5450L Upright Tank

Description

CFCY1200 – 5450L Upright Tank

The 5450L Upright Tank is a round upright tank for outdoor storage on a firm, level base. It is rotationally moulded in one piece from polyethylene, in natural white as standard or black to order. Black tanks are made to order and may have a 2–3 week lead time.

Volume:

5455 liters, 1441 US gallons, 1200 IMP gallons

Measurements:

Height – 120inches(3048mm) x Diameter – 61inches(1549mm)

Standard Features:

• One-piece rotationally moulded polyethylene construction
• Natural white colour, black available to order
• Open top
• Fittings, bulkheads and drains added to order with the online tank configurator

Optional Features:

• Black colour – made to order, allow a 2–3 week lead time
• Bulkhead fittings, drains and other fittings, placed in 3D with the online tank configurator on this page

Installation Requirements

The CFCY1200 Upright Tank is designed for above-ground storage of water and liquids of similar density. Proper installation is essential for safe operation and maximum service life.

Foundation Preparation

Install the tank on a solid, level, fully supported foundation capable of supporting the combined weight of the tank and its contents.

Recommended foundations include:

• Reinforced concrete pad
• Compacted gravel base with a level bearing surface
• Engineered steel skid or platform

Avoid:

• Uneven ground
• Point loading
• Wooden pallets
• Unsupported spans
• Soft or unstable soil

The entire base of the tank should be fully supported to prevent distortion.

Positioning Requirements

• Install the tank upright on its base.
• Ensure the tank is level before filling.
• Allow sufficient clearance around the tank for plumbing connections and maintenance.
• Position the tank where the top stays accessible.
• Protect the tank from accidental vehicle impact where applicable.

Lifting and Handling

Handle the tank only when it is empty.

• Lift only when the tank is empty.
• Use wide straps around the body, or lift from below on a pallet or forks that support the base.
• Do not lift by fittings, the lid or the top edge.
• Never lift or transport the tank when filled.

Inlet and Outlet Connections

Fittings, bulkheads and drains are added to order with the online tank configurator on this page, so the tank arrives ready for your plumbing.

Best practices include:

• Support all external pipework independently of the tank.
• Avoid placing mechanical loads on bulkhead fittings.
• Install isolation valves where maintenance access is required.
• Verify all threaded connections are sealed appropriately before filling.

Ventilation

The tank has an open top. Keep it covered to keep debris and light out, without sealing it airtight.

Maintenance Access

Provide adequate clearance for opening the lid, inspecting and cleaning the interior, and servicing the plumbing connections.

Recommended minimum clearances:

Safety Recommendations

• Install only on a fully supported surface.
• Intended for water and liquids of similar density; ask us before storing anything heavier.
• Do not support external plumbing with the tank fittings.
• Keep the tank covered when not in use.
• Secure the tank properly during transport.
• Follow all applicable local plumbing, transportation and safety regulations.

Maintenance Recommendations

Downloads & Documentation

CFCY1200