13203 Above Ground Fuel Storage Tank

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ABOVE GROUND FUEL STORAGE TANKS AND FUEL SYSTEMS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 REFERENCES

A. NFPA 30 - Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code.

B. NFPA 30A - Automotive and Marine Service Station Code.

C. NFPA 31 - Oil Burning Equipment.

D. Underwriter's Laboratories (UL).

E. ETL Testing Laboratories (ETL).

F. Factory Mutual Engineering and Research (FM).

1.02 DEFINITIONS

A. Fuel System for No. 2 Fuel Oil: Fuel storage tank including leakcontainment and detection for tank and underground piping, overfillprevention, high level alarm, gage system, and required accessories toconnect to fuel burning apparatus.

B. Motor Fuel Dispensing System: Fuel storage tank including leakcontainment and detection for tank and underground piping, overfillprevention, high level alarm, gage system, remote pump, dispenser,optional automated fuel management system, and automated fireextinguishing system with manual backup operation (unleaded gasolinesystems only).
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C. Fuel System for Diesel-Alternators: Fuel storage tank including leakcontainment and detection for tank and underground piping, overfillprevention, high level alarm, gage system, and required accessories toconnect to diesel-alternator.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Waiver of Submittals: The "Waiver of Certain Submittal Requirements"in Section 01300 does not apply to this Section.

B. Submittals Package: Submit the Product Data, and Quality ControlSubmittals specified below at the same time as a package.

C. Product Data: Catalog sheets, specifications, illustrations, wiringdiagrams, and installation instructions for each item specified for each

type of system.

D. Quality Control Submittals:

1. Factory Test Certificate: For each tank.

2. Company Field Advisor Data: Include:

a. Name, business address and telephone number of Company FieldAdvisor secured for the required services.

b. Certified statement from the Company listing the qualifications of theCompany Field Advisor.

c. Services and each product for which authorization is given by theCompany, listed specifically for this project.

3. Certificate of approval for each fuel dispenser from the New York StateBureau of Weights and Measures.

4. Copy of C.A.R.B. certification report for Stage I and II vapor recoverysystems.

E. Contract Closeout Submittals:

1. Operation and Maintenance Data: Two copies, covering the installedproducts.

2. Warranty: Copy of specified warranty.


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3. Tank Manufacturer Installation Check List: Two copies.

1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Listings: Components of the system(s) for which Underwriters'Laboratories, Inc. (UL) provides product listing service, shall be listed andbear the listing mark.

B. Regulatory Requirements:

1. Systems for storing No. 2 fuel oil and diesel fuel for diesel-alternatorsshall comply with the applicable requirements of UL 2085, NFPA 30 andNFPA 31.

2. Systems for storing diesel fuel or unleaded gasoline for motor fuel

dispensing systems shall comply with the applicable requirements of UL2085, NFPA 30 and NFPA 30A.

3. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation BulkStorage Regulations 6NYCRR Parts 612, 613, and 614.

4. Testing and Sealing: Fuel dispensers shall be tested and sealed by theNew York State Bureau of Weights and Measures.

5. Stage I and II Vapor Recovery Systems shall be certified by theCalifornia Air Resources Board (C.A.R.B.).

C. Company Field Advisor:

1. Secure the services of a Company Field Advisor of the manufacturer ofthe leak and overfill monitoring system for a minimum of two hours totrain facility personnel in the operation and maintenance of the system.

2. Secure the services of a Company Field Advisor of the manufacturer ofthe fuel management system for a minimum of 8 hours to train facilitypersonnel in the operation and maintenance of the system.

1.05 WARRANTY

A. Warranty: Twenty year manufacturer's warranty for each tank.

1.06 MAINTENANCE


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A. Spare Parts:

1. Two keys for each padlock.

B. Special Tools:

1. One stick gage and two calibration charts for each fuel tank.

2. Two tools for each type and size vandal resistant fastener.

3. One extractor wrench for each type and size extractable fitting.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 ABOVEGROUND FUEL STORAGE TANKS

A. Tanks shall be listed as secondary containment in accordance with UL2085, and shall be marked for fire resistance, and protected from vehicleimpact and projectile hazards.

B. Tank Types:

1. Type 1: Steel interior tank with exterior concrete containment tankfactory coated with epoxy paint. Acceptable Tanks: Convault Tank byConvault, Denair, CA, (800) 222-7099; Ecovault Tank by RECO Vault,Vienna, VA, (800) 326-8285; and Armor Cast Tank by Containment

Management Systems, Schuylerville, NY, (800) 355-8265.

a. Concrete: Minimum 3000 psi compressive strength.

