3
2.1.2. Before the tank is unloaded or relocated on the job site
(and before preinstallation testing at job site), complete the
following steps:
2.1.2.1. Visually inspect the entire exterior surface of the tank to
make sure that no shipping or handling damage has occurred.
Look particularly for holes, cracks or deep scrapes.
2.1.2.2. Sign the shipping papers accepting the tank as
delivered.
2.1.2.3. Be sure that all equipment used to lift the tank is rated
to handle the load. Refer to the Tank Handling Data section at
the end of the Installation Manual to determine the weight of the
tank and to select the proper lifting equipment.
2.1.2.4. Select a solid, level area to place the tank, and clear
that area of all rocks, trash and debris.
2.1.3. When hoisting the tank, follow these instructions:
(See
FIGURE 2-1 and FIGURE 2-2.)
2.1.3.1. When the tank is not rotated (the tank is upright), use all
lifting lugs to unload and install the tank.
2.1.3.2. Some tanks are rotated on the truck for shipping
purposes and some rotated tanks have extra lifting lug(s) to aid
in the loading/unloading process. If the tank is rotated on the
truck, determine if extra lifting lug(s) are provided for this
purpose.
2.1.3.2.1. When the tank is rotated but does not have extra
lifting lugs, use all lifting lugs to unload and install the tank.
2.1.3.2.2. When the tank is rotated and has extra lifting lugs, to
unload the tank use all lifting lugs that are situated on top of the
tank in its rotated position. To install the tank, use all lifting lugs
that are situated on top of the tank in its upright position.
FIGURE 2-1
30
°
Max.
1.2.8. Federal, state and local codes and regulations always
take precedence over a Xerxes requirement.
1.2.9. Xerxes must authorize – in writing and prior to tank
installation – any variation to, or deviation from, these
Installation Manual instructions.
1.2.10. All correspondence regarding variations must be
retained for any warranty claim to be valid.
1.2.11. If you have questions or encounter situations not
covered in this Installation Manual, contact technical
support at Xerxes Minneapolis, 952-887-1890.
1.3. DEFINITIONS
1.3.1. For terms related to Xerxes tanks,
see FIGURE 1-1.
FIGURE 1-1
2. PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION
2.1. GENERAL
2.1.1. Although Xerxes corrosion-resistant tanks are rugged,
care must be taken so they are not dropped or damaged during
delivery, unloading and handling on the job site.
2.1.1.1. When unstrapping the tank from the truck, make sure
that the tank is secured in such a way that it does not roll off the
truck.
Do not release straps securing the tank to the truck until
crane or other lifting equipment is secured to the tank’s
lifting lug(s). Failure to do so could result in death or
serious injury.
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 cause death or serious injury.
Anchor Strap
Location
Arrows
Service Fitting
Standard 4” NPT Half-Coupling
(access to primary tank only)
Monitor Fitting
(access to interstitial
space only)
Gauge Plates
(under all fittings
and manways)
Seam
Flat
Rib
Flat Number
Dome
Spring
Line
Reservoir
(access to
interstitial
space only)
Manway with Fittings
Attached Collar (AC)
Lifting Lug
