TM 10-4320-317-13
NOTE
Berm should be able to contain at least 20,000 gallons of water.
(5)
Designate end of berm (6) as discharge end (4). Discharge end (4) should face away from distribution point
installation site, and if possible, away from 10-mile hoseline segment.
NOTE
Make sure valve on discharge pipe is closed after installation. Failure to do so would allow water
to drain from berm should tank rupture. Open valve only to drain water from berm area.
(6)
Place 2 in. (5.1 cm) pipe (5) with gate valve through bottom of discharge end (4) of berm (6).
(7)
Erect a 4 ft (1.22 m) high earth berm (6) around site.
(8)
Secure area, if necessary, by fencing or other means.
CAUTION
DO NOT walk on tank unless you must. DO NOT drop sharp objects on tank. Damage to tank
may occur.
(9)
Unroll storage tank (1, Figure 2-19) and unfold sides. Drain end (2) of tank will unroll first. Refer to applicable
technical manual for storage tank assembly procedures.
Figure 2-19. Proper Unroll and Unfold of Storage Tank
(10) Dig 3 ft X 3 ft X 2 in. (0.915 m X 0.915 m X 5.1 cm) sump under drain fitting.
CAUTION
After removing components from boxes, be sure to protect them from sand and grit. Sand and
grit may cause equipment failure.
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