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2.2.3.2.When using multiple lifting lugs,the angle of the lifting ways take extra care so that the bottom sump or fitting is not sling should never exceed 30 degrees—see FIGURE 2-1. damaged by contact with any other object,such as the truck bed or the ground. j 2.3. STORING TANKS 2.3.1.Whenever a tank is temporarily placed above the ground at the site,place it on a smooth,solid, level area that is clear of large rocks,trash and debris,and then chock it in place to prevent rolling.See FIGURE 2-3. A WARNING Always chock the tank.The tank is heavy and has a large surface area.The tank will roll on sloped surfaces and could be blown about by the wind.Movement of the tank could re- sult in death or serious injury. 30-degree 2.3.2.Tie the tank down if high winds are expected. Do not ma>omum use wire rope or chains.See FIGURE 2-3. 2.3.2.1. Never place tie-down straps over collars or reservoirs. FIGURE 2-1 2.2.3.3.When the tank is not rotated(the tank is upright), use Tie all liking lugs to unload and install the tank.See FIGURE 2-2. Downs 2.2.3.4.Some tanks are rotated on the truck for shipping pur- Sandbags Tank Tres poses.These tanks have extra lifting lug(s)to aid in the load- ing/unloading process.See FIGURE 2-2. 2.2.3.4.1.To unload these tanks,use the lifting lugs that are situated on top of the tank in its rotated position. 2.2.3.4.2.To install the tank,carefully rotate the tank to its up- right position and then use all lifting lugs situated on top of the FIGURE 2-3 tank in its upright position.See FIGURE 2-2. 2.3.3.Whenever a tank is temporarily placed above the ground at the site,always take extra care so water does not Top of tank in rotated position enter the collar.Xerxes recommends that the tank be rotated and/or the collar covered. Lifting lugs to be Lifting lugs to be used when tank is in t used when tank is in CAUTION upright position rotated position If water enters the collar,it could freeze and may result in damage to the tank and/or collar. 2.3.4.Ensure that the tank is UV-protected if it will be stored above the ground for an extended period of time,typically 12 Top of tank in upright position months depending on the geographic location of installation. t 3. PREINSTALLATION INSPECTION Lifting lugs to be AND TESTING used when tank is in upright position 3.1. GENERAL A WARNING Do not conduct preinstallation testing while the tank is on a trailer.Failure to follow this warning could result in death or serious injury. FIGURE 2-2 1 CAUTION 2.2.4. Do not wrap chain or cable around the tank at any time, Do not put product in the tank until all necessary preinstalla- including when securing the tank on the ground. tion inspection and testing is completed.Failure to follow this caution may result in property damage. 2.2.5. Use guide ropes to guide the tank when needed. 2.2.6.When handling a tank with a bottom sump or fitting,al- 3