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2.2.3.When hoisting and guiding the tank,see Figures 2.1 and 2-2, 2.2.6.When handling a tank with a bottom sump orfitting,always take and follow these instructions: extra care so that the bottom sump or fitting is not damaged by contact • choose suitable lifting sling(s)for the tank being installed with any other object,such as the truck bed or the ground. • when using multiple lifting lugs,the angle of the lifting sling 2.3.STORING TANKS should never exceed 30 degrees from vertical—see Figure 2-1 • when the tank is shipped upright,use all lifting lugs to unload 2.3.1.Whenever a tank is temporarily placed above the ground and install the tank—see Figure 2-2 at the site,place it on a smooth,solid,level area that is clear of large • some tanks are rotated on the truck for shipping purposes. rocks,trash and debris,and then chock it in place to prevent rolling. These tanks have extra lifting lug(s)to aid in the loading/unloading A WARNING process—see Figure 2-2 • use the lifting lugs that are situated on top of the tank in its rotated Always chock the tank.The tank is heavy and has a large surface position to offload the tank from the truck and place it on the ground. area.The tank will roll on sloped surfaces and could be blown • to install the tank,once it has been placed on the ground,carefully about by the wind.Movement of the tank could result in death rotate the tank to its upright position and then use all lifting lugs or serious injury. situated on top of the tank in its upright position—see Figure 2-2 2.3.2.Tie the tank down if high winds are expected.Do not use wire rope or chains.Doing so could damage the tank. Figure 2-1 2.3.3.Never place tie-down straps over collars,reservoirs or access openings. 2.3.4.Whenever tank is temporarily placed above the ground at the site,always take extra care so water does not enter the collar. We recommend that the tank be rotated and/or the collar covered. 2.3.5. Ensure that the tank is UV-protected if it will be stored above the ground for an extended period of time,typically 12 months depending on the geographic location of the installation. NOTICE If water enters the collar,it could freeze and could result in damage to the tank and/or collar. 300 3: PREINSTALLATION Max INSPECTION AND TESTING 3.1.GENERAL Figure 2-2 A WARNING Do not conduct preinstallation testing while the tank is on a trailer. TOP OF TANK IN Lifting lugs to be Failure to follow this warning could result in death or serious injury. ROTATED POSITION used when tank is NOTICE in rotated position. Do not put product in the tank until all necessary preinstallation inspection and testing is completed.Failure to follow this notice Lifting lugs to be used when could result in property damage tank is in upright position. 3.1.1.The applicable inspection and testing procedures in sections 3 TOP OF TANK IN and 4 must be performed to validate the applicable limited warranty. UPRIGHT POSITION 3.1.2.All tanks are tested and inspected at the factory prior to shipment.However,in order to verify the absence of any damage resulting from shipping or handling,prior to installation all tanks Lifting lugs to be used when must also be inspected at the site.Some tanks must also be tested tank is in upright position. at the site prior to installation according to the applicable procedures. 2.2.4.Do not wrap chain or cable around the tank at any time, A WARNING including when securing the tank on the ground. Do not lift or hoist a tank under pressure.Failure to follow this warning could result in death or serious injury. 2.2.5.Use guide ropes to guide the tank when needed. 3.1.3.Not all tanks are pressure-testable in the field.We recommend A WARNING the pressure test on any tank that can be safely sealed for testing. Do not use guide lugs for lifting.Failure to follow this warning See section 4 for pressure-test instructions.If a tank needs to be could result in death,serious injury or property damage. hydrostatically tested,see section 4 and follow those instructions. 15