AGI Westeel User manual

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Part Number: 199800 R3
Revised: November 2020
Original Instructions
Special (2–tier)
Water Tank
Installation and Storage Instructions
Part Number: 199199
Revision: 9
WaterTank
INSTALLATION AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY
BEFORE BEGINNING FOUNDATION OR ASSEMBLY
EFFECTIVE DATE: September, 2015
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New in this Manual
The following changes have been made in this revision of the manual:
Description Section
Falling Hazard decal 8110-00136 has been replaced
by new decal 8110-00228.
Figure 1 on page 7

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CONTENTS
1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 4
2. Safety....................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words...................................................................................... 5
2.2 General Safety ........................................................................................................................... 5
2.3 Personal Protective Equipment................................................................................................. 6
2.4 Safety Decals ............................................................................................................................. 6
2.5 Decal Installation/Replacement ................................................................................................ 6
2.6 Safety Decal Locations and Details ........................................................................................... 7
3. Before You Begin .................................................................................................................................. 10
3.1 Tank Design and Capacity ....................................................................................................... 10
3.2 Site and Assembly ................................................................................................................... 10
3.3 Methods of Installation ........................................................................................................... 10
3.4 Critical Assembly Requirements ............................................................................................. 11
3.5 Product Storage....................................................................................................................... 11
3.6 Important Notes ...................................................................................................................... 12
3.7 Planning and Timing................................................................................................................ 12
4. Preparation ........................................................................................................................................... 14
4.1 Check Shipment....................................................................................................................... 14
4.2 List of Tools and Equipment.................................................................................................... 14
4.3 Order Optional Equipment...................................................................................................... 14
5. Assembly ............................................................................................................................................... 15
5.1 Assembly Safety ...................................................................................................................... 15
5.2 Top Tier Installation ................................................................................................................ 16
5.3 Water Tank Wall Sheet Matrix................................................................................................ 18
5.4 Tank Roundness ...................................................................................................................... 18
5.5 Wall Sheet Assembly Detail .................................................................................................... 19
5.6 Assembling Wall Sheets on Small Diameter Tanks................................................................. 20
5.7 Prior to Installing Liner and/or Lifting the Tank for the First Time ........................................ 22
5.8 Tank Liner Installation ............................................................................................................. 24
5.9 Tank Anchoring........................................................................................................................ 26
5.10 Options .................................................................................................................................. 28
5.11 Fitting Plate Installation ........................................................................................................ 29
5.12 Wall Sheet Layouts ................................................................................................................ 32
5.13 Water Tank Sign Installation Detail....................................................................................... 36
5.14 Tank Jack ............................................................................................................................... 37
6. Appendix ............................................................................................................................................... 38
6.1 Roof Parts Box Identification .................................................................................................. 38
6.2 Hardware Usage ...................................................................................................................... 39
6.3 Recommended Bolt Assembly ................................................................................................ 41
7. Limited Warranty: Westeel Water Tank Containment Systems ....................................................... 42

