PNEG-1655
VTDL-135' - 8' x 9' Door
Assembly w/ Manway
Instructions Manual
PNEG-1655
Date: 01-07-11
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Table of Contents
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................4
Chapter 2 Safety .....................................................................................................................................................5
Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................................................. 5
General Safety Statement ..................................................................................................................... 6
Safety Sign-Off Sheet ........................................................................................................................... 9
Chapter 3 Safety Decals ......................................................................................................................................10
Roof Damage Warning and Disclaimer ............................................................................................... 10
Chapter 4 Suggested Tools ................................................................................................................................13
Chapter 5 Assembly Instructions ......................... .................................................... ..........................................14
Chapter 6 Assembly Drawings ...........................................................................................................................17
Sidewall Layout ................................... ... ... ....................................... ... ... .... ... ...................................... 17
Door Assembly Exploded View ........................................................................................................... 19
Column Installation .............................................................................................................................. 20
Header Beam Installation ............................. .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ................................ 21
Header Beam Connection Details ....................................................................................................... 22
Center Column Installation .................................................................................................................. 23
Door Panel Assembly .......................................................................................................................... 24
Stiffener/Sidewall Attachment ............................................................................................................. 27
Reinforcement Force Detail ................................................................................................................ 28
Field Weld Details ............................................................................................................................... 29
Outer Cover Assembly ........................................................................................................................ 30
Assembled Outer Cover ...................................................................................................................... 31
VTDL Door Foundations ..................................................................................................................... 32
Concrete Details .................................................................................................................................. 33
Chapter 7 Warranty ..............................................................................................................................................35
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1. Introduction
READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to properly use and install equipment. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or equipment damage.
INSPECT the shipment immediately upon arrival. The customer is responsible for ensuring that all
quantities are correct. The customer should report and note any damage or shortage on the bill of lading
to justify their claim to the transport company.
THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE CONSIDERED a permanent part of your equipment and should be easily
accessible when needed.
This warranty provides you the assurance that the company will back its products when defects appear
within the warranty period. In some circumstances, the company also provides field improvements, often
without charge to the customer, even if the product is out of warranty. Should the equipment be abused,
or modified to change its performance beyond the factory specifications, the warranty will become void
and field improvements may be denied.
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2. Safety
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to
personal injury.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Safety Guidelines
This manual contains information that is important for you, the owner/operator, to know and understand.
This information relates to protecting personal safety and preventing equipment problems. It is the
responsibility of the owner/operator to inform anyone operating or working in the area of this equipment
of these safety guidelines. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols that are defined
below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. Failure to read this manual and its
safety instructions is a misuse of the equipment and may lead to serious injury or death.
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2. Safety
This product has sharp edges, which may cause serious injury. To avoid injury, handle
sharp edges with caution and always use proper protective clothing and equipment.
General Safety Statement
Our foremost concern is your safety and the safety of others associated with grain handling equipment.
This manual is to help you understand safe operating procedures and some problems which may be
encountered by the operator and other personnel.
As owner and/or operator, you are responsible to know what requirements, hazards and precautions exist
and inform all personnel associated with the equipment or in the area. Safety precautions may be required
from the personnel. Avoid any alterations to the equipment, which may produce a very dangerous
situation, where SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH may occur.
You should consider the location of the bin site relative to power line locations or electrical transmission
equipment. Contact your local power company to review your installation plan or for information
concerning required equipment clearance. Clearance of portable equipment that may be taken to the bin
site should also be reviewed and considered. Any electrical control equipment in contact with the bin
should be properly grounded and installed in accordance with National Electric Code provisions and other
local or national codes.
This product is intended for the use of grain storage only. Any other use is a misuse of the product.
Sidewall bundles or sheets must be stored in a safe manner. The safest method of storing sidewall
bundles is laying horizontally with the arch of the sheet upward, like a dome. Sidewall sheets stored on
edge must be secured so that they cannot fall over and cause injury. Use care when handling and moving
sidewall bundles.
Personnel operating or working around equipment should read this manual. This manual must be
delivered with equipment to its owner. Failure to read this manual and its safety instructions is a
misuse of the equipment.
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2. Safety
Follow Safety Instructions
Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and
safety signs on your machine. Keep signs in good
condition. Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Be
sure new equipment components and repair parts include
the current safety signs. Replacement safety signs are
available from the manufacturer.
Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls
properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction.
Keep your machinery in proper working condition.
Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair
the function and/or safety and affect machine life.
If you do not understand any part of this manual or need
assistance, contact your dealer.
Read and Understand Manual
Practice Safe Maintenance
Understand service procedures before doing work. Keep area
clean and dry.
Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is in operation.
Keep hands, feet and clothing away from rotating parts.
Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix
damage immediately . Replace worn or broken p arts. Remove any
built up grease oil and debris.
Maintain Equipment
and Work Area
Prepare for Emergencies
Be prepared if fire starts.
Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service,
hospital and fire department near your telephone.
Keep Emergency Equipment
Quickly Accessible
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2. Safety
Wear Protective Clothing
Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate
to the job.
Remove all jewelry.
Long hair should be tied up and back.
Safety glasses should be worn at all times to protect eyes
from debris.
Wear gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges on
plastic or steel parts.
Wear steel toe boots to help protect your feet from falling
debris. Tuck in any loose or dangling shoe strings.
A respirator may be needed to prevent breathing potentially
toxic fumes and dust.
Wear hard hat to help protect your head.
Wear appropriate fall protection equipment when working at
elevations greater than six feet (6').
Eye Protection
Gloves
Steel Toe Boots
Respirator
Hard Hat
Fall Protection
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2. Safety
Safety Sign-Off Sheet
As a requirement of O.S.H.A., it is necessary for the employer to train the employee in the safe operating
and safety procedures for this equipment. This sign-off sheet is provided for your convenience and
personal record keeping. All unqualified persons are to stay out of the work area at all times. It is strongly
recommended that another qualified person who knows the shut down procedure be in the area in the
event of an emergency.
Date Employee Name Supervisor Name
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3. Safety Decals
Excessive vacuum (or pressure) may
damage roof. Use positive aeration
system. Make sure all roof vents are
open and unobstructed. Start roof
fans when supply fans are started.
Do not operate when conditions exist
that may cause roof vent icing.
DC-969
CAUTION!
The manufacturer does not warrant any roof damage caused by excess ive v acuum or internal
pressure from fans or other air moving systems. Adequate ventilation and/or “makeup air”
devices should be provided for all powered air handling systems. The manufacturer does not
recommend the use of downward flow systems (suction). Severe roof damage can result from
any blockage of air passages. Running fans durin g high humidity/cold weather conditions can
cause air exhaust or intake ports to freeze.
Roof Damage Warning and Disclaimer
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3. Safety Decals
Rotating flighting will
kill or dismember.
Flowing material will
trap and suffocate.
Crusted material will
collapse and suffocate.
Keep clear of all augers.
DO NOT ENTER this bin!
Failure to heed these
warnings will result in
serious injury or death.
If you must enter the bin:
1. Shut off and lock out all power.
2. Use a safety harness and safety line.
3. Station another person outside the bin.
4. Avoid the center of the bin.
5. Wear proper breathing equipment or respirator.
DC-GBC-1A
ATTENTION: The decal shown below should be present on the outside of the door cover of the 2 ring,
24" porthole door cover and the roof manway cover. If a decal has been damaged or is missing in any of
these locations, contact the manufacturer for a free replacement decal.
GSI Decals
1004 E. Illinois St.
Assumption, IL. 62510
Phone: 1-217-226-4421
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3. Safety Decals
Failure to heed these warnings
could result in serious injury, death,
structural damage or collapse of tank.
1. Use CENTER FLOOR OUTLET ONLY until NO grain
remains above this outlet.
2. Side floor outlets to be used ONLY when above
condition is satisfied.
3. Lock all side floor outlets to avoid accidental
premature use.
4. See manufacturers instructions for proper use of
factory supplied sidedraw (wall) discharge systems.
UNLOADING INSTRUCTIONS:
DC-GBC-2A
WARNIN
DON’T
DO
ATTENTION: The decal shown below should be present on the outside of the door cover of the 2 ring,
24" porthole door cover and the roof manway cover. If a decal has been damaged or is missing in any of
these locations, contact the manufacturer for a free replacement decal.
GSI Decals
1004 E. Illinois St.
Assumption, IL. 62510
Phone: 1-217-226-4421
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4. Suggested Tools
Recommended tools for installing VTDL-135' - 8' x 9' Doors
1. Forklift or similar piece of equipment capable of lifting 2000 lbs. at heights above 10'.
2. Welder.
3. Plasma cutter, torch or similar tool for cutting base plates.
4. Concrete drill for installing 3/4" epoxy type anchors (if anchors are used).
5. 1/2" and 7/16" drill bits.
6. Sockets and wrenches including 9/16", 5/8", 1-1/8" and 1-1/2" sizes.
7. Drift pins and/or pry bars.
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5. Assembly Instructions
Written instructions for installation of a VTDL-135' - 8' x 9' D large vehicle traffic door in
135' diameter, externally stiffened tanks.
Prior to door installation, tank should be fully erected and anchored. The VTDL-135' - 8' x 9' D door
is to be installed in the bottom 4 rings of the tank. Adequate provisions should be made for door
installation. A list of necessary tools and equipment is attached. Also some field fabrication and welding
will be necessary.
1. The VTDL door is to be installed in the bottom 4 rings of the tank.
2. The door must be placed near an intermediate discharge well such that grain will clