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SAFEWASTE Tnn 1 1 KOMBOTANK01 TANKS 1 . IMPORTAN INFORMATION 2.7. All installation of aboveground tanks must be approved and I nspected by the local AHJ. Contact the local AHJ for the 1 .1 . Proper installation of each tank is essential : required permits. • To ensure the safety of all the individuals involved 2.8. If a facility has an aboveground oil storage tank that has in the installation , a capacity greater than 660 gallons, or if the facility has • Torevent tank damage and/or failure, which could lead aboveground oil storage tanks with a total capacity greater than p 9 to product loss and environmental contamination. 1 ,320 gallons, the facility must have a Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) plan. This plan is required by the • To validate the tank warranty. Code of Federal Regulations, Section 40 Part 112. Consult 40 CFR 112 for the required regulations. 1 .2. In addition to these instructions, the installation miist comply with NFPA (30, 30A, and 31 ), and all applicable Federal, 3 . TANK PLACEMENT AND ANCHORING State, Local or Provincial, construction, safety and environmental codes and regulations. 3.1 . The tank is designed for lifting and positioning with the use of a t .3. An variances or deviations which are in direct conflict with fork lift or crane. If a crane is used, the straps must be positioned Any underneath the bottom of the system's cabinet. these published installation instructions must be approved in writing prior to the installation by Containment Solutions. 3.2. Local codes may require the system to be protected by 4" x 7' steel, concrete-filled barrier poles. The barrier poles should 1 .4. The presence of any Containment Solutions representative at be installed around the tank. The poles should be installed on the job site does not relieve the installer of responsibility to center at 18" — 24" (or according to local codes). The barrier poles follow these instructions. must be buried in concrete 3' deep with 4' above the ground Ievel. The poles must be painted safety yellow in color. 2 . 1 3.3. NOTE: Poles must not impede the normal operation of the 2. 1 . Handle tank carefully. Use cables or chains of adequate length system access door which, when completely open, will rest (not more than 90 degrees between the chains) attached to parallel with the side of the system cabinet. lifting lugs provided. Oversize hooks will tear the lift lugs--use 3.4. Ground the tank according to local code and National electrical shackles, if necessary. code requirements. / R 3.5. The tank is designed to be anchored to a concrete foundation Toavoiddamagetothetank, donotapplyairpressure tothe interstitial with 3/4" concrete anchor bolts. If the tank will be installed in a space betweenthewallsofadoublewalltankwithoutpressure inthe seismic zone, consult the factory for the specific design of the primarytankrNeverapplyairpressuretotheinterstitialspacethatis concrete pad and anchoring system. higher than the air pressure in the primary tank 4a AIRLINE CONNECTION 2.2. For compliance with model fire and building codes, the tank 4. 1 . Use 1/2" galvanized steel air lines to connect the system to the must be tested in the field before filling or use. The inner tank nearest compressed air source. should be pressurized with air to a maximum of 3 psig. If the tank is a double-wall tank, the inner tank should be pressurized 4.2. The 1/z" air line is connected to the 1/2" couple located on the to a maximum of 3 psig, then the outer tank should be left hand side of the system enclosure cabinet. The line is to be pressurized to a maximum of 2psig. The test pressure should anchored securely in accordance with local plumbing codes. . be held for 1 hour. Use a gauge with a 0 to15 psig dial span. Set pressure relief valve in test air supply line at 3 psig. While the 4.3. Install a 1/i' Ball Valve within 3' of the of the discharge area of the tank is holding pressure, brush a water and soap solution on the oil drain caddie. weld seams. 4.4. All fire wall penetrations should be made in accordance I 2.3. Do not leave pressurized tank unattended . with local codes. Seal all voids with a UL approved fire wall penetration sealant. 2.4. Do not stand in front of tank heads or fittings when pressurizing i tank. 4.5. An in-line water filter or air dryer must be installed between the air source and the ball valve to prevent water from clogging the 2.5. Be sure all drain plugs are secure by applying suitable thread diaphragm pump and shut-off valve. sealant or pipe dope around plugs. 4.6. Coat all iron pipe fittings and joints with a rust resistive primer. 2.6. Model fire codes require the installation of emergency and 4.7. Check and adjust the air/filter regulator (included with the normal vents on the top of the tank. Consult with the local J 9 Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ ) and the Hire codes for the system) to 50 psig. This pressure setting is the optimum setting proper installation. for the system . Maximum pressure limit is 100 psig. _ 5 . SUCT ION • • 5. 1 . The system comes with a 3/4" x 8' UL listed hardwall suction hose Do not cut or weld on any tank I and a dry-break quick connect coupler. The female coupler that contains flammable or remains attached to the suction hose, and the male coupler is combustible liquids, or vapors. attached to the pipe connection on the top of the oil collection Fire or an explosion may result caddie. 5.2. At tank Caddie Discharge: If caddie will be emptied at the tank, connect the 3/4" male swivel end of the suction hose to the coupler that is located on the left hand side of the system's cabinet. r 1