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Section IV. CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE
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GENERAL. This section contains disassembly, repair and replace, and reassembly instructions for the tank.
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EMERGENCY REPAIRS TO TANK ENVELOPE. There are two ways to repair the tank envelope. Wooden
plugs should be used as an immediate repair to stop the flow of fuel from the tank until it is possible to install a
sealing clamp. Replacement may not be possible until the fuel height and internal pressure of the tank have been
reduced by discharging or draining fuel. Plugs can be used for tears up to 1 1/2 inches (3.81 centimeters).
Sealing clamps can be used for tears up to 6 inches (15.24 centimeters).
WARNING
Fuels are hazardous flammable liquids.
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Do not smoke or bring open flame within 100 feet (30.48 meters) of the tank.
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If fuel spills on or around a tank or within the diked area, shut down any nearby engine-driven equipment. Do
not resume operation until it has been determined that the vapor concentrations are below the explosive
range.
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If fuel spills onto clothing, remove clothing before entering area with engine-driven equipment or are where
smoking is permitted. Fuels and fuel sludge can cause injury to skin or eyes.
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