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Chapter 2
General Preparation
Safety Precautions
Before installing your 2500 ATG, read and review the see the “Safety Precautions” section of
the preface to this document. Continuing with the installation according to the instructions in
this manual presumes you have reviewed these safety precautions.
The instructions to install the perforated tape in the gauge head vary depending on the type
of tape winding mechanism in your gauge head. The instructions for each of these methods
follow the basic 2500 ATG system installation instructions. They include:
• Negator Spring Motor
• Negator Cassette
• Hand Crank
This manual does not cover all possible installations. Contact Varec if you need additional
support or information for your installation.
Tools, Equipment, and Materials
User responsibilities include provision of the following items:
• 1.5-inch conduit that carries the perforated tape
• Necessary mounting and support pipe and welding
• Drilling of any holes in the tank as needed
• Assembling the necessary tools and equipment at the work site
Table 1 lists typical tools and equipment that may be needed. Use a drop cloth to maintain
tool, equipment and installation kit cleanliness.
Table 1: User-Supplied Typical Tools and Equipment
Tools, Equipment, and Materials
tape measure - long string level Pipe taps & dies
cable cutter chalk & line vice light oil
pipe cutter compass protractor Dow Corning 4 compound
sheet metal shears plumb bob Electric drill & bits Dow Corning RTV 737
hole cutters screwdrivers tank hand gauge Loctite 567
pick pliers Welding equipment Loctite 262
shovel wrenches clean drop cloth
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