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► Plumb Bob

► Level

► Hole saw or similar

This document contains the recommended procedures for preparing a tank for installation of any Hawkeye Gauge Head system, including

gauge board and float guides.

Please note that the preparation procedures differ for different gauge heads. Please ensure you use the proper procedure for your gauge

head.

Requirements

Prior to modifying a tank, ensure you use the correct procedure for

your particular gauge system, as dimensions and alignment vary

between level gauging systems.

Installation is preferred on clean, empty tanks, although installation

on in-service tanks is possible using provided alternate procedures.

Contents

Tools

Parts Required

A.) Preparing the Tank for a Gauge Head

A1.) Redtail Gauge Head

A2.) Roadside, Sparrowhawk and Model 750 Gauge Head

B.) Preparing the Tank for a Float Guide Kit.

C.) Preparing the Tank for a Gauge Board

C1.) Gauge Board w/ Redtail Gauge Head

C2.) Gauge Board w/ Roadside Gauge Head

C3.) Gauge Board w/ Sparrowhawk or Model 750 Gauge Head

D.) No-Weld Alternatives

D1.) Float Guide Anchor

D2.) Magnetic Gauge Board Clips

Mark a location on the top of the tank for the gauge head connection. The

connection shall be 16 in. from the tank wall, with clearance of 3 ft above,

and 1 ft to each side of the gauge head. Ensure a clear path, free of ob-

structions, on the outside of the tank leading from the gauge head mount

to the ground.

Cut a hole to match the diameter of the coupling at the marked location.

Align the 2 NPT coupling to the cut hole and weld to the tank roof using

appropriate weld procedures.

TANK PREPARATION | GAUGE BOARD KIT INSTALLATION | FLOAT GUIDE KIT INSTALLATION | GAUGE HEAD INSTALLATION | GOSHAWK INSTALLATION

Installation Instructions

Tank Preparation

QTY Part

Redtail Hawk Gauge Head

► 1 2 NPT Female x Female Coupling

Roadside, Sparrowhawk and Model 750 Gauge Head

► 1 1-1/2 NPT Female x Female Coupling

Float Guide Kit

► 2 1-1/4 NPT Female x Female Coupling

► 2 Float Guide Cable Anchor Rings OR

► 1 Poly Float Guide Cable Anchor

Gauge Board Preparation

► varies Weld-on Gauge Board Clips OR

► varies Magnetic Gauge Board Clips

1.) 2.)

3.)

►

A1.) Redtail Gauge Head

Redtail

Gauge Head Preparation Complete, proceed to section B.

Tank Preparation Instructions, April 2010

Summary of content (3 pages)

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TANK PREPARATION | GAUGE BOARD KIT INSTALLATION | FLOAT GUIDE KIT INSTALLATION | GAUGE HEAD INSTALLATION | GOSHAWK INSTALLATION Installation Instructions Tank Preparation This document contains the recommended procedures for preparing a tank for installation of any Hawkeye Gauge Head system, including gauge board and float guides.
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A2.) Roadside , Sparrowhawk , and Model 750 Gauge Head 1.) 2.) ► Cut a hole to match the diameter of the coupling at the marked location. ► 3.) Mark a location on the top of the tank for the gauge head connection. The connection shall be 16 in. from the tank wall, with clearance of 3 ft above, and 1 ft to each side of the gauge head. Ensure a clear path, free of obstructions, on the outside of the tank leading from the gauge head mount to the ground.
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C.) Preparing the Tank for a Gauge Board Please note that the preparation procedures differ for different gauge heads systems. Please ensure you use the proper procedure for your gauge head. C1.) Redtail C2.)Roadside C3.) Sparrowhawk , and Model 750 1.) 1.) Run the chalk line from the centre of the tank roof to the ground. Looking towards the centre of the tank from the edge, position the chalk line 2.5 in to the RIGHT of the Gauge Head Mount. Snap the line.