2. Type 2: Double wall steel tank with exterior steel surface factorycoated with minimum 10 mil thickness of epoxy paint. Acceptable Tanks:Fireguard Tank by Mohawk Metal Products Co., Inc., Utica, NY, (315) 793-3000; Fireguard Tank by Highland Tank & Mfg. Co., Manheim, PA, (717)664-0600; and Lube Cube Tank by Hoover Containment Systems Inc.,Severna Park, MD, (800) 777-2823.

3. Type 3: Steel interior tank with exterior concrete containment tankfactory coated with epoxy paint, and designed to contain overfill up to 10percent of internal tank capacity. Acceptable Tanks: Convault Tank byConvault, Denair, CA, (800) 222-7099; Ecovault Tank by RECO Vault,Vienna, VA, (800) 326-8285; and Armor Cast Tank by ContainmentManagement Systems, Schuylerville, NY, (800) 355-8265.


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a. Concrete: Minimum 3000 psi compressive strength.

4. Type 4: Double wall steel tank with exterior steel surface factorycoated with minimum 10 mil thickness of epoxy paint, and designed to

contain overfill up to 10 percent of internal tank capacity. AcceptableTanks: Fireguard Tank by Mohawk Metal Products Co., Inc., Utica, NY,(315) 793-3000; Fireguard Tank by Highland Tank & Mfg. Co., Manheim,PA, (717) 664-0600; and Lube Cube Tank by Hoover ContainmentSystems Inc., Severna Park, MD, (800) 777-2823.

2.02 ABOVE GROUND STEEL FUEL STORAGE TANK WITH STEEL

CONTAINMENT DIKE

A. Features:

1. Single wall steel above ground storage tank with single wall steelcontainment dike.

B. Design Criteria:

1. Tank: UL labeled for above ground service, and shall be in accordancewith UL 142 Construction Standard for Above Ground Tanks.

2. Containment Dike: Designed to contain 110 percent of fuel storagetank's capacity.

C. Construction:

1. Materials: Class A mild open hearth, or basic oxygen steel.

2. Containment Dike: Complete with structural steel dike supports, tanksaddle supports welded to containment dike, 12 inch wide steel diamondplate platform welded to top angle at fill port end of tank, and 6 inch x 6inch x 4 inch deep sump located in opposite corners in bottom of dike.

3. Ladder: Steel, attached to dike.

4. Hold-Down Devices: As recommended by tank manufacturer, unlessotherwise shown.

5. Surface Preparation: Sandblast the entire surface of tank andcontainment dike to a SSPC-6 commercial finish.


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6. Factory Applied Surface Finishes:

a. Exterior Surfaces of Tank and Containment Dike Including Ladder, RainShields, and Structural Steel Supports: One coat of primer, and two coats

of 2 component, high build, high solids polyurethane resins (Corrocote PWby Madison Chemical Industries Inc., Milton, Ontario, Canada), color asdirected.

b. Interior Surfaces of Containment Dike Including Tank Saddle Supports:One coat of primer, and two coats of 2 component, high build, high solidspolyurethane resins (Corrocote PW by Madison Chemical Industries Inc.,Milton, Ontario, Canada), color as directed.

7. Electric Isolation: Nylon dielectric bushings.

8. Impact Plates (Under Manway and Fitting Openings): 12 inch x 12 inchx 1/4 inch thick steel.

9. Threaded Openings: Standard welded threaded flanges or spudslocated along the top centerline of the tank. Locate fill and gagingopenings on the opposite end of tank from the suction or pumpingopening.

10. Tank Isolation Liner: Neoprene rubber or asphalt impregnatedexpansion joint, 1/2 inch thick.

11. Factory Pressure Test: Prove tight under test pressures recommendedby tank manufacturer.

12. Rain Shields: Steel, pre-engineered for specific tank size.

2.03 TANK ACCESSORIES

A. Gaging Equipment:

1. Stick Gage Port (Furnished with all tanks): Accessible from ground level

or stair/platform assembly.

2. Mechanical Gaging: Field adjustable float type gage with minimum 4-1/2 inch dia. display face, vapor tight construction, and stainless steelfloat; Model 818 Clock Gage by Morrison Bros., Dubuque, IA.

3. Electronic Gaging: Magnetostrictive probe sensing 2 float positions, one


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shall be compatible with tank surface construction.

