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2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof Construction Manual PNEG-1859 Date: 07-15-15 PNEG-1859...
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All information, illustrations, photos and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice. PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
Should the equipment be abused or modified to change its performance beyond the factory specifications, the warranty will become void and field improvements may be denied. PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
This product has sharp edges, which may cause serious injury. To avoid injury, handle sharp edges with caution and always use proper protective clothing and equipment. ST-0035 PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
This symbol is used to address practices not related to NOTICE personal injury. This symbol indicates a general hazard. This symbol indicates a prohibited activity. This symbol indicates a mandatory action. ST-0005 PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction. • If you do not understand any part of this manual or need assistance, contact your dealer. ST-0002-1 PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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Severe roof damage can result from any blockage of air passages. • Running fans during high humidity or cold weather conditions can cause air exhaust or intake ports to freeze. ST-0028-1 PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
Below is a sign-off sheet that can be used to verify that all personnel have read and understood the safety instructions. This sign-off sheet is provided for your convenience and personal record keeping. Date Employee Name Supervisor Name ST-0007 PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
If “white rust” or “wet storage stain” occurs, contact the manufacturer immediately about ways to minimize the adverse effect upon the galvanized coating. PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
You will also need to consult other instructions in building the tank. These include, but may not be limited to: A stiffener and sidewall gauge layout chart. If such a chart is not included with this manual, contact GSI. Roof instructions must be followed. Roof instructions are included in this manual.
11. At the completion of the tank, set stiffeners over the anchor bolts and measure the tank to ensure it is in a round condition. Consult with GSI for questions on tolerances. NOTE: For 2 ring doors or vehicle traffic doors special placement issues may apply. Consult the special instructions provided with 2 ring doors or vehicle traffic doors for these options.
Make sure all roof vents are open and unobstructed. Start roof fans when supply fans are started. Do not operate when conditions exist that may cause roof vent icing. GSI Group, Inc. 217-226-4421 DC-969 PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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4. See manufacturers instructions for proper use of factory supplied sidedraw (wall) discharge systems. Failure to heed these warnings could result in serious injury, death, structural damage or collapse of tank. DC-GBC-2A GSI GROUP, INC. 217-226-4421 PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
(one per sidewall panel). Refer stiffener to sidewall attachment detail and specific gauge sheet for the bin. Figure 4A 3 Post (Three (3) rows of stiffeners used on each sidewall sheet.) PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
** These bolts require the use of a special 7/16" recessed nuts (S-8479). *** A 3/8" x 2" Bolt may be needed at first stiffener to sidewall bolt. Figure 5A Quad (15Q-6FL) Sheet Bolting Detail PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
Stiffener to Sidewall Connections 3 Post Tanks Figure 5B NOTE: Some locations in the lower regions of the tank utilize close punched sheets where the stiffener will attach more frequently. PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
Under no condition shall any other bolts be substituted for those supplied by GSI. Grade 2 Bolts Grade 2 bolts are designated with a plain head and are not used in GSI grain bins/silos. Grade 5 Bolts Grade 5 bolts are designated by three (3) slash marks on the head. All 5/16" diameter bolts are to be grade 5 or higher.
