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PEI/RP1200-12 <br /> 6.2.1 Purpose. This method is used to test the 5.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 /> 6.2.3 Test Equipment. Test equipment shall nation from water intrusion. <br /> !,i:lude: <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 /> (().063) inch and of sufficient length; <br /> • plumber's plug(appropriate size, if used); 6.2.5 Test Procedure. <br /> • stopwatch or other time-measurement deN ice L Add water to the spill bucket to a levelwithin <br /> capable of measuring a 1-second increment 1.5 inches of the top of the spill bucket. Allow <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- paint in the spill bucket and extending above the <br /> tions, water level to allow for an accurate measure- <br /> 2.Remove and properly dispose of any liquid and mens 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 compo- measurement as measured from the bottom of ,../ <br /> nents. If there are 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 /> that 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.After 1 hour. document the ending water level <br /> loose, missing or damaged parts, and make measurement. <br /> necessary repairs. Complete any repairs before g,Upon completion of the test, remove and dis- <br /> putting water in the spill bucket_Make sure that pose of the water according to Section 6.7, and <br /> the seal on the fill cap is present and in good dry the inside of the spill bucket before returning <br /> condition.The cap must fit securely and be leak- <br /> tight on the riser.The water level during the test it to service. <br /> typically will be above the cap. so a leaking cap 6.2.6 Pass/Fail Criteria. If the water level has <br /> will result in a failed test.As an alternative to a dropped less than 118(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 /> (Al-IJ)and tank owner. If the water level has dropped 1/8 (0.125) inch or <br /> greater, the spill bucket fails the integrity test. <br /> 4.The spill-bucket drain valve, if present, must <br /> be leak-tight to pass the test. If it is not leak- 6.3 Spill Bucket Integrity Testing — Vacuum Test <br /> tight, 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. integrity of single-walled spill buckets or the pri- <br /> i� pei.org <br />