[Summit] Noise levels at Hess

[Thomas A. Schmeling]

Jon wrote:

>Speaking of gassing up, anyone know why can't we have those little
>ratchets on the pump handles like states in other parts of the US so
>that you don't have to stand there squeezing while filling up?
>

I think that would be RI Law    § 
23-28.22-13  Delivery nozzles. - Hose nozzle 
valves used at self service islands shall be the 
approved automatic closing type without a 
latch-open device.

I don't know how many states ban latch-open 
devices, but I think it's quite a few. I believe 
(I'm no expert!) that they cause several 
problems.  If the automatic shut-off fails, the 
latch-open device can result in a large spill, 
which is bad for several obvious reasons.  I've 
heard another problem is that, in cold weather, 
people latch the nozzle open and then get back in 
their cars for warmth.  When they get out of the 
car, they bring static electricity with them 
which, combined with the gas vapors, leads to 
predictable bad results.

In New Jersey, self-service is banned entirely. 
I always thought this was over-the-top, but I 
recently watched someone at Cumby's jam the pump 
handle open with his gas cap and then go into the 
store to buy something while his tank filled.  At 
least he didn't leave the motor running too!

By the way....thanks to all who recently gave me 
recommendations on floor refinishers!

Tom
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Thomas A. Schmeling
Dept. of Political Science
Rhode Island College
(401) 456-8722
"All my favorite songs have had lyrics I didn't quite understand" -Brian Eno
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