In this news post we cover some of the frequently asked questions on Diesel Tank Snake.

Can I attach multiple Diesel Tank Snake's together?

No. the Diesel Tank Snake must be matched to the size of the tank.

Can I place this into equipment and continue to use it?

You can but be cautious about. The material the Diesel Tank Snake is made out of is super strong and will hold up, however, if the string breaks or falls into the tank, the Diesel Tank Snake may be difficult to fish out. It is designed for unit going into storage.

Can the Diesel Tank Snake be reused?

Yes it can. The Diesel Tank Snake can be reused up to 10 times. However, the condition of the tank and fuel can limit the number of times it is reused.

 How big will the Diesel Tank Snake get?

It will not get any bigger than the outer mesh material.

How do I use the Diesel Tank Snake?

After opening the package, attach the string to one end of the Diesel Tank Snake and the other end to the fuel cap or the chain on the fuel cap. Place Diesel Tank Snake into the Diesel tank. Check the Diesel Tank Snake after a day. 

How much water will the Diesel Tank Snake absorb?

This really depends on the length of the Diesel Tank Snake, however it is approximately 1 ounce per inch

I used all of the diesel up that was in my diesel tank, can I still use the Diesel Tank Snake in another tank of diesel fuel?

Yes you can. the Diesel Tank Snake can be used up to 10 times. 

My Diesel Tank Snake swelled after just a few hours in the diesel tank. Does this mean it is full already?

Yes. Remove it and let it dry out then place back into the tank. 2 Diesel Tank Snakes would work best in this scenario as there is a lot of water in the tank. As one snake is working the other can be drying out. 

What exactly does the Diesel Tank Snake do?

The Diesel Tank Snake absorbs water that is in the diesel tank. By using the Diesel Tank Snake, microbial growth is prevented.

What size diesel tank will a Diesel Tank Snake fit into?

The size of the Diesel Tank Snake and tank are normally matched up. If the tank is 4 feet long, a 3 foot snake should be used. Proper clearance on both ends of the snake must be maintained to allow for expansion.

When should I remove my Diesel Tank Snake?

After the Diesel Tank Snake has been in the fuel tank for at least 1 day remove it to check its status. If it is swollen, remove and let air dry. Then replace into the tank. 

When should I use the Diesel Tank Snake?

Anytime the unit will be sitting for more than a couple of weeks, or all of the time in a diesel tank.

Will the Diesel Tank Snake absorb the water that is sitting on the bottom of the tank?

Yes it will absorb the water.

Will the Diesel Tank Snake freeze if there is water in it?

Yes, the Diesel Tank Snake can freeze if the temperature gets cold enough. No harm will come to the snake if it does freeze as it is flexible.

Will the Diesel Tank Snake prevent microbial growth in the tank?

Yes it will. By removing the water from the tank, microbial growth has nowhere to breed.

Will the Diesel Tank Snake remove microbial growth in the tank?

No. The microbial growth must be cleaned out with either a fungicide or by polishing the fuel.