 filled fuel delivery canisters are ready in the garage near the pit area.
   
   Ensure that the fuel delivery canisters are secured in baskets or by tie down straps so that the canisters can not be accidentally knocked over. , One of the pit crew members will fuel the car, while the other will carry the second fuel delivery canister and an approved fuel overflow catch pan.
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   Step 3: Clean the opening of the fuel feed pipe.

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   Step 4: Confirm that fuel is available for refueling.

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   Step 5: Prepare and secure the fuel delivery canisters.

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   Step 6: Outfit 2 pit crew members with fire protective clothing.

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