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E Proper installation is essential to the expected product life and performance of Moderns "GS1746" Underground Storage Tank. This tank must be installed in accordance with these installation instructions, the latest issue of N.F.P.A. 30 and 31 pamphlet, the PE -100 and local authorities having jurisdiction over underground tank installations and codes. Underground tank burial is a specialized skill, which requires practical experience combined with careful adherence to recognized good practices and procedures. If you do not have proper experience in tank installations, contact a contractor who does. The presence of a Modem Welding Company representative at installation sites does not in any way relieve the installing contractor of the responsibility to follow the published installation instructions. For the Modern "GS1746" Underground Storage Tank warranty to be initiated, the Installation Checklist must be properly filled out by the installation contractor and tank owner. The checklist must be returned to the Modern Welding Company subsidiary from which the tank was fabricated. A copy of the Installation Checklist must be kept by the tank owner and installing contractor to validate any future warranty claim. The Installation Checklist must be returned within 30 I days after date of installation or 90 days after the shipment date to jobsite, whichever comes first. "Safety llways" - Safety is of utmost importance. Always follow OSHA guidelines for tank excavations. i ill 11 111 ii I, D C 13MOU 12 110 LCT -11 OPI R-01TPUA lopr� The customer is responsible for properly unloading tank. Tanks may not be unloaded by the driver delivering the tank. Extreme caution shall be used when handling the tank. Do not drop or roll the tank. Equipment to lift and lower the tank shall be of sufficient capacity to do so without dragging or dropping the tank. The tank shall be lifted and lowered using the lifting lugs or lifting device provided. Cables or chains used shall be of adequate length to provide the proper angle of rigging to prevent undo stress on tank at lifting lugs. Maximum angle of the sling shall be 60 degrees. No circumstances warrant the use of chains or slings placed around the tank shell. This will damage tank's exterior coating. Visually inspect the tank exterior for damage at time of delivery. Any extreme gouging or abrasion should be carefully reviewed, noted and appropriate corrective action taken. Note on the delivery "Bill of Lading" any damage so the Modem Welding Company driver representative, can confirm damaged area. Contact the "Modem" subsidiary from which the tank was purchased for notification of damage and proper repair procedure. If tank is stored on site prior to installation, a secure area shall be chosen. Special attention shall be considered in selecting the storage location to assure the absence of rocks and foreign objects that might cause damage to the tank's exterior.