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NOTE: Do not use to splice the stiffeners together on the flanges where they connect to each other or the splice plates. 1.350" (3.43 cm) Grade 8 1.000" (2.54 cm) Grade 8.2 PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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4. Use to attach stiffeners to 6 gauge quad laminated sidewall sheets. 5. The color of the bucket lid is light blue. 2.350" (5.97 cm) Grade 8 2.000" (5.08 cm) Grade 8.2 PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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NOTE: The standard 7/16" hex nut (S-9281) will be used in conjunction with this bolt. 2. The color of the bucket lid is light purple. 2.395" (6.08 cm) Grade 8 2.000" (5.08 cm) Grade 8.2 PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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Bolt (S-7486) is used in the following locations: 1. Use in special seismic tanks. 2. The color of the bucket lid is dark brown. 1.350" (3.43 cm) Grade 8 1.000" (2.54 cm) Grade 8.2 PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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3. The color of the bucket lid is light brown. Special 7/16" Recessed Nut 7/16" x 2-1/2" Bin Bolt (S-10134) Sidewall 1.000" (2.54 cm) Sealing Washer PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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7/16" Special recessed nut S-10251 NA In Box 7/16" Un-serrated flange nut S-10252 NA In Box 1/2" x 1-3/4" Flange bolt S-10253 NA In Box 1/2" Un-serrated flange nut PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
Use the supplied tube caulk to fill the larger gaps that occur with heavier gauges and laminated gauges. See Page 26 for details on caulking of laminated sheets. Figure 6B Caulking Detail as Viewed from Inside of Bin PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
6. Caulking Details Caulking Detail for Laminated Figurate Pattern Sheets Figure 6D PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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Use the supplied tube caulk to fill larger gaps that may occur with thicker gauges. When assembling two (2) sheets to make a laminated sheet assembly, apply a row of caulk all around the vertical seam. (See Figure 6E.) Figure 6E PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
However provisions must be made to seal the base of the bin to prevent moisture from coming into the bin. Figure 7A PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
Orange Pink/Light Blue Blue Brown/Red Green Yellow/Blue Black Pink Light Blue Blue/Orange Yellow White Fluorescent Green Laminated Sidewall Color Code Light Blue/Gold Blue/Orange/Gold Yellow/Gold White/Gold Fluorescent Green/Gold Fluorescent Green/Gold/Ochre PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
S-248 3/8" Flat Washer to Sidewall S-7489 3/8" Hex Nuts S-7488 3/8" x 1-1/2" Flange Bolts Laminated Enhanced Stiffener S-248 3/8" Flat Washer to Sidewall S-7489 3/8" Hex Nuts PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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8. 2.66" Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions (Outside Stiffened) Commercial Stiffeners for 2.66'' Corrugation Figure 8A PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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8. 2.66" Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions (Outside Stiffened) Commercial Stiffeners for 2.66'' Corrugation (Continued) Figure 8B PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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Light Blue Gold/Fluorescent Green Purple 5E+5U Ochre/Gold/White Yellow 5E+5E Ochre/Gold/White/Brown NOTE: Some colors are different than those used for sidewall sheets. *NOTE: Only Orange on 1 ring stiffener. Figure 8C PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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8. 2.66" Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions (Outside Stiffened) Figure 8D Page 31 for usage chart. Figure 8E PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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8. 2.66" Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions (Outside Stiffened) Page 31 for usage chart. Figure 8F PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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8. 2.66" Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions (Outside Stiffened) Figure 8G PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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8. 2.66" Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions (Outside Stiffened) Figure 8H PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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8. 2.66" Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions (Outside Stiffened) Figure 8I PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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8. 2.66" Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions (Outside Stiffened) Figure 8J PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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8. 2.66" Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions (Outside Stiffened) Non-Laminated Stiffener to Sidewall Detail Figure 8K Outside Stiffened Non-Laminated Stiffener to Sidewall Detail PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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8. 2.66" Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions (Outside Stiffened) Laminated Stiffener to Sidewall Detail Figure 8L Outside Stiffened Laminated Stiffener to Sidewall Detail (11 Gauge laminated only.) PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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8. 2.66" Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions (Outside Stiffened) Laminated Stiffener to Sidewall Detail (Continued) Figure 8M Outside Stiffened Laminated Stiffener to Sidewall Detail (10 Gauge laminated and thicker only.) PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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Special Detail for 10 Gauge and Thicker Laminated Sidewall See bolting requirements on Page Figure 8N Outside Stiffened Laminated Stiffener to Sidewall Detail (10 Gauge laminated sidewall or thicker only.) PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