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1. Introduction
Before assembling, please read this manual. Familiarize yourself with the process and the necessary
precautions for efficient and safe assembly of this Westeel Special (2–tier).
Everyone present at the assembly site is required to be familiar with all safety precautions.
Keep this manual available for frequent reference and review it with new personnel. Call your local
distributor or dealer if you need assistance or additional information.
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2. Safety
2.1. Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words
This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages in this manual. When you see
this symbol, be alert to the possibility of injury or death, carefully read the message that
follows, and inform others.
Signal Words: Note the use of the signal words DANGER,WARNING,CAUTION, and NOTICE with the safety
messages. The appropriate signal word for each message has been selected using the definitions below as a
guideline.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or
death.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
2.2. General Safety
Read and understand all safety instructions, safety decals, and manuals and follow them when assembling the
equipment.
• Only experienced personnel who are familiar with this type of assembly and
installation should perform this work. Untrained assemblers/installers expose
themselves and bystanders to possible serious injury or death.
• Do not modify the water tank in any way or deviate from the instructions in this manual without written
permission from the manufacturer. Unauthorized modification or methods may impair the function and/or
safety. Any unauthorized modification will void the warranty.
• Follow a health and safety program for your worksite. Contact your local occupational health and safety
organization for information.
• Contact your local representative or Westeel if you need assistance or additional information.
• Always follow applicable local codes and regulations.
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2.3. Personal Protective Equipment
The following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should be worn when installing the equipment.
Safety Glasses
• Wear safety glasses at all times to protect eyes from debris.
Coveralls
• Wear coveralls to protect skin.
Hard Hat
• Wear a hard hat to help protect your head.
Steel-Toe Boots
• Wear steel-toe boots to protect feet from falling debris.
Work Gloves
• Wear work gloves to protect your hands from sharp and rough edges.
2.4. Safety Decals
• Keep safety decals clean and legible at all times.
• Replace safety decals that are missing or have become illegible. See decal location figures that follow.
• Replaced parts must display the same decal(s) as the original part.
• Replacement safety decals are available free of charge from your distributor, dealer, or factory as applicable.
2.5. Decal Installation/Replacement
1. Decal area must be clean and dry, with a temperature above 50°F (10°C).
2. Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper.
3. Align the decal over the specified area and carefully press the small portion with the exposed sticky backing
in place.
4. Slowly peel back the remaining paper and carefully smooth the remaining portion of the decal in place.
5. Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out using the decal backing paper.
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2.6. Safety Decal Locations and Details
Replicas of the safety decals that are attached to the water tank and their messages are shown in the figure(s)
that follow. Safe operation and use of the water tank requires that you familiarize yourself with the various
safety decals and the areas or particular functions that the decals apply to, as well as the safety precautions
that must be taken to avoid serious injury, death, or damage.
Figure 1. Safety Decals
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• Read operator’s manual and all safety decals
before assembling, using, or servicing bin.
• Close/latch all access doors when not in use.
• Do not alter or modify bin structure.
• Replace any damaged components only with
factory made components.
• This bin should only be used to store free
flowing, granular material, unless specifically
designed and marked otherwise.
• When filling, use top filler cap and direct
material to center of bin.
• Do not over-fill bin. Material should not be in
contact with or place pressure on roof sheets.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Part Number: 8110–00012
WARNING
Never enter the bin when loading or
unloading grain.
If you must enter the bin:
1. Shut off and lock out all power.
2. Use a lifeline, safety harness, and have an
observer outside before entering the bin.
3. Wear proper breathing equipment or a respirator.
4. Avoid the center of the bin.
Failure to heed these warnings could result
in serious injury or death.
ENTRAPMENT HAZARD
Part Number: 8110–00013
WARNING
Keep clear of all augers. DO NOT ENTER this bin!
If you must enter the bin:
1. Shut off and lock out all power.
2. Use a safety harness and safety line.
3. Station another person outside the bin.
4. Avoid the center of the bin.
5. Wear proper breathing equipment or respirator.
Failure to heed these warnings could result in serious injury or death.
Rotating flighting could
kill or dismember.
Flowing material could
trap and suffocate.
Crusted material could
collapse and suffocate.
Part Number: 8110–00112
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To prevent serious
injury or death:
• Do not climb ladder if
damaged, wet, icy,
greasy, or slippery.
• Maintain good
balance by having at
least three points of
contact at all times.
Face the ladder while
climbing.
• Safe working load is
350 lb (160 kg). Do
not overload.
• Do not carry items
while climbing.
FALLING HAZARD
WARNING
Part Number: 8110–00228
When equipped with aeration system, to
prevent roof and/or bin damage:
• Use a minimum 1 square foot (0.1m2) opening
for each 1000ft3/min (30m3/min) of air.
• Ensure all roof vents are open and unobstructed.
• Discontinue use of aeration fan if roof vents
become obstructed with ice.
NOTICE
Part Number: 8110–00066
FALL RESTRAINT
ANCHOR POINT
MAX WORKING LOAD:
1,000 lb [453 kg]
SEE MANUFACTURER ROOF MANUALFOR
DETAILEDINSTRUCTIONS REGARDING
ANCHOR POINT LOCATIONS
Part Number: 8110–01090
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3. Before You Begin
3.1. Tank Design and Capacity
Standard Westeel open top Water Tanks—Special are designed for:
1. Containment of liquids with a specific gravity of less than or equal to 1.0.
2. Maximum horizontal wind pressure based on 94 mph (151 km/h) as per NBCC 2015 and
105 mph (169 km/h) as per ASCE 7-16 if used with an appropriate flat/low profile roof.
3. Zero seismic activity.
Note
Seismic resistance in water tanks varies with height and diameter. Many standard designs have
significant seismic capabilities. Designs can be reviewed and/or modified to reflect local seismic
requirements.
3.2. Site and Assembly
Unless otherwise specifically provided in writing, Westeel does not take responsibility for any defects or
damages to any property, or injury to any persons, arising from or related to any site or assembly
considerations, including but not limited to:
• Tank location and tank siting
• Soil conditions and corresponding foundation requirements (note that the examples provided in manuals
are for specifically stated soil conditions)
• Tank assembly (Westeel recommends the use of qualified installers; contact Westeel for information on
installers in your area)
• Field modifications or equipment additions that affect the tank structure
• Interconnections with neighboring structures
• Compliance with all applicable safety standards, including but not limited to fall restraint systems (ladders or
other systems). Local safety authorities should be contacted as standards vary between jurisdictions.
3.3. Methods of Installation
Recommendations for installing Westeel Water Tanks should be closely followed to achieve the full strength of
the tank, and to achieve adequate weather sealing. Warranty is void if the recommendations are not followed
including but not limited to:
1. Wall sheets that are not specified for a given tier, are used.
2. Foundations are found to be inadequate or out-of-level.
3. Anchor bolts (cast-in-place, drill-in, chemical type or other) are found to be inadequate.
If using bin jacks, choose a hoist with a suitable capacity for the expected empty tank deadload. Make sure the
rated capacity of the hoist is not exceeded.
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