CHAPTER 5.
PREPARATION FOR RESHIPMENT AND STORAGE
5-1.
REMOVING TANK FROM SERVICE.
Prior to reshipment and storage, the 20,000
Gallon Collapsible Water Tank will be emptied and refolded.
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
Empty tank.
Refer to draining procedure in paragraph 3-5 of this
manual.
Disconnect all hoses, elbows, and vent assembly from tank by pulling
outward on cam arms and separating couplings.
Install all dust caps and dust plugs on couplings and fittings.
Remove drain hose and valve.
Fold the up-slope end of tank to opposite side. (Reverse procedures
shown in Figures 2-3 and 2-8 to fold tank.)
Roll up slope end of folded tank toward the drain assembly.
5-2
STORAGE.
a.
Storage Data.
Temperature Range:
-25°F to 125°F (-31.7°C to 51.7°C).
b.
Storage
(1) Keep tank and accessories in crate when tank is not in use.
(2) If possible, store crated tank in cool, dark, and dry area.
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