The Buckeye Automatic Fuelling System uses only two basic components: The adapter and the nozzle.
Adapter assembly:
- The Emco Wheaton adapter is mounted to the diesel unit at each fuelling connection on the locomotive chassis
- Minimal modification is required for installation. Simply remove existing fuel fittings and replace with the adapter
- All adapters are equipped with dust caps
- A manual adapter is available when refuelling cannot be done with the nozzle
Automatic nozzle:
- One basic nozzle handles all fuelling requirements and provides a fuel flow range from 50 to 300 GPM
- The nozzle is hydraulically balanced to permit easy opening and shock-free closing
- This feature makes it possible to save fuelling time by starting the pump before attaching the nozzle
- Increased pumping rates are also possible since higher pump relief valve settings may be used with safety
- The nozzle assures automatic shut-off when the fuel tank reaches capacity.
- When fuel level reaches the level shut-off tube, fuel transfer is shut off automatically and the tank is full
- Overfill and underfill conditions are completely avoided. Fuel tank levels are consistent from fill to fill
- Spill hazard is virtually eliminated
- Since automatic shut-off is housed in the nozzle and not in the locomotive, bench repairs can be made without involving locomotive downtime
- This feature keeps the locomotives in service as maintenance takes place
- The tripping mechanism of the nozzle seals it against dirt, dust and other foreign matter
- Additional reliability and long service life come from a Teflon piston seal and Teflon bearings
- Safety features include a test plug for checking pressure and flow rate
- Fuelling operations are eased by a raised ramp on the outlet coupler ring that provides easy nozzle attachment and release from the locomotive