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Test Protocol 1. Examine the area under and around the ConVault(pavement,drip pan,soil)for signs of movement or settlement that could lead to system performance problems. 2. Examine the area under and around the ConVaultfor signs of spills and if any are found,document the location relative to the ConVault tank. d. Examine the exterior(sides and bottom)of the ConVault noting any cracks and/or damage to the concrete outer layer. 4. During the inspection ofthe ConVault exterior pay particular attention to any signs of fuel or oil leaks that may manifest as staining on the exterior ofthe concrete or dirt,dust or soil that may adhere to spilled fuel or oil.Document the location and nature of any signs of dol droll on the exterior(sides and bottom). 5. Fuel or oil spills on the side of a ConVault emanating from the top of the tank will be addressed in later sections of this document 6. If fuel or oil is found in specific areas ofthe side or bottom of the ConVault the owner/user should be notified immediately. Inquire as to the time frame the owner/user first noticed the spill. ii. Note whetherany fuel oroil has accumulated on the surface underthe ConVaultwhich can be specifically related to the location or fuel or oil present on the exterior (side and botrom).It any fuel or ail is rioted on the surface under the ConVault,the owner/user should be notified immediately and the owner/user should take irurnediate steps to notify any appropriate governing authorities. If no evidence of leakage is noted on the exterior of the concrete containment layer then the inspection report indicate so. T Examine the top of the ConVault.Note: Deamination of the top of the ConVault may involve persons walking on top of the tank and appropriate safety precautions should be implemented to Insure the safety or the inspector from falls or injury related to tripping upon hardware.If appropriate a second person should be utlllzed to assist. 8. While inspecting thetopofthe tank,first locate and notethe location,configuration,condition andtypes ofanyphr"bing, meters and dispensing equipment. L Minorfuel spillage on top of the ConVault is not uncommon and may make it difficult to determine the actual source of leaksAnyleaks directly related to the plumbing,meters,dispensing equipment or other hardware used to load or dispense fuel should be rioted.Rust or other deterioration should also be noted. ii. Closely Inspect the interfaces between Lhe steel connections protruding firm concrete. Note any areas that should be resealed to preventthe introduction of rain water into the system. a. Consult with the tank manufacturer or call 1-80o-965-322/for recommendations. Iii_ Note the condition of the concrete surface.The surface should he relatively clean and smooth without cracks, holes or other deteriorations.A functioning layer of sealant(waterproof) paint should be present across the entire surface of the concrete top. a. Use only recommended products tore-coat the top of the ConVault after thoroughly cleaning with bio-degreaser and light pressure cleaning. 888-965-3227 3 convautwrri