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PEI/ RP120012 <br /> 6.2. 1 Purpose , This method is used to test the S. If the spill bucket is found to have cracks, loose <br /> integrity of single - walled spill buckets or the pri � parts or separation of the bucket from the fill <br /> mary containment of secondarily contained spill pipe, it is not considered to be liquid-tight. This <br /> buckets . visually indicates a test failure . .� <br /> 6 . 2 . 2 Description of Test. The spill bucket is NOTE* If the fill cap is not included in the <br /> filled with water. The water level is measured at the spill bucket test and/or the cap is not tight, it <br /> beginning and end of the test. could be the source of potential fuel contami- <br /> 6 .2.5 Test Equipment . Test equipment shall nation from waster intrusion . <br /> include : <br /> NOTE: Before permanently plugging, ensure <br /> water' that local regulations allow the drain valve to <br /> measuring stick that is accurate to within 1 / 16 be permanently plugged. <br /> (0.()63 ) inch find of sufficient length ; <br /> • plumber ' s plug ( appropriate size, if used) ; 6 . 2 . 5 Test Procedure . <br /> • stopwatch or other tine- measurement device 1. Add water to the spill bucket to a level within <br /> capable of measuring a 1 -second increment . 1 . 5 inches of the top of the spill bucket . Allow i <br /> the water to settle for 5 minutes before the initial <br /> 6. 2 .4 Preparation, water level measurement is taken. <br /> 1. Care should be taken when conducting the test 2. Place the measuring stick vertically at the lowest <br /> in the rain or during freezing weather condi - point in the spill bucket and extending above the <br /> Lions, water level to allow for an accurate measure- <br /> 2. Remove and properly dispose of any liquid and ment to be taken . The location of the measuring <br /> debris ( leaves, sediment and trash ) in the spill stick must remain the same for each water level <br /> bucket . Clean the spill bucket and examine it for measurement , Document the initial water level <br /> damage , defects or improperly installed compos measurement as measured from the bottom of <br /> nents. if there tire loose components (e.g . , loose the spill bucket , Alternative measurement meth- <br /> band clamps or bolts ), tighten these items before ods may be used provided that measurement to <br /> conducting the integrity test. if there are items 1 / 16 ( 0 . 063 ) inch can be made , <br /> flint must be repaired or replaced (e . g. , deterio- 3 . Take all precautions to prevent the water level <br /> rated gaskets/seals or drain valves), notify the from being disturbed during the duration of the <br /> owner/operator. test . <br /> 3. Examine the fill cap and adapter fitting for 4. Alter I hour. document the ending water level <br /> loose, missing or damaged parts, and make measurements <br /> necessary repairs . Complete any repairs before S. Upon completion of the test , remove and itis • <br /> putting, water in the spill bucket . Make sure that pose of the water according to Section 6 . 7 , and <br /> the seal ori the fill cap is pnesgnt and in good dry the inside of the spill bucket before returning <br /> condition . The cap must fit securely and be leak- it to service. <br /> Light on the riser. The water level during the test <br /> typically will be above the cap, so a leaking cap 6. 2 .6 Pass/ Fall Criteria. If the water level has <br /> will result in a failed test . As an alternative to a dropped less than 1 /8 (0. 125 ) inch, the spill bucket <br /> tight fill cap, use a plumber 's plug in the fill riser passes the integrity test. <br /> if approved by the authority having jurisdiction <br /> ( AHJ ) and tank owner. If the water level has dropped 1 /8 (0. 125 ) inch or <br /> 4. The spillbucket drain valve; if present , must greater, the spill bucket fails the integrity test. <br /> be leak-tight to pass the test . If it is not leak- 6 . 3 Spilt Bucket Integrity Testing — Vacuum Test <br /> Light , it may be possible to simply remove and Method . <br /> permanently plug the drain valve, However, if <br /> you choose to permanently plug, ensure that the 6 . 3 . 1 Purpose. This method is used to test the <br /> local regulations allow this modification . inti urity of single- wallets spill buckets or the pri - <br /> peLorg <br /> i <br />