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Summarization of Contents
Introduction
Manual Introduction and Purpose
General introduction to the product manual and its purpose, emphasizing user responsibility for understanding its content.
Description
FCP – Static Fuel Tank Overview
Overview of the FCP range of fuel tanks, detailing their design and intended use for storing flammable and combustible fluids.
Operation Acceptance
User Operation Acceptance Procedures
Guidelines for ensuring users understand operations and safety procedures before using the equipment, including a record-keeping section.
Identification
Tank Identification Numbers
Details on the three unique identification numbers provided for each tank: Western Serial, Manufacturing, and UL/ULC serial numbers.
Specification
Capacities and Dimensions
Detailed specifications including tank capacities (Litres, US Gallon, Imp. Gallon) and physical dimensions (Metric, Imperial) for various models.
Safety
General Safety Guidelines
Essential safety advice, warnings, and prohibitions for operating the equipment safely and preventing injury.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Lists required PPE such as safety glasses, helmets, ear protection, shoes, gloves, and coveralls for safe operation.
Operational Limitations and Earthing
Covers FCP use limitations, applicable standards, and requirements for the unit's earthing point to prevent static build-up.
Venting
Types of Vents and Provision
Explains the function of standard tank vents (Pressure Vacuum, Roll Over) and the provision for emergency vents, including model-specific sizes.
Access & Security
Cabinet and Containment Access
Describes how to access the cabinet area and containment for inspection or maintenance, including cabinet hatch usage.
Security Measures
Details how connections are housed behind a lockable cabinet hatch for security, requiring a padlock for access.
Cabinet Overview
Standard Unit Components Identification
Identifies and labels key components of the standard unit's cabinet, including feed, fill point, spare ports, and vents.
Century Of Gravity
FCP250 Center of Gravity
Provides the center of gravity coordinates (X, Y, Z in mm) for the FCP250 model in empty and full states.
FCP500 Center of Gravity
Provides the center of gravity coordinates (X, Y, Z in mm) for the FCP500 model in empty and full states.
FCP1000 Center of Gravity
Provides the center of gravity coordinates (X, Y, Z in mm) for the FCP1000 model in empty and full states.
FCP1800 Center of Gravity
Provides the center of gravity coordinates (X, Y, Z in mm) for the FCP1800 model in empty and full states.
Lifting
Forklift / Tele-handler Lifting Procedures
Instructions and precautions for lifting the FCP using a forklift or tele-handler, including weight limits and fork positioning.
Positioning
Site Selection and Ground Stability
Guidance on selecting a suitable location for the FCP, considering vehicle access, protection, services, and ground stability.
Filling
Filling Procedure and Safety Precautions
Step-by-step instructions and safety warnings for filling the FCP tank to 95% capacity, including required PPE and spill management.
Dispensing
Fuel Dispensing Methods
Describes the two methods for dispensing fuel: via a fuel pump and nozzle, or by direct coupling to equipment.
Transporting
Transporting Guidelines and Safety
Key instructions for safely transporting the FCP, emphasizing it must be empty and secured, and mentioning stacking capabilities.
Stacking
Safe Stacking of Empty Units
Instructions on how to safely stack FCP units, noting they must be empty and how to ensure stability using corner brackets.
Strapping Charts
FCP250 Fuel Level Data
A strapping chart providing fuel levels in Litres, US Gallons, and Imp. Gallons corresponding to depth measurements for the FCP250 model.
FCP500 Fuel Level Data
A strapping chart providing fuel levels in Litres, US Gallons, and Imp. Gallons corresponding to depth measurements for the FCP500 model.
FCP1000 Fuel Level Data
A strapping chart providing fuel levels in Litres, US Gallons, and Imp. Gallons corresponding to depth measurements for the FCP1000 model.
FCP1800 Fuel Level Data
A strapping chart providing fuel levels in Litres, US Gallons, and Imp. Gallons corresponding to depth measurements for the FCP1800 model.
Maintenance
Maintenance Schedule and Procedures
Outlines recommended maintenance tasks, inspection frequencies (daily to yearly), and procedures for general and tank components.
Recommended Inspection
Inspection Guidelines and Record Keeping
Provides recommendations for regular internal and external inspections, leak testing, and methods for keeping inspection records.
Inner Tank Removal
Inner Tank Removal Procedure
Describes the initial steps for safely removing the inner tank from the outer tank, emphasizing it must be empty and detailing bracket removal.
Inner Tank Lifting Preparation
Details removing top panel fixings and installing lifting eyes to prepare the inner tank for removal and re-installation.
Torque Settings
Nuts and Bolts Torque Specifications
Provides specific torque values (Nm and lb-ft) for M8, M10, and M12 nuts and bolts based on property class (Grade 8.8 and 10.9).
Environmental
Spill Management and Reporting
Details procedures for managing spills, including cleanup, reporting, and disposal of contaminated materials using a registered carrier.
Containment and Disposal Practices
Explains containment safeguards, checks, and proper disposal of contaminated parts according to local regulations.
Troubleshooting
Common Issues and Solutions
Lists common problems encountered with the FCP, their potential causes, and recommended solutions for issues like pump failure or fluid containment.
Warranty
Warranty Terms, Exclusions, and Maintenance
Outlines the warranty coverage, duration, exclusions, and conditions that may void the warranty, such as missed scheduled maintenance.
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