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C1. Preparation • Tanks may arrive at jobsite with monitoring fluid already installed in annular space. • If tank arrives without monitoring fluid pre-installed, annular space can be filled with monitoring fluid after tanks have been placed in the excavation. Do • Fill annular space before filling the tank. • Remove primary tank fitting plug. • Inspect inner tank for leaks. Do Not • Put any product in the inner tank without setting and backfilling to tank top. Do Not Enter Tank • Entry can result in: ASPHYXIATION EXPLOSION FIRE C2. Antifreeze Solutions Antifreeze solutions are needed if ambient or product delivered temperature drops below freezing. Chemically Accepted Antifreeze Solutions • Propylene glycol (food grade). ❑ Always mix before pouring into tank cavity. • Calcium chloride (non-toxic brine). ❑ Is premixed and ready to use. Note: Before selecting antifreeze, always consult local environmental codes for possible restrictions. Freeze Protection % Glycol Mixture (with water) Brine 20°F 20% n/a 0°F 30% n/a -20°F 40% n/a -40°F 50% premixed* *As supplied by Owens-Corning C3. Jobsite Safety Precautions AWARNING Always wear safety glasses and protective clothing when mixing or handling any antifreeze solution. 14 • If any of the following accidents occur, quickly take the steps listed. • Contact with eyes (may cause minor eye injuries). ❑ Promptly flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. ❑ Get medical attention. • Contact with skin (may cause minor skin irritations). ❑ Promptly flush skin with plenty of water. • Ingestion (may cause gastrointestinal irritation or ulceration). ❑ Induce vomiting (if swallowed). ❑ Immediately consult a physician. • Spillage (may cause surfaces on which people walk to remain wet longer). ❑ Flush area with plenty of water. C4. Filling the Annular Space If tank is shipped with annular space empty, follow these instructions. • Where safety conditions dictate: ❑ Backfill the tank first. ❑ Then fill the annular space. • Where jobsite conditions permit: ❑ Fill the annular space with liquid prior to backfilling. • For Type II tank models: ❑ Contractor may slope tank 2" to minimize trapped air (which may cause a false alarm at a later date) in the cavity. High End of Tank Fiberglas® Reservoir Optional 2" Slope Hydrostatic Monitor System Preparation For Filling (If reservoir is located near end of tank). • Set tank in excavation with Fiberglas reservoir (see note 2 below) placed at the high end of tank. • Remove 4" NPT fitting plug in top of reservoir (see note 2 below) prior to filling the annular space. • Place a standpipe in reservoir (see note 2 below) fitting. • Remove 4" NPT fitting plug in 4" monitoring fitting located on the other end of tank. • Place standpipe in 4" monitoring fitting. ❑ Standpipes (2" diameter or larger recommended) must be a minimum 4' higher than the tank top. Notes: 1. Since smaller capacity 6' and 8' diameter tanks only have 4" fittings in Fiberglas reservoir, place one standpipe in reservoir fitting. 2.4' diameter tanks have no reservoir. Place a 4" riser (contractor supplied) into 4" annular space fitting.