2. Signs shall include the following information:

a. Manufacturer's statement that tank conforms with Bulk StorageRegulation 6 NYCRR Part 614.

b. Standard of Design by which tank was manufactured.

c. List of products and additives which may be permanently stored intank.

d. Year in which tank was manufactured.

e. Unique identification number.

f. Dimensions, design, working capacity, and tank model number.

g. Name of tank manufacturer.

h. Date of tank installation (Fill port only).

G. Stage I Vapor Recovery System: Certified by California Air ResourcesBoard (C.A.R.B.).

H. Tank opening for tank heater.

2.04 CONTAINMENT SUMP

A. Type: Model SR 38331 by Total Containment Inc., Exton, PA.

B. Features:

1. Compression Seals: Model EF5039.

2. Containment sump cover shall seal watertight with sump/riser.

C. Manhole Assembly: SAFE-LITE FRC Slide Action Model (36 inch dia) byEBW, 2814 McCracken Ave., Muskegon, MI 49441, (800) 475-3291.

1. Cover: Fiber reinforced composite type complying with DOT H-20 loadrequirements, and identified with API color coding, and fuel identification


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plate.

2. Skirt: 1/4 inch rolled steel angle iron ring welded to 14 gage steel skirtwith galvaneel finish, and provisions to secure cover to skirt ring with

vandal resistant fasteners.

3. Slide Action Handle: Allows cover removal from a standing position.

2.05 TANK INSTALLATION PACKAGES

A. Type A: For Above Ground Unleaded Gasoline Tank (Minimum flow rateof 7.5 gpm).

1. Fuel Dispenser:

a. Single Hose Type: Gasboy Model 9153X with maximum of 10 feet of 3/4inch hose with swivel fittings on each end, breakaway fitting, and highhose retractor; 115/230 V ac.

b. Dual Hose Type: Gasboy Model 9153XTW-1 with maximum of 10 feet of3/4 inch hose with swivel fittings on each end, breakaway fitting, and highhose retractor; 115/230 V ac.

c. Warning Sign: "NO SMOKING - TURN OFF ENGINE" per local fire code;dispenser mounted.

2. Stage I and II Vapor Recovery System: Certified by the California AirResources Board (C.A.R.B.).

3. Remote Submersible Pump with Mechanical Line Leak Detection: 3/4hp, 208/230 V ac; FE PETRO Inc. Model STP - 75 HP or Red Jacket ModelP75S1.

4. Manual Shutoff Valve: Jomar Model T-2000.

5. Pressure Relief Valve: Morrison Bros. Model 77.

6. UL Listed Flexible Connection: See Section 15411.

7. Safety Service Valve: OPW Model 10-R or Universal Model 521R.

8. Vent Cap: OPW 523 or EMCO Wheaton A84.

9. Fire Suppression System: See Section 15371.


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10. Top Seal Fill Pipe Cap: OPW 634-TT or EMCO Wheaton A97.

11. Top Seal Fill Pipe Adapter: OPW 633-T or EMCO Wheaton A30.

12. Side Seal Fill Pipe Cap: OPW 62-TT.

13. Side Seal Fill Pipe Adapter: OPW 61-AS.

14. Drop Tube: Extends within 2 inches of tank bottom; OPW 61-T.

15. Time Delay Explosion Proof Solenoid Valve: 1-1/2 inch; ASCO Model EF8210 G22.

16. Adjustable Leak Detector Control Device: Model VCU-17A by Uni-Pump, Inc., Lilly Road, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051, (414) 252-3222.

a. Device delays the activation of electric solenoid valve forapproximately 3.5 seconds, and won't allow the leak detector to trip whenthere is no leak.

B. Type B: For Above Ground Diesel Fuel Tank (Minimum flow rate of 10gpm).

1. Fuel Dispenser:

a. Single Hose Type: Gasboy Model 9153X with minimum of 12 feet of oneinch hose with swivel fittings on each end, breakaway fitting, and highhose retractor; 115/230 V ac.

b. Dual Hose Type: Gasboy Model 9153XTW-1 with minimum of 12 feet ofone inch hose with swivel fittings on each end, breakaway fitting, andhigh hose retractor; 115/230 V ac.


2. Remote Submersible Pump with Mechanical Line Leak Detection: 3/4hp, 208/230 V ac; FE PETRO Inc. Model STP-75HP or Red Jacket ModelP75S1.




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7. Vent Cap: OPW 23, or EMCO Wheaton A4103.

