GSi PNEG-1393 User manual

PNEG-1393
54'-60' Diameter 36-37 Rings
Externally Stiffened 2 Ring Door
Assembly Instructions
PNEG-1393
Date: 06-28-12

2 PNEG-1393 54'-60' Diameter 36-37 Rings Externally Stiffened 2 Ring Door

Table of Contents
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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................4
Chapter 2 Safety .....................................................................................................................................................5
Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................................................. 5
General Safety Statement ..................................................................................................................... 6
Safety Instructions ................................................................................................................................. 7
Safety Sign-Off Sheet ........................................................................................................................... 9
Proper Storage of Grain Bin/Silo Materials Prior to Construction ....................................................... 10
Chapter 3 Safety Decals ......................................................................................................................................11
Roof Damage Warning and Disclaimer ............................................................................................... 11
Chapter 4 Important Note ....................................................................................................................................14
Chapter 5 Assembly Instructions .......................................................................................................................15
Chapter 6 Assembly Drawings ...........................................................................................................................17
Chapter 7 Warranty ..............................................................................................................................................29

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1. Introduction
READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to properly use and install equipment. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or equipment damage.
INSPECT the shipment immediately upon arrival. The customer is responsible for ensuring that all
quantities are correct. The customer should report and note any damage or shortage on the bill of lading
to justify their claim to the transport company.
THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE CONSIDERED a permanent part of your equipment and should be easily
accessible when needed.
This warranty provides you the assurance that the company will back its products when defects appear
within the warranty period. In some circumstances, the company also provides field improvements, often
without charge to the customer, even if the product is out of warranty. 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.

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2. Safety
Safety Guidelines
This manual contains information that is important for you, the owner/operator, to know and understand.
This information relates to protecting personal safety and preventing equipment problems. It is the
responsibility of the owner/operator to inform anyone operating or working in the area of this equipment
of these safety guidelines. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols that are defined
below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. Failure to read this manual and its
safety instructions is a misuse of the equipment and may lead to serious injury or death.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to
personal injury.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

2. Safety
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General Safety Statement
Our foremost concern is your safety and the safety of others associated with grain handling equipment.
This manual is to help you understand safe operating procedures and some problems that may be
encountered by the operator and other personnel.
Asownerand/oroperator, youareresponsible to knowwhatrequirements,hazards, and precautions exist
and inform all personnel associated with the equipment or in the area. Safety precautions may be required
from the personnel. Avoid any alterations to the equipment, which may produce a very dangerous
situation, where SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH may occur.
You should consider the location of the bin site relative to power line locations or electrical transmission
equipment. Contact your local power company to review your installation plan or for information
concerning required equipment clearance. Clearance of portable equipment that may be taken to the bin
site should also be reviewed and considered. Any electrical control equipment in contact with the bin
should be properly grounded and installed in accordance with National Electric Code provisions and other
local or national codes.
This product is intended for the use of grain storage only. Any other use is a misuse of the product.
Sidewall bundles or sheets must be stored in a safe manner. The safest method of storing sidewall
bundles is laying horizontally with the arch of the sheet upward, like a dome. Sidewall sheets stored on
edge must be secured so that they cannot fall over and cause injury. Use care when handling and moving
sidewall bundles.
Personnel operating or working around equipment should read this manual. This manual must be
delivered with equipment to its owner. Failure to read this manual and its safety instructions is a misuse
of the equipment.
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.

2. Safety
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Safety Instructions
Our foremost concern is your safety and the safety of others associated with this equipment. We want to
keep you as a customer. This manual is to help you understand safe operating procedures and some
problems that may be encountered by the operator and other personnel.
As owner and/or operator, it is your responsibility to know what requirements, hazards, and precautions
exist, and to inform all personnel associated with the equipment or in the area. Safety precautions may be
required from the personnel. Avoid any alterations to the equipment. Such alterations may produce a very
dangerous situation where SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH may occur.
This equipment shall be installed in accordance with the current installation codes and applicable
regulations, which should be carefully followed in all cases. Authorities having jurisdiction should be
consulted before installations are made.
Follow Safety Instructions
Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and
safety signs on your machine. Keep signs in good
condition. Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Be
sure new equipment components and repair parts include
the current safety signs. Replacement safety signs are
available from the manufacturer.
Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls
properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction.
Keep your machinery in proper working condition.
Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair
the function and/or safety and affect machine life.
If you do not understand any part of this manual or need
assistance, contact your dealer.
Read and Understand Manual
Practice Safe Maintenance
Understand service procedures before doing work. Keep area
clean and dry.
Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is in operation.
Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating parts.
Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix
damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Remove any
built-up grease, oil, and debris. Maintain Equipment
and Work Area

