Retail Petroleum Equipment

9 Central Illinois Manufacturing Company Rev B March 2006 Why recommend High Performance Filtration? As previously mentioned, ethanol will scour and release a higher than usual amount of contaminants into the fuel. Bio-Tek ® filters and Alcohol Monitors utilize a microglass ele- ment instead of a cellulose media. When compared to cellulose, High-Performance Micro- glass media has a higher dirt-holding capacity resulting in a longer filter life. The fully pleated High-Performance Microglass media provides flow rates up to 25 GPM and a maximum working pressure of 50 PSI. Cim-Tek Filtration offers a variety of microglass me- dia in 1 to 30 micron efficiency ratings for High-Performance Filtration. Bio-Tek Alcohol Monitor filters are recognized by Underwriters Laboratories for use in service station pumps and dispensers. Large Fibers Glass Fibers, Small & Rigid Microglass Media Cellulose Media Low Void Area Not suitable for fine filtration High Void Area Suitable for fine filtration vs. Summary The demand of ethanol-blended gasoline is growing rapidly across the United States. Alternative fuel sources are here to stay so it is very important to know how to prepare and maintain the site for introduction of ethanol-blended gasoline. Make sure that the storage tank and its components are compatible with ethanol. Ethanol has a scouring effect and will break loose any particulates in the lines and on the tank. To prepare the tank clean it thoroughly and make sure it is free of water. Use the proper tools such as an ethanol-compatible water-finding paste and Bio-Tek ® Alcohol Monitors to filter contaminants and monitor the tank for Phase Separation. Check the fuel several times for the first 48 hours to be sure there is no Phase Separation. Modify your current daily maintenance program to include daily sam- ples, checking the filters, and sticking the tank to monitor for Phase Separation. If Phase Separation is suspected, immediately test the fuel and take the proper steps listed in the “Phase Separation Guidelines.” Proper planning and good house- keeping are essential for an efficient, trouble-free conversion and contin- ued customer satisfaction.