8. Tank Heater: As specified elsewhere herein this Section.








a. Device delays the activation of electric solenoid valve forapproximately 3.5 seconds, and won't allow the leak detector to trip when

there is no leak.

C. Type C: For Above Ground Tanks for No. 2 Fuel Oil, and Diesel Fuel forDiesel-Alternators.


2. Solenoid Valve: Magnetrol Model F35A46.

3. Check Valves: 125 psig WSP, 200 psig WOG, bronze body and disc,

horizontal swing, renewable and regrindable disc, and threaded ends.Acceptable Valves: Crane 37, Hammond 1B940, Jenkins 92A,Lunkenheimer 2144, Milwaukee 509, Nibco T413, Powell 578, StockhamB319, and Walworth 3406.

4. Termination Plug: Total Containment Inc. Model TP 3000.


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5. Termination Compression Seal: Total Containment Inc. Model EF5036.

6. Double Poppet Foot Valve and Strainer: OPW Model 86.

7. Extractor Fitting: OPW 233-E.

8. Foot Valve Wrench: OPW 52.







D. Type D: For Above Ground Unleaded Gasoline Tank (Minimum flow rateof 7.5 gpm).

1. Fuel Dispenser:

a. Single Hose Type: Gasboy Model 9153X with maximum of 10 feet of 3/4

inch hose with swivel fittings on each end, breakaway fitting, and highhose retractor; 115/230 V ac.

b. Dual Hose Type: Gasboy Model 9153XTW-1 with maximum of 10 feet of3/4 inch hose with swivel fittings on each end, breakaway fitting, and highhose retractor; 115/230 V ac.


2. Stage I and II Vapor Recovery System: Certified by the California Air

Resources Board (C.A.R.B.).

3. Remote Submersible Pump with Mechanical Line Leak Detection: 3/4hp, 208/230 V ac; FE PETRO Inc. Model STP - 75 HP or Red Jacket ModelP75S1.



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8. Vent Cap: OPW 523 or EMCO Wheaton A84.

9. Fire Suppression System: See Section 15371.

10. Piping system and dispenser shall have leak containment system withsensor installed at collection sump.









E. Type E: For Above Ground Diesel Fuel Tank (Minimum flow rate of 10gpm).

1. Fuel Dispenser:

a. Single Hose Type: Gasboy Model 9153X with minimum of 12 feet of oneinch hose with swivel fittings on each end, breakaway fitting, and highhose retractor; 115/230 V ac.

b. Dual Hose Type: Gasboy Model 9153XTW-1 with minimum of 12 feet ofone inch hose with swivel fittings on each end, breakaway fitting, and


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high hose retractor; 115/230 V ac.


2. Remote Submersible Pump with Mechanical Line Leak Detection: 3/4hp, 208/230 V ac; FE PETRO Inc. Model STP-75HP or Red Jacket ModelP75S1.






8. Piping system and dispenser shall have leak containment system withsensor installed at collection sump.











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2.06 FILL PORT ACCESSORIES

A. Nameplate Holders: Corrosion resistant steel plates and straps (4 inch)with vandal resistant fasteners; OPW 107.

B. Fill Port Nameplate: Refer to Dwg. No. 90/S3011, bound herein,showing detail of nameplate.

1. Construction: Minimum 1/8 inch thick two color laminated plasticengravers stock with the following items engraved in contrasting symboland background colors conforming to the American Petroleum Institute(API) color coding for the particular fuel type, and consistent with facilityfuel supplier's marking.

a. API color symbol.

b. Fuel type identification in words.

c. Tank manufacturer.

d. Tank type.

e. Tank diameter and capacity.

f. Tank identification number.

g. Installation date or date of manufacture.

h. Installers name.

C. Padlock: Bronze, Series 800 by Yale, Eaton Corp., Charlotte, NC.

1. Key all locks alike.

D. Stick Gage: Hardwood, calibrated in 1/8 inch increments.

2.07 FUEL OIL AND DIESEL FUEL SERVICE ACCESSORIES

A. Combination Heat Operated and Manual Shut Off Valve: Bronze bodyglobe valve with threaded ends, spring and replaceable fusible elementwhich melts at 165 degrees F; Preferred Fusomatic Valve by PreferredUtilities Mfg. Corp., Danbury, CT.

B. Oil Filter: Cast iron body with threaded ends, clamped cover and


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handle, brass bracket strainer with 3/64 inch perforations, and designedfor 150 psig maximum working pressure; Model 72 by Preferred UtilitiesMfg. Corp., Danbury, CT.