2. Safety
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Prepare for Emergencies
Be prepared if fire starts.
Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service,
hospital, and fire department near your telephone. Keep Emergency Equipment
Quickly Accessible
Wear Protective Clothing
Wear close-fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate
to the job.
Remove all jewelry.
Tie long hair up and back.
Wear safety glasses at all times to protect eyes from debris.
Wear gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges on
plastic or steel parts.
Wear steel-toed boots to help protect your feet from falling
debris. Tuck in any loose or dangling shoestrings.
A respirator may be needed to prevent breathing potentially
toxic fumes and dust.
Wear a hard hat to help protect your head.
Wear appropriate fall protection equipment when working at
elevations greater than six feet (6').
Eye Protection
Gloves
Steel-Toed Boots
Respirator
Hard Hat
Fall Protection

2. Safety
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Safety Sign-Off Sheet
As a requirement of O.S.H.A., it is necessary for the employer to train the employee in the safe operating
and safety procedures for this equipment. This sign-off sheet is provided for your convenience and
personal record keeping. All unqualified persons are to stay out of the work area at all times. It is strongly
recommended that another qualified person who knows the shut down procedure be in the area in the
event of an emergency.
Date Employee Name Supervisor Name

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Proper Storage of Grain Bin/Silo Materials Prior to Construction
Wetstoragestain(rust)will develop when closely packed bundlesof galvanizedmaterial, such as sidewall
and roof sheets, have moisture present. Inspect roof and sidewall bundles on arrival for any moisture. If
moisture is present, it must not be allowed to remain between the sheets. Separate the sheets or panels
immediately and wipe them down. Spray with a light oil or diesel fuel.
If possible, sidewall bundles, roof sheets and other closely packed galvanized materials should be stored
in a dry, climate controlled building. If outdoor storage is unavoidable, the materials should be stored so
that they are raised above the ground and vegetation. Any stacking and spacing materials should not be
corrosive or wet. Be sure to protect materials from the weather, but permit air movement around the
bundles if possible.
Storing roof bundles and sidewall sheets at a slight incline can also help minimize the presence of
moisture. Storing the bundles with the center of the dome up (like an arch) is one option for minimizing
moisture during storage. Sidewall bundles can also be stored on edge but must be secured so that they
do not fall over and cause injury.
If “white rust” or “wet storage stain” occurs, contact the manufacturer immediately about ways to minimize
the adverse effect upon the galvanized coating.

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3. Safety Decals
Roof Damage Warning and Disclaimer
Excessive vacuum (or pressure) may
damage roof. Use positive aeration
system. 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.
DC-969
CAUTION!
The manufacturer does not warrant any roof damage caused by excessive vacuum or internal
pressure from fans or other air moving systems. Adequate ventilation and/or “makeup air”
devices should be provided for all powered air handling systems. The manufacturer does not
recommend the use of downward flow systems (suction). Severe roof damage can result from
any blockage of air passages. Running fans during high humidity/cold weather conditions can
cause air exhaust or intake ports to freeze.

