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15.3.3.8.1. preinstallation air test 15.3.4.4.After determining the starting point,adjust the moni- <br /> 15.3.3.8.2. rise in groundwater level toring fluid based on the product level. <br /> 15.3.3.8.3. backfill compaction 15.3.4.4.1. If the tank is between 1/4 and 1/2 full of product, <br /> the proper operating level for the monitoring fluid is at the <br /> 15.3.3.8.4. ballasting. starting point. '.. <br /> 15.3.3.9.Check and record the monitoring-fluid level during 15.3.4.4.2.If the tank is between empty and 1/4 full,the <br /> the installation process.See the Tank Installation Checklist. proper operating level for the monitoring fluid is about 1 to 1- <br /> 15.3.4. SETTING THE LEVEL OF THE 1/2 inches below the starting point. <br /> MONITORING FLUID 15.3.4.4.3. If the tank is between 1/2 full and full,the proper <br /> 15.3.4.1.After backfilling and top-slab placement is com- operating level for the monitoring fluid is about 1 to 1-1/2 <br /> pleted,check the level of the monitoring fluid in the reservoir inches above the starting point. <br /> and set the monitoring fluid to the proper level. 15.3.4.5.Add or remove monitoring fluid to reach the proper <br /> NOTE: Failure to set the monitoring-fluid level properly may operating level for the monitoring fluid. <br /> lead to false alarms. 15.3.4.6. If a TRUCHEK test is required after installation,follow <br /> 15.3.4.2.Once the tank is installed,the level of the monitoring the procedures in the Xerxes TRUCHEK brochure. <br /> fluid may fluctuate due to such things as: 15.3.4.6.1.After this test,reset the monitoring-fluid level to a <br /> 15.3.4.2.1. product level position based on the product level. <br /> 15.3.4.2.2.groundwater fluctuation 16. INSTALLING CONTAINMENT SUMPS <br /> 15.3.4.2.3.tank filling and emptying 16.1. GENERAL <br /> 15.3.4.2.4. product-temperature variation. 16.1.1.Xerxes containment sumps come in a variety of mod- <br /> 15.3.43.To establish the proper operating level for monitoring els and sizes, including single-wall and double-wall models, <br /> fluid,decide what type of monitoring probe will be used in and round and flat-sided models. <br /> order to determine the initial starting point for the level in the 16.1.1.1. Instructions for the different models are found in <br /> reservoir. Xerxes'supplemental materials.See SECTION 20 for informa- <br /> 15.3.4.3.1.The typical probe has two sensors(a high-fluid tion on where to obtain supplemental instructions, <br /> level and a low-fluid level).When using a two-sensor probe, 16.1.2.The containment sump provides an enclosure for a <br /> the starting point(the proper level for the monitoring fluid)is submersible pump and a termination point for secondary pip- <br /> midway between the two sensors. ing systems. <br /> 15.3.4.3.2. If using something other than a two-sensor probe, 16.1.2.1. It provides containment of product from the pump <br /> use 7 inches from the top of the tank as the starting point for and/or piping connections. <br /> the monitoring-fluid level. <br /> 16.1.2.2. Itis designed to be monitored continuously using <br /> NOTE:When using a probe,do not raise it off the tank to electronic sensors. <br /> meet the monitoring-fluid level.The probe must remain up- <br /> right and in contact with the top of the tank at all times. See 16.1.3.Consult federal,state and local codes and regulations <br /> FIGURE 15-2. to ensure proper monitoring compliance. <br /> 16.1.4.All Xerxes containment sumps must be isolated from <br /> traffic loads. <br /> Top slab(by others) 16.1.5.Before installing the containment sump, perform a vi- <br /> sual inspection of the sump for potential shipping damage. <br /> Street box and electrical 16.1.6. If damage is detected,contact the plant from which <br /> Vent reservoir/standpipe hookup(by others) the tank was shipped. <br /> (by others) pP <br /> Standpipe(by others) CAUTION <br /> Probe cable(by others) Always wear eye protection and gloves when handling, <br /> Reservoir grinding,cutting and attaching the containment sump unit. <br /> Probe(by others) Failure to do so may result in minor or moderate injury. <br /> Monitoring-fluid level NOTICE <br /> Tank rib(cut away for <br /> (�(t sensor placement) not drop the containment sump assembly components <br /> or <br /> II II or allow the sump body to roll.Since high winds could dam- <br /> age the sump components, protect and secure all pieces if <br /> windy conditions arise. Failure to follow this notice may re- <br /> FIGURE 15-2 sult in damage to surrounding property. <br /> 23 <br />