About compressed natural gas you refuel. This will prevent natural gas fumes (CNG) vehicle safety from getting into the CNG vehicle. In the unlikely event that the natural gas smell According to the U.S. Department of Energy’s doesn’t clear after three days, please call the Alternative Fuels Data Center, CNG vehicles are State Motor Pool Shop at 503-378-4269. much safer than gasoline-powered vehicles.(1) • CNG is lighter than air. This means CNG is What should I do if I run out of fuel? less of a fire hazard than gasoline, since it Call one of the 24-hour non-emergency assistance dissipates more quickly. phone numbers in this brochure. You will most About Compressed • CNG doesn’t ignite until reaching about likely be towed to the nearest CNG fill station. Natural Gas 1163°F, compared to gasoline which Emergency assistance: 9-1-1 ignites at about 495°F. (CNG) Vehicles • CNG has a narrow range of air concentrations 24-hour non-emergency Oregon Department of that can ignite — if there is less than 5%, or assistance more than 15% natural gas in the air, it will Administrative Services not burn. For non-emergency assistance: • CNG tanks are much thicker and stronger • During business hours than normal gas tanks. (M–F, 6:30 a.m.–6 p.m.), call the State Motor Pool office at 503-378-4377 Frequently asked questions • After hours, call 503-881-2451 or How far can I travel in a CNG vehicle? 503-580-9006. Staff will make every attempt to answer your call. If you reach You may be able to drive an average of 200 miles voicemail, please leave a message. They on a full tank (or 100 miles each way). However, will return your call as soon as possible. mileage varies depending on driving conditions, so pay attention to your fuel light. The fuel light Online resources indicates you can travel approximately 22 more State Motor Pool miles before running out of fuel, depending on Scan the QA code on the right or your driving conditions. visit us online at http://www.oregon. 1100 Airport RD SE gov/das/FleetPark/Pages/fuel.aspx Salem, OR 97301-6082 What if there is the smell of natural to learn more about State Motor 503-378-4377 gas in the vehicle? Pool services. [email protected] www.oregon.gov/das/FleetPark 1. Open all windows in the CNG vehicle. 1. Milton M, Dispelling CNG Safety Myths, Automotive-Fleet. Office hours: 2. Set the temperature controls to defrost com [cited 2017 Aug 9]. Available from http://tinyurl.com/ Monday–Friday, 6:30 a.m.–6 p.m. and open all vents on the dashboard. CNG-safety. Motor pool fuel island and car wash hours: 3. As you drive, the smell should clear out You can get this document in other languages, large print, Accessible to state employees 24/7 using of the vehicle. braille or a format you prefer. Contact the State Motor Pool at the vehicle's Voyager fuel card. Make sure to keep all windows closed any time 503-378-4377 or email [email protected]. We accept all relay calls or you can dial 711. MSC 0051 (9/2017) How to refuel CNG vehicles 7. Rotate the paddle 9. Turn the black knob Write down on the side of ON on the pump handle the CNG pump counterclockwise to The odometer mileage 1. clockwise to the the “VENT” position. 2. Your pump number “ON” position In the vehicle (toward the green arrow). 3. Use the fuel door release lever next This allows the gas to flow into to the driver’s seat to open the fuel Pull back on the the fuel tank once you have paid 10. yellow tank door. to (see step 8, below). nozzle collar Outside the vehicle disconnect it from the vehicle’s fuel tank fill port. 4. Remove the fuel tank dust cover. 8. Go to the card reader station: 11. Rotate the paddle 5. Attach the yellow CNG pump Insert and remove the OFF ● on the side of nozzle to the fuel tank fill port: Voyager card. the CNG pump ●● Firmly press the pump nozzle ● Type in the odometer mileage counterclockwise until you hear a “click.” and press “Enter.” to the to “OFF” ●● Tug to make sure there is a » ODOT employees may get a position (toward firm attachment. prompt for an ID number. the red arrow). ● Type in the pump number and press “Enter.” 12. Return the » Screen should read nozzle to the “OK, Start Pumping.” CNG pump. » You will hear a “beep.” » There is a rushing sound 6. Turn the black knob as the fuel tank fills. 13. Replace the fuel tank dust cover. on the pump handle »» Once filled, the pump will clockwise to the sound another “beep.” 14. Close the fuel tank door. “FILL” position. 15. Check the vehicle’s fuel gauge to If you need assistance during normal make sure the tank is full. business hours, please come to the front Thanks and drive safely! office or call 503-378-4377.