3. Safety Decals
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ATTENTION: The decal shown below should be present on the outside of the door cover of the 2 ring,
24" porthole door cover and the roof manway cover. If a decal has been damaged or is missing in any of
these locations, contact the manufacturer for a free replacement decal.
GSI Decals
1004 E. Illinois St.
Assumption, IL. 62510
Phone: [phone]
Rotating flighting will
kill or dismember.
Flowing material will
trap and suffocate.
Crusted material will
collapse and suffocate.
Keep clear of all augers.
DO NOT ENTER this bin!
Failure to heed these
warnings will result in
serious injury or death.
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.
DC-GBC-1A

3. Safety Decals
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ATTENTION: The decal shown below should be present on the outside of the door cover of the 2 ring,
24" porthole door cover and the roof manway cover. If a decal has been damaged or is missing in any of
these locations, contact the manufacturer for a free replacement decal.
GSI Decals
1004 E. Illinois St.
Assumption, IL. 62510
Phone: [phone]
Failure to heed these warnings
could result in serious injury, death,
structural damage or collapse of tank.
1. Use CENTER FLOOR OUTLET ONLY until NO grain
remains above this outlet.
2. Side floor outlets to be used ONLY when above
condition is satisfied.
3. Lock all side floor outlets to avoid accidental
premature use.
4. See manufacturers instructions for proper use of
factory supplied sidedraw (wall) discharge systems.
UNLOADING INSTRUCTIONS:
DC-GBC-2A
WARNING
DON’T DO

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4. Important Note
This GSI commercial 2 ring door is designed for use in the 2.66" corrugation NCL series of tanks
manufactured after 1991 utilizing the “universal” or hat shaped stiffener. This door is intended for use with
a tank specifically structured for the installation of the 2 ring door. Special sidewall sheets are provided
as part the tank sidewall bundles. You must consult with GSI concerning retrofitting into any existing
GSI manufactured tank.
The door package NCWT0084 is designed for use in 72'-90' (21.95 m - 27.43 m) diameter tanks with a
maximum eave height = 90'-10"/27.69 meters and external stiffeners.
You should not attempt to install this door in any 2.66" corrugation GSI “Z” stiffener tank (pre 1991 series).
This door should not be installed in any GSI 4.00" corrugation series tank.
ConsultwithGSIconcerning retrofittingintoany existingGSImanufacturedtanktodeterminecompatibility
of the door package with the existing sidewall and stiffener configuration.
This door should not be installed in any tank not manufactured by GSI.

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5. Assembly Instructions
Written instructions for installation of a NCWT0215 (54'-60' diameter bin/silo) 2 ring door package
in a externally stiffened tank.
1. The commercial 2 ring door is installed in the bottom 2 rings.
2. The door should normally be placed in line with the conveyor. An intermediate discharge well should
be located near the wall to clear grain from the area of the access door (as with any access door).
The door must be positioned directly below the vertical seam as shown in Figure 6A on Page 17.
3. The door has an inside frame weldment and an external frame weldment/assembly. If the tank has
not been erected the internal frame weldment should be placed inside the tank before erection. If the
tank has been erected or erection has begun, it will be necessary to remove sidewall and stiffeners
in the door placement area to place the inside frame weldment.
4. The door frame stiffeners are mounted in the external door frame directly under the sidewall stiffener
columns. (See Page 25.) The frame should have the stiffeners already in place with two (2) bolts to
hold them in location. These bolts will need to be removed to install the door, however the stiffeners
may be left in position in the frame.
The external door frame stiffener will be located in the standard externally stiffened tank anchor bolt
location. (See Page 24.) Anchor bolts should not be placed in this location. If these anchor bolts are
pre-installed, they will need to be cut off. After all final adjustments to the door have been made, the
anchor bolts should be drilled in place through the internal frame. (See Page 24.) 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.) The external door frame stiffener must be field
welded to secure it to the frame. (See Page 24.)
5. Left and right hand jamb plates (NCWT0216L and NCWT0216R) are provided for attachment of the
sidewallsheets tothedoorframe.Thejambplatewillmountbetweentheinternalandexternalframe.
Place the jamb plate between the internal and external frame and bolt the frame, plate and stiffener
together utilizing 7/16" diameter bolts. Utilize 7/16" x 1-1/2" bolts for the plate to jamb connection
utilize 7/16" x 2" bolt for jamb to plate to hinge connection. (See Page 26.) At the jamb plate to frame
connection install the bolts with the head and sealing washer on the outside of the tank. The internal
door panel hinges will mount utilizing stiffener to frame bolts (on the inside of the tank). Place an
additional sealing washer under the hinge at those bolt locations before bolting it in place. Place
hinges as shown on Page 27. The external door cover hinges will mount inside the stiffener on the
outside of the tank.
6. The sidewall sheets to the left and right of the door will mount to the outside of the jamb plate.
Two (2) special short sidewall sheets (44") and two (2) standard length (119"), special punched
sheets are provided. Attach the sidewall to the jamb plate utilizing 3/8" diameter x 1-1/2" long bolts.
(See Page 26.) Corrugated sealing strip, CWT-0053 is provided. This may be mounted at the outer
edge and inner edge of the jamb plate to sidewall interface. Caulk around the seal strip as well. A
flat washer may be required under the nut for certain gauge thicknesses.
NOTE: For tanks that utilize 13 gauge or thinner material 3/8" x 1" bolts may be used to attach the
sidewall to the jamb plate.
The horizontal seam of the sidewall sheet above the door header will bolt to the jamb plate where it
extends above the door frame. The sidewall will be on the exterior of the plate. Install base angle
(B-6753) at the area the plate does not extend above. Utilize silicon caulk as necessary to seal
this location.
Standard base stiffeners will mount directly above the external door frame stiffener. Shim as
necessary for firm support and bolt the stiffeners together using a 3/4" bolt and washer.

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Written instructions for installation of a NCWT0215 (54'-60' diameter bin/silo) 2 ring door package
in a externally stiffened tank. (Continued)
7. Bearing pins, WD-6224 (8), are mounted to the inside frame flange at the 8 large/0.65" x 0.75"
slots. Use 5/16" x 1-1/2" bin bolts (S-2741) and attach the pin to these eight (8) locations. Insert the
grooved pin into the slot with the bolt head to the inside. (See Page 21.) Use 5/16" flat washer
(S-845) and 5/16" flange nut (S-3611) to secure bearing pin.
8. Assemble the door handle reinforcement angles, door handles, latches and hinges to the top and
bottom inner door panels on Pages 19 and 20. Install the 1/2" x 1-1/2" bolts in the outer door frame
at four (4) locations and thread the door latch bar holder (WD-6234) onto the bolt. The door handle
will mount over these holders when installed. Utilize washers if necessary to adjust the latch bar
holder position. (See Page 21.) Mount the door panel onto the four (4) bearing pins and lock the
latches over the latch bar holder. Center the bearing pins in the door panel holes and tighten.
Then, attach the door panel hinges to the frame hinges. Adjust the door panels until they open and
close smoothly.
9. Attach outer cover angles (NCWT0168) to the outer frame weldment with 5/16" x 1-1/4" bin bolts.
Use a 5/16" flat washer on all connections. (See Page 18.)
10. Attach the latch plates (NCWT0166) and outer cover hinge weldments (NCWT0165) to the outer
cover angles as shown on Page 18. Use 5/16" x 1-1/4" bin bolts for all connections. Remove the
sealing washer from the 5/16" bolt and replace it with a flat washer. The sealing washer will be used
under the nut on the outside of the latch plates and hinge weldments.
11. Assemble the outer cover as shown on Page 27. Attach the door reinforcement channels
(NCWT0162), retaining brackets (WD-033) and the outer cover hinges (NCWT0170) to the outer
cover as shown. Use 5/16" x 3/4" bin bolts for all reinforcement channel connections and
5/16" x 1-1/4" bin bolts for all hinge and retaining bracket connections. The bolt head with sealing
washer should be on the outside for these connections. An additional sealing washer may be placed
between the hinge/retaining bracket and the outer cover. Adjust the hinge until the door opens and
closes smoothly. Check to ensure that the unloading decals (DC-GBC-1A and DC-GBC-1S) are
installed on the inside of the outer cover. Check to ensure that the danger decals (DC-GBC-2A and
DC-GBC-2S) are installed on the outside of the outer cover. If these decals are damaged or missing,
please contact GSI for replacement.
12. Caulk as necessary atthe top and bottom juncture of the door frame and the sidewall and foundation.

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6. Assembly Drawings
Figure 6A Sidewall Layout

6. Assembly Drawings
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Figure 6B Exploded Assembly

6. Assembly Drawings
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Figure 6C Bottom Inner Door Panel Assembly

6. Assembly Drawings
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Figure 6D Top Inner Door Panel Assembly