Thermo King T-1000M, Installation Manual

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Installing the Steel Fuel Tank
IMPORTANT: Observe the positioning of existing OEM fasteners on the
vehicle frame. The four fasteners used to install the fuel tank brackets
must be located on the frame no higher and no lower than any existing
OEM fasteners.
1. The fuel tank mounting brackets should be positioned 610 mm (24.00
in.) apart to properly support the combined weight of 118 kg (260 lbs.)
which includes the fuel tank, mounting brackets and 30 gallons of
diesel fuel.
• Measure and mark the location of the four mounting holes on the
frame.
• Use a 17 mm (11/16 in.) drill bit and drill four holes in the frame.
2. Install each fuel tank mounting bracket securely onto the truck’s frame
with two, 1/2 -13, Grade 5 bolts, flat washers and locking nuts.
Substitutions are not acceptable!
• Torque the bolts to 81-88 N•m (60-65 ft-lb.).
3. Install the mounting bands T-bolts onto the mounting brackets with flat
washers and locking nuts.
4. Install the fuel tank into the mounting bands.
• Torque the upper mounting band T-bolts to 47 N•m (35 ft-lb.).
IMPORTANT: Do not over tighten the mounting band bolts or damage to
the bands will result!
DANGER: An improperly installed fuel tank could lead to serious
injury or death! Consult your truck’s chassis manufacturer for
specific details on proper fuel tank installation and
recommendations.