3/8" x 1-1/2" hex flanged head bolts. Flange nuts Pages 42 and 43.) are used on the nut side of all stiffener joint connections. Figure 8O PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
(6) 3/8" x 1" flanged head bolts with flanged nuts. Couplers should be centered on the seam of pipes. Wind rings must be installed in relation to the ladder rungs as shown here, to ensure compliance with O.S.H.A. regulations. Figure 8Q PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
Eave Clip Attachment Attach intermediate eave clip (CRP-5327) and standard eave clip (CRP-5325) with 5/16" x 1" flange bolt (S-10260) and flange nut (S-10268). (See Figure 9A.) Figure 9A PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
(S-8387), washers (S-866) and nuts (S-234). Bolt must be inserted from the outside wall of the tank as shown. Washer must be placed on both bolt and nut side of connection. (See Figure 9B.) Figure 9B PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
NOTE: The top of each roof beam is color coded with paint and should have a sticker stating “TOP”. (See Figure 9D.) Figure 9D PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
X-bracing. See Figure 9J on Page 55 for X-bracing assembly detail. (See Figure 9E and Figure 9F.) Figure 9E Figure 9F PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
Attach two (2) purlin clips (CRP-6373) to each side of the beam at purlin location E1 using three (3) 1/2" x 1-1/2" bolt (S-3728) and nut (S-3729). Attach purlin (CRP-6453) to purlin clip (CRP-6373) using four (4) 3/8" x 1-1/2" bolt (S-7486) and flange nut (S-9426). PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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Lower Flange Support Bracket Attach two (2) support pipe brackets (CRP-6450) to the lower side of each middle roof beam using two (2) 1/2" x 1-1/2" bolts (S-3728) and nuts (S-3729). PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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9. 2.66" Commercial Tank Roof Instructions Purlin Attachment to Roof Beams (Continued) Figure 9H PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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9. 2.66" Commercial Tank Roof Instructions Purlin Attachment to Roof Beams (Continued) Figure 9I PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
9. 2.66" Commercial Tank Roof Instructions X-Bracing Layout NOTE: See Figure 9H on Page 53 and Figure 9I on Page 54 for hardware callouts. Figure 9J PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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X-Bracing Rod Weldment, K1 Upper, 135' Roof K1 Upper Ochre/Ochre CRP-6440 CRP-6441 with Turnbuckle K1 Lower Ochre/Grey Lower RB CRP-6444 X-Bracing Rod Weldment, Lower Roof Beam, 135' Roof Ochre/Gold H1 Upper PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
9. 2.66" Commercial Tank Roof Instructions Z-Collar Assembly Figure 9L PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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To splice one Z-collar to the next, use two (2) 1/2" x 1-1/2" bolts (S-3728), nut (S-3729) and washer (S-2121) on the top and bottom. (See detail splice in Figure 9L on Page 57.) PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
At each splice, wind ring couplers (SWS-4212) should be assembled to hold the pipes together. Wind ring couplers are assembled using six (6) 3/8" x 1-1/2" flange bolts (S-7486) and flange nut (S-9426). See detail in Figure Figure 9M Figure 9N PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
9. 2.66" Commercial Tank Roof Instructions Lower Roof Panel Attachment Figure 9O PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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(S-10260) and flange nuts (S-10268). The roof panel must be drilled in the flat near the ribs and bolted. Two (2) bolts are required at each purlin. NOTE: Install intermediate and lower roof panels at the same time. PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
9. 2.66" Commercial Tank Roof Instructions Upper Roof Panel Attachment Figure 9P PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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(CRP-6353 and CRP-6354) will not fit through the center collar from the inside of the bin. Parts must be brought to the peak from the outside of the bin. PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
Figure 10C on Page 65. Locate the roof vent as shown in Figure 10G on Page 66. Figure 10A Roof Panel Figure 10B Center Collar Caulking Detail PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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Once aligned, screw nine (9) #10 self-drilling screws (S-280) through the roof housing and into the hold-down angle. (See Figure 10D.) Figure 10C Figure 10D PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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5/16" x 1" bin bolts and nuts. NOTE: See Figure 10G for lower two (2) bolts of vent. Figure 10E Figure 10F Figure 10G PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
Also included is tubing for bracing the roof exhauster housing to the roof panels. Bracing angle and location is determined by the installer. Care needs to be taken not to interfere with any other equipment on the roof. Figure 10H PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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10. 2.66" Commercial Tank Accessories Installation Roof Exhauster Placement (Continued) Figure 10I PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
(2) nuts halfway onto the all thread screw. Then insert the next piece of pipe onto the screw. Stake the threads or otherwise secure the nuts against dislodging after the ring has been completely installed. (See Figure 10J.) Figure 10J PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
It is fully the responsibility of the dealer, customer, contractor or said agent of such parties to confirm details of the system to be used. GSI is not responsible for the effectiveness or performance of any temperature cable monitoring system or layout.
