Westeel WaterTank Flat Roof Installation And Storage Instructions Download Page 4

 

x.  any use or installation inconsistent with Westeel’s Standard Disclaimers. 

xi.  cosmetic changes such as white rust and scratches 

 
 
5. 

Limitations as to Manufacturer.

  The warranty does not cover products sold by 

Westeel that are not manufactured by Westeel.  In those circumstances, the 
purchaser is referred to the manufacturer of those products. 
 
 

6. 

Limitation of Implied Warranties and Other Remedies

.  To the extent allowed by 

law, neither Westeel nor its dealers, nor any company affiliated with Westeel makes 
any implied or other warranties, representations, or promises as to the quality, 
performance, or freedom from defect of any Product covered by this Warranty. 

 

 

WESTEEL HEREBY DISCLAIMS, TO THE EXTENT APPLICABLE, ANY AND 
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A 
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. A PURCHASER’S ONLY REMEDIES IN CONNECTION 
WITH THIS WARRANTY ARE THOSE SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY.  IN NO 
EVENT WILL WESTEEL, ITS DEALERS, OR ANY COMPANY AFFILIATED WITH 
WESTEEL BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE 
DAMAGES.

  

Some jurisdictions do not allow waivers of certain warranties, so the above waivers 
may not apply to you.  In that event, any implied warranties are limited in duration to 
ninety (90) days from delivery of the products. You may also have other rights which 
vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. 

 
 
7. 

Exclusive Warranty.

 This warranty is the only warranty provided by Westeel and all 

other warranties and/or commitments whether expressed or implied and no matter 
by whom made, statutory or otherwise, are subsumed and replaced by it and are of 
no legal effect.  If any provision of the warranty is held by a court of competent 
jurisdiction to be void or unenforceable, in whole or in part, such provision shall be 
deemed severable and will not affect or impair the legal validity of any other 
provision of the warranty. 

 

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Summary of Contents for WaterTank Flat Roof

Page 1: ...art Number 199748 Revision 0 WaterTank Flat Roof INSTALLATION AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE BEGINNING FOUNDATION OR ASSEMBLY EFFECTIVE DATE August 2013 ...

Page 2: ...Page 2 NEW IN THIS MANUAL First release ...

Page 3: ...rly assess or investigate the claim Westeel will not be responsible for the removal of any of the goods found to be defective or transportation charges to and from Westeel s authorized dealer or distributor or for installation of any replacement goods and or parts furnished under the warranty 4 Limitations as to Scope of Warranty The warranty does not extend to defects or damage caused in whole or...

Page 4: ...ES IN CONNECTION WITH THIS WARRANTY ARE THOSE SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY IN NO EVENT WILL WESTEEL ITS DEALERS OR ANY COMPANY AFFILIATED WITH WESTEEL BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES Some jurisdictions do not allow waivers of certain warranties so the above waivers may not apply to you In that event any implied warranties are limited in duration to ninety 90 days from deli...

Page 5: ...n grain bins varies with height and diameter Many standard designs have significant seismic capabilities Designs can be reviewed and or modified to reflect local seismic requirements 4 Little to no roof snow load was considered in the design of the water tank flat roofs Site and Assembly Unless otherwise specifically provided in writing Westeel does not take responsibility for any defects or damag...

Page 6: ...s remain centered and the amount of engagement between all expanders on the same ring is equalized 7 Before anchoring the tank to the foundation ensure that the tank is round The maximum variation from perfect roundness is 3 4 on the radius see details in wall sheet section of manual Locate anchor bolts towards the outside of the anchor bolt holes away from tank to permit the incremental expansion...

Page 7: ...id damage or injury from material falling when in storage 2 Any boxed goods that become wet should be dried and stored in a new box that is free of moisture 3 In addition to wiping down panels food grade oil can also be applied with a clean lint free cloth This will assist in preventing any further moisture from contacting the galvanizing on the steel IMPORTANT NOTES 1 In order to maintain your wa...

Page 8: ...he distance between the bolt hole locations along the top edge of adjacent rafters and for the orientation of the rafters not all rafters are assembled in the same orientation 5 Assemble the attachment brackets to the each end of the Z rafters as shown Make sure the tabs on the brackets are positioned on the top side i e the side with holes evenly spaced at 44 Note that there are right and left at...

Page 9: ...des although a slight gap may be necessary to insure proper installation of the liner Keep the gap as small as possible Once the rafters are roughly positioned use a clamp to secure the tabs on the rafter brackets at each end to the top ring angles to hold the position and to prevent that rafters from falling off in subsequent steps 8 As rafters are installed attach the stabilization rods that spa...

Page 10: ... such that the threaded shank protrudes above the lock nut enough to eventually accommodate the roof support angles the corrugation of the roof sheets and a second lock nut This is about 1 of exposed shank c The jack bolts will eventually lift the center of the roof up to 2 to 3 and then taper towards the top ring angles If a hole in the rafters is very close to the top ring angle there will likel...

Page 11: ...k nuts g As the roof sheets are being installed the jack bolts should remain oriented in a vertical position and should not be forced out of alignment excessively If this occurs or if holes do not align the clamps holding the rafter ends may need to be loosened and the rafter repositioned slightly to enhance alignment Repositioning a rafter may also result in the repositioning of the attachment si...

Page 12: ... all roof sheets are positioned as per the roof sheet layout it is time to jack the roof By holding the regular nut directly above the rafter and by impacting the head of the bolt it is possible to raise and lower the roof by pushing against the roof support angles It is best to start in the middle and progressively work outwards towards the edges The crest should be highest in the middle and tape...

Page 13: ... Line the bottom of the collar with sealant tape if installing from the outside Once hole is cut place collar on top or underneath roof panel Bolt using holes in collar Use Tek screws if there is any warping and the collar needs to be secured further Use chalking not supplied to seal any gaps NOTE Inclined roof installation shown but flat roof installation is identical in method TRACE AND CUT THRU...

Page 14: ...reas are upper surfaces with mounting holes Spacing between rafters are measured from center mounting holes on upper flange All dimensions are in inches 9 BIN 12 BIN Page 14 NOTE 9 DOES NOT USE Z RAFTERS IT USES ANGLE RAFTERS ...

Page 15: ...15 BIN 18 BIN Page 15 ...

Page 16: ...24 BIN 21 BIN Page 16 ...

Page 17: ...ROOF SHEET LAYOUTS All dimensions are in inches Page 17 9 BIN ...

Page 18: ...1 B 2 2 1 3 3 4 A 4 Page 18 12 BIN ...

Page 19: ...1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 B A 15 BIN Page 19 ...

Page 20: ...A 1 1 5 2 2 5 B E C D 4 3 3 4 18 BIN Page 20 ...

Page 21: ...1 A 1 4 B 4 2 3 2 3 C D 21 BIN Page 21 ...

Page 22: ...1 2 3 4 1 4 3 2 A B 24 BIN Page 22 ...

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