SAFETY CALLOUTS
Consider the below callouts when guiding a volunteer through the instructions

Follow manual handling guidelines. Bend at the knees and hips (not your back). Avoid twisting. Please do not attempt to change the drum if you feel at risk of injury from this action.

Detergent can splash during this process, please wear gloves and maintain a suitable distance between your face and the drum. If exposure occurs, refer to the SDS. 

KEY INFORMATION

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Notes

When is a drum empty?

The drum should be replaced when the detergent level reaches below the ridge indicated in yellow below.

Positioning the suction tube

The suction tube is white and black and helps draw detergent from the bottom of a drum.

Place the bottom of the suction lance in the deepest part of the drum for best efficiency. 

VOLUNTEER CHECK-IN

Prior to completing work, please ensure the person(s) completing work feel comfortable and safe to commence work. 

INSTRUCTIONS

Change the detergent drum

May require:

• Gloves

• Microfiber cloth or towel

Step

Instruction

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1

Pull the detergent suction tube out of the drum and use a cloth or towel to cup the base of the tube. 

Detergent will continue to pour back out of the tube for some time, so leave the tube to the side covering the base, with a cloth or towel. 

2

Use the cap from a new drum to close the empty drum before moving it.

Slide the metal lock upward and slide the drum towards you.

Place the empty drum from the vehicle onto the floor outside the van/pod. Be careful of twisting actions with the weight of the drum.

3

Pour any remaining detergent from the empty drum into the new drum. 

Close the new drum prior to lifting to prevent splashing.

4

Lift the drum into the vehicle and slide the full drum into position.

5

Slide the metal door back into position, with the lip facing towards you.

6

Re-insert the suction tube and ensure the black collar is sitting on top of the drum thread.

7

Prime the pump.