C. Tank Heaters: By Watlow Industries, Lockport, NY, (716) 438-0454 orChromalox Heating Products, Pittsburgh PA, (412) 967-3800.

1. For Tanks 2,000 gal. and Under: Screw Plug Imersion Heater (2 inchsize).

a. Features:

1) Element Sheath: Steel elements in 2 inch NPT steel plug.

2) Thermocouple: Type J, attached to element sheath for overtemperature sensing.

3) Controllers: System shall have one NEMA 4 controller to controloperating temperature, and one NEMA controller for high limit control ofheating elements. High limit controller shall shut off the heating elementsand system pump, and shall provide a visual alarm.

4) Electrical Requirements: Maximum 25 watts/sq. inch element wattdensity, 240/208 V ac, single phase.

a) For 500 gal. Tank: 800-1000 watts.

b) For 1000 and 2000 gal. Tanks: 1200-1500 watts.

2. For 4000, 6000, and 8000 gal. Tanks: O shaped over the side heater.

a. Features:

1) Element Sheath: Incoloy elements attached to 18 inch manway cover.

2) Thermocouple: (2) Type J thermocouples, one attached to element

sheath for over temperature sensing, and the other immersed for processtemperature sensing.

3) Controllers: System shall have one NEMA 4 controller to controloperating temperature, and one NEMA controller for high limit control ofheating elements. High limit controller shall shut off the heating elementsand system pump, and shall provide a visual alarm.


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4) Electrical Requirements: Maximum 25 watts/sq. inch element wattdensity, 240/208 V ac, single phase.

a) For 4000 and 6000 gal. Tanks: 2000-3000 watts.

b) For 8000 gal. Tanks: 4000-5000 watts.

A. 12 gauge steel, 2 inch rolled top edge, welded anchor clips and bottomreturn edge.

1. Finish: Factory painted one coat of primer.

2. Height: 13 inches.

3. Radius: Standard.

2.09 DISPENSER SUMP

A. Type: Model DU2415 by Total Containment Inc., Exton, PA.

1. Sump seals watertight to dispenser.

2.10 LEAK AND OVERFILL MONITOR SYSTEM

A. Acceptable Companies:

1. OMNTEC/Electro Levels Mfg. Co., Ronkonkoma, NY, (516) 467-5787.

2. Pneumercator Co., Inc., Farmingdale, NY, (516) 293-8450.

3. Intelligent Controls Inc., Saco, ME, (800) 872-3455 or (207) 283-0156.

4. Veeder Root Inc., Simsbury, CT, (800) 873-3313.

B. Type: Continuous operation leak detection and overfill monitor systemfor double wall aboveground storage tanks, double wall product piping,

and containment sumps. Systems shall have system test capability, andshall be UL listed and/or FM approved.

C. Alarm Monitor Panels: Locate panel inside nearest appropriate buildingas directed by Director's Representative.

1. The alarm panel shall visually indicate the following:


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a. Status of each tank's interstitial space (dry, water, or hydrocarboncondition).

b. Status of each containment system (dry, water, or hydrocarbon

condition).

c. Status of high level sensor set at 95 percent of tank operating capacity(on or off). When sensor is tripped, audio alarm shall be activated and beaudible at fill port location.

D. Leak Sensors:

1. Detects leaks in the following:

a. Interstitial space between tank walls.

b. Piping system which drains into containment sump.

2. Sensors capable of distinguishing between water and petroleumproduct without being sensitive to condensation forming on the sensorsurface, or dripping across the sensor surface.

E. Instrumentation Control Cable: Connect probe and sensor to alarmmonitor panel, as recommended by manufacturer of leak and overfillmonitor system.

F. Audible Overfill Alarm Device: Weatherproof, surface mounted basicgrille type, 120 V ac. Acceptable Devices: Edwards' Fire Alarm HornSeries, Simplex's 2901 Series Modular Horns, or Wheelock Series 43TAC.

G. Overfill Alarm Device Sign: Constructed of 1/8 inch thick two colorlaminated plastic engravers stock, with the words "OVERFILL ALARMDEVICE" engraved in white on red background. Size sign and lettering foreasy reading from ground level.

2.11 FUEL FOR TESTING

A. Coordinate with the Facility thru the Director's Representative for thedelivery of a full tank of each appropriate fuel type for testing to verifythat fuel transfer equipment and instrumentation is operating properly.

2.12 FUEL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

A. Self contained key activated, island mounted type capable of


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simultaneously controlling 3 or more fuel pumps or fuel dispensers.Acceptable System: Gasboy Fleet Key System by Wm. Wilson's Sons, Inc.,Lansdale, PA.

B. Features:

1. Access by key.

2. Dispenser selection controlled thru system logic by vehicle and/oroperator key data.

3. Programmable to limit delivery by key or vehicle identification.

4. Capable of recording and storing transaction data including operatorvehicle, quantities, day and time, odometer reading; and printing this

information on demand.

5. Storage capacity with battery backup for not less than 500transactions.

6. Transient protection on AC power input and modern communication.

7. Capability for future connection to a central processing system withminimal hardware modification and no change in housing.

8. Audible "key left in reader" alarm.

9. Manual system override switches.

10. Lockable weatherproof enclosure.

11. Equipment for encoding keys with a minimum of 100 keys.

2.13 FASTENERS

A. Vandal Resistant Fasteners: Stainless steel, allen or torx head, bothwith center post.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 PREPARATION

A. Testing Prior to Installation: Before placing the tank in place, plug allopenings and pressure test tank in accordance with manufacturer'sprinted test instructions, unless otherwise specified. Tanks should not be


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pressurized beyond manufacturer's specified limits. The tank must holdthe test pressure for 30 minutes. Check fitting connections, and seams intank by applying a soap suds solution. Reject any leaking tanks.

3.02 INSTALLATION

A. Install the Work of this section in accordance with the itemmanufacturer's printed installation instructions, unless otherwise shownor specified.

3.03 DOUBLE WALL STEEL FUEL STORAGE TANK

A. Touch-up any abraded or marred factory coating as directed by tankmanufacturer before placing tank.

B. Lower tank carefully onto concrete surface pad using lifting lugsprovided on tank.

3.04 STEEL FUEL STORAGE TANK WITH STEEL CONTAINMENT DIKE

A. Touch-up any abraded or marred factory coating as directed by tankmanufacturer before placing tank and containment dike.

B. Lower containment dike carefully onto concrete surface pad using

lifting lugs provided on containment dike.

C. Mount tank isolation liner on dike saddle supports.

D. Lower tank carefully onto containment dike support saddles usinglifting lugs provided on tank.

3.05 TANK ACCESSORIES

A. Install the fill pipe adapter and fill cap that matches the tight fillconnector used by the supplier of fuel to the Facility.

B. Fuel Identification: Attach laminated plastic nameplate to each tank fillpipe to identify the fuel in the tank.

C. Tank Identification: Affix tank identification stencil, label, or platepermanently to tanks and fill ports.


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D. Install padlocks on all lockable caps on fill and vapor recovery piping.

E. Terminate vent lines with vent caps.

F. Overfill Alarm Device Sign: Mount sign adjacent to alarm horn in alocation easily readable from ground level.

3.06 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Testing: After installation of tank and piping, test the system in thepresence of the Director's Representative, as follows:

1. Piping: Before painting or backfilling, plug ends and test with air at 5psi and hold for two hours without leaking.

2. Tanks: Pressure test tank in accordance with manufacturer's printedtest instructions, unless otherwise specified. Tanks should not bepressurized beyond manufacturer's specified limits. The tank must holdthe test pressure for 30 minutes. Check fitting connections, and seams inoutermost tank by applying a soap suds solution.

3. Fuel System for No. 2 Fuel Oil: After reconnecting all piping, burningapparatus and tanks, and when directed, perform a system acceptancetest in the presence of the Director's Representative to demonstrate thatthe fuel system is operating properly. Make required repairs and finaladjustments.

4. Motor Fuel Dispensing System: After reconnecting all piping,dispensers, and tanks, and when directed, perform a system acceptancetest in the presence of the Director's Representative to demonstrate thatthe fuel dispensing system is operating properly. Make required repairsand final adjustments. Minimum flow rate for diesel or gasoline systemswithout Stage II vapor recovery is 11.0 gpm, and 7.5 gpm with Stage IIvapor recovery.

a. Arrange for the Sealer of Weights and Measures to test and seal thefuel dispensers; and obtain a certificate of approval.

5. Fuel System for Diesel-Alternators: After reconnecting all piping, diesel-alternator, and tanks, and when directed, perform a system acceptancetest in the presence of the Director's Representative to demonstrate thatthe fuel system is operating properly. Make required repairs and finaladjustments.


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