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11 2.1.3.5. Do not roll the tank to move it. 2.1.3.6. When handling a tank with a bottom sump or fitting, always take extra care so that the bottom sump or fitting is not damaged by contact with any other object, such as the truck bed or the ground. 2.1.4. Whenever a tank is temporarily placed aboveground at the site, chock it in place to prevent rolling. (See FIGURE 2-3.) Tie the tank down if high winds are expected. FIGURE 2-3 3.1. GENERAL 3.1.1. Xerxes tanks are tested prior to shipment, but the tank must be retested at the site prior to installation — even if shipped with the optional vacuum in the interstitial space or wet interstitial space — in order to verify the absence of shipping and handling damage. 3.1.2. The tester is responsible for verifying that all of the test equipment is in good working condition, and is properly configured and calibrated. 3.1.3. Construct a test manifold with two air -supply gauges as shown in FIGURE 3-1. Each air -supply gauge must have a maximum full-scale reading of 15 psig with 1/4 -Ib. or 1/10 -Ib. increments, and a pressure -relief device set at 6 psig [4 psig for 12 -foot -diameter tanks]. Air -Supply Air•Supply Valve Gauge Air -Supply Gauge r Pressure -Relief Dev ce FIGURE 3-1 3.1.4. In air tests, temperature change could be a factor in changes in gauge readings. Note: Multiple test manifolds are required to test multicompartment tanks. 3.1.5. It is the installer's responsibility to select a thread sealant that is compatible with the product being stored. Some sealants cannot be used with some products. Remove, clean and redope all factory -furnished temporary plugs with appropriate thread sealant. Install permanent plugs in all openings where piping will not be installed. Make sure all manway bolts are tightened, and fitting plugs are properly doped and sealed. Ll 3.1.6. When checking the tank for leaks during an air/soap test, rotate the tank to check the bottom, unless it is a tank filled with monitoring fluid. Ia icy deli Never rotate a tank filled with monitoring fluid. See SECTION 3.4. and SECTION 34 for instructions regarding these tanks. 3.1.7. Before rotating the tank during an air/soap test, place protective material on the area on which the tank will be rotated. Make sure the area is flat and is free of large or sharp objects, such as rocks, which may damage the tank. 3.1.8. Rotate the tank slowly and carefully to avoid developing too much momentum. Momentum can grow because fittings on top of the tank make it top heavy. Make sure the tank's fittings and manways never touch the ground. Do not rotate the tank more than 1200 from the initial starting point. WARNING Always secure the tank before moving or lifting it This is commonly done by connecting a crane or backhoe to the lifting lugs. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury. WARNING While moving or lifting the tank, do not position any part of your body underneath the tank. This could result in death or serious injury. WARNING Do not lift or hoist a tank under pressure. This could result in death or serious injury. 3.1.9. Refer to the appropriate section below for instructions for the following situations: 3.1.9.1. For testing a single-wall tank, see SECTION 3.2. 3.1.9.2. For testing a double-wall tank with a dry interstitial space, see SECTION 3.3. 3.1.9.3. For testing a double-wall tank with a wet interstitial space, see SECTION 3.4. 3.1.9.4. For testing a single-wall multicompartment tank with a single-wall bulkhead, see SECTION 3.5. 3.1.9.5. For testing a single-wall multicompartment tank with double-wall bulkhead(s), see SECTION 3.6. 3.1.9.6. For testing a double-wall multicompartment tank with a dry interstitial space, see SECTION 3.7. 3.1.9.7. For testing a double-wall multicompartment tank with a wet interstitial space, see SECTION 3.8. 3.1.10. If damage is detected, do not attempt repairs. Contact the UST coordinator at the Xerxes plant nearest you. Telephone and fax numbers are found on the back cover of this manual.