Gasoline

Inspector testing meters on heating oil trucks for accuracy and that the price is computed correctly.

Within the city limits, gasoline meters must be accurate with a maintenance tolerance of 1cubic inch per gallon (231 cu. in = 1 gallon) or 4/10ths of 1 percent. Heating oil truck meters must be within 75 cu.ins. per 100 gallons (3/10ths of 1 percent. One of the must important test is, air elimination, so that no trapped air in the system will go through the meter and be counted as fuel and charged to the customer.

Gasoline meter being tested for accuracy.
Signage will be looked at for correctness.
Pump will be inspected for leaks.
Customer indicator, that all elements work.
Inside read out must be in agreement with
primary customer indicator on the pump.

There are over 1,800 gasoline meters to be tested annually plus any consumer complaints. There are 68 heating truck meters to be tested annually. If meters are out of tolerance they are rejected and/or condemned and must be recalibrated within a specific time. If they are approve then a seal is applied showing when last inspected.

Gas Stations