Petrol Pump Scam In today’s time it has become a problem for many people. There are many news reports in which the attendants or owners of petrol pumps cleverly charge more money by giving less petrol/diesel to the customers. This fraud happens in many ways, like not zeroing the meter, running the meter at high speed, using tricks in the nozzle, adulteration or giving poor quality fuel.
However, you can easily avoid these by adopting some smart tips and tricks. If you too have ever been a victim of fraud at fuel stations, then read this news completely. We have brought some easy solutions for you, so that your pocket remains safe and your money is not wasted.
1. Always check the meter at zero
The first and most important thing before filling petrol is to check the digital meter of the dispensing machine whether it is completely set to 0.00 or not. Many times the attendants start pumping on old readings only, due to which you get less fuel and the bill comes higher. If the meter is not zero, immediately ask for a reset. Never ignore hearing “look at zero”.
2. Fill fuel in odd amount only
Do not fill petrol in round figures like ₹500, ₹1000 or ₹2000. Instead choose odd amounts like ₹503, ₹1009, ₹1507 or ₹734. By doing this it becomes difficult to cheat the attendant, because round amounts can be cheated. Odd amounts give you precise control.
3. Be sure to check the nozzle and seal
The machine and nozzle of the petrol pump should have the seal or seal of the Weight and Measurement Department (Legal Metrology). If the seal is broken, appears to be tampered with or the number does not match, do not fill fuel at that pump. Many times the amount of fuel is reduced by placing a small magnet or trick in the nozzle. The auto-cut nozzle is also tricked into stopping intermittently, so keep an eye on the nozzle.
4. Stand on the pump and watch the entire process
While filling fuel, get out of the vehicle and keep an eye on the meter, nozzle and every action of the attendant. You can be cheated even while talking on the phone, looking away or getting entangled in a conversation. Many times the attendants run the meter at high speed, which can lead to reduction.
5. Keep an eye on mileage and quality
If you feel that the mileage is suddenly decreasing, then it may be a sign that the fuel is being adulterated. To avoid this, always fill fuel at branded pumps (IOCL, BPCL, HPCL), because the quality check is more strict there. If you have any doubt, you can also lodge a complaint by calling these numbers-
IOCL: 1800-233-3555
BPCL: 1800-22-4344
HPCL: 1800-233-3555