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Function: Liquefied LPG from LPG tank flows through high pressure tube to reducer vaporizer LPG flow is
controlled by solenoid wall when engine is off or running on petrol this wall remains closed Liquid LPG in pressure
reducer vaporizer is reduced in pressure and converted into LPG The energy required to vaporize the LPG is
taken from the hot water coming from the engine cooling system. The LPG, reduced in pressure and converted
into vapor in the pressure reducer vaporizer, enters the mixer in the carburetor through the connecting tube and
is properly mixed with the suction air.
Construction Details

1 L. P. G. Tank: L. P. G. The tank is made of good quality steel and has the name of the tank manufacturer,
serial number, tank capacity etc. There is an information board. Tanks of different lengths and diameters
are available for different cars. Each tank is tested to an internal hydraulic pressure of 45 bar. The vehicle is
equipped with a tack mounted compartment separate from the driver and passenger. Plastic coated tension
straps and telescopic stays are used to prevent the tank from shifting or moving. Ducts and tubes are provided
to keep air circulating around the tank or container body.

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