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10. 2.66" Commercial Tank Accessories Installation Temperature Cable Layout (Continued) Rafter # Cable # Radius Location PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
2. No roof beam shall support more than one cable. 3. If single center cable exists, consult GSI. Figure 10L PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
10. 2.66" Commercial Tank Accessories Installation Inside Ladder Installation The following are special instructions for assembling inside ladders in 135' diameter commercial bins. Ladder Standoff Detail Figure 10M Ladder Standoff Detail (for standard bins) PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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(See Figure 10N.) NOTE: With most installations, the last ladder section installed to reach either the ground or the intermediate platform will need to be cut to fit. Figure 10N PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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Check the 4' ladder section to make sure the ladder rung dimples are to the top surface and attach to the starter brackets using the hole located 1" from the top of the ladder. PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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Now all standoff brackets and straps must be installed every 32" and attached to each 4' section required. Figure 10R Assembled Reinforcing Strap Figure 10Q Un-assembled Reinforcing Strap PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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3/8" drill bit. You will also need to drill two (2) 3/8" holes through the sidewall to attach each bottom bracket to the sidewall. Use 5/16" hardware at all attachment points. (See Figure 10S.) Figure 10S PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
10. 2.66" Commercial Tank Accessories Installation 135' 2 Ring Door Instructions IMPORTANT: This GSI commercial 2 ring door is designed for use in the 2.66" corrugation 135' diameter NCL tank. This door should not be installed in any tank not manufactured by GSI.
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“L” detailed orientation. The jamb plates bolt to the frame weldments using 7/16" x 2-1/2" bin bolts (S-10134) and special recessed nuts (S-8479). Bolt heads should be orientated to outside of bin. Figure 10U PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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10V. Leave the bearing pins loose until inner doors have been mounted to ensure a better fit. Tighten the bearing pins once the inner doors are attached. Figure 10V PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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(WD-6037 and WD-6038) connect to the reinforcement angle (NCWT0158). The right and left hand latches should be placed inside the reinforcement angles and attached using 5/16" lock nuts (S-5220). Figure 10W PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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3/8" x 4-1/2" bolts (S-1443), nuts (S-7489) and washers (S-248). Adjust bearing pins and latch bar holders for best fit and tighten all bolts. (See Figure 10X.) Figure 10X PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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(WD-033) to the outer door cover with decals (NCWT0161D). Decals should be orientated to inside of bin. Apply foam seal strip (S-8610) all along outer cover to seal tank. See Figure 10Y bolt usage. Figure 10Y PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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The outer cover then attaches to the hinges with 3/8" x 4-1/2" bolt (S-1443), nuts (S-7489) and washers (S-248). Assembled outer cover (See Figure 10Y on Page 83.) Figure 10Z PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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Attach seal weldment (NCWT0258) to the inner and outer door weldments using eight (8) 3/8" x 1" standard bolt (S-7469), special sealing washer (S-10102) and hex nut (S-7489). (See Figure 10AA.) Figure 10AA PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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NOTE: NCL135-19 and NCL135-20 uses sidewall pattern SS-7412 as the short sheet and SS-7411 as the long sheet. NCL135-21 uses SS-7400 and SS-7401 in the bottom ring and SS-7411 and SS-7412 in the second from bottom ring. PNEG-1859 2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof...
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After all final adjustments to the door have been made, the anchor bolts should be drilled in place through the external frame. GSI recommends Hilti 1" x 12" H.A.S. threaded anchor and 1" x 8-1/4" H.V.U. adhesive capsules (for seismic or special situation tanks, consult GSI engineering).
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14 months from arrival at port of discharge, whichever is earlier. The end-user’s sole remedy (and GSI’s only obligation) is to repair or replace, at GSI’s option and expense, products that in GSI’s judgment, contain a material defect in materials or workmanship.
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