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REPAIR-CONTINUED
11. Allow tank (Figure 2, Item 4) to dry completely.
12. If crack is narrow enough, the damaged area may be heated with a propane torch and rewelded.
13. If the damage is more substantial, cut a patch (Figure 2, Item 8) of plastic or metal large enough to
cover the damaged area with approximately 1 -inch (4 cm) overlap.
14. Cut a rubber or paper gasket (Figure 2, Item 9) to match the patch, with approximately -inch (1
cm) overlap.
15. Drill -inch holes at 1-inch intervals around the perimeter of the patch (Figure 2, Item 8).
16. Place the drilled patch (Figure 2, Item 8) in location over the damaged area of the tank, mark the
holes, and drill corresponding holes into the tank (Figure 2, Item 4).
17. Place the patch (Figure 2, Item 8) over the gasket (Figure 2, Item 9), mark the holes, and cut
corresponding holes in the gasket.
18. Assemble the patch (Figure 2, Item 8) and gasket (Figure 2, Item 9) together with stainless steel 1/4
- 20 x 1 machine screws (Figure 2, Item 10).
19. Install the assembled patch (Figure 2, Item 8) onto the tank (Figure 2, Item 4), and fasten each
machine screw with a stainless steel 1/4 - 20 nut (Figure 2, Item 11).
20. Plug all openings in the tank and fill the tank with water to check for leaks. Correct all leakage and
drain the tank.
21. Install the tank top and retain with screws.
22. Install the assembled tank (Figure 2, Item 4) in place and retain with original hardware.
23. Install hose connections, electrical connections, and fittings, including the sight glass assembly, onto
the tank (Figure 2, Item 4) as tagged.
24. Remount the soap dispenser control modules (Figure 2, Item 5).
25. Monitor tank repair for leakage.
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