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TM 10-3835-231-13
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50.000 Gallon Tank TPT Optional Configuration Layout.
(1)
Included in a complete TPT are up to six 50,000-gallon fabric collapsible tanks and the necessary valves,
hose and fittings to connect them. The bank of tanks can be used to replace or supplement the 5,000-bbl tanks in a fuel
module or under some conditions in a completely separate area.
(2)
Each pair of 50,000-gallon tanks will require a leveled area approximately 105 ft. X 100 ft. (96 ft. X 87 ft.
if sandbags are used).
(3)
If less than six tanks are required at a particular location, the layout can be modified as necessary.
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Installation and Assembly of Equipment.
(1)
Typical installation illustrations are provided. It is recommended that the reader first become well
acquainted with these illustrations and then refers to them as necessary.
WARNING
Safety Precautions.
· Allow no smoking within 50 ft. of any facility or device storing or handling petroleum fuels.
Erect "No Smoking" signs to this effect.
· Make sure hoselines are disconnected from vehicles at unloading stations before vehicle is
moved.
· All equipment, devices, machinery, hoses and piping must be grounded and bonded to avoid
static electricity discharge. When unloading tanker-trucks or any vehicles, make sure the
tanker-truck receipt manifold is grounded. Connect the bonding strap to the vehicle frame.
· Ensure all pressure regulating equipment is properly installed. Over pressuring the TPT
system can result in a serious failure, causing personnel injury and fire.
· Pump engine parts, particularly the exhaust system can be very hot and cause severe burns.
Do not touch until engine is shut down and cooled off. Avoid spilling fuel or oil on hot engine
parts as this could result in a fire.
· The accumulation of liquid fuel, or hot lubricating oil is a fire hazard. Wipe and wash down
such areas or surfaces promptly. Dispose of any wiping rags in an area removed from the fuel
storage or handling areas. Apply no smoking rules within 50 feet of any fuel accumulation.
· In addition to being potentially explosive, hydrocarbon fumes are dangerous to a person's
respiratory system and can cause illness and potentially death. Certain weather may amplify
the accumulation of fumes. Persons who must enter areas suspected of fumes must wear
goggles and breathing devices. If not absolutely necessary to enter such an area for
overriding safety reasons, the areas should be cleared of fumes' first. Always have other
personnel standing by to assist the person who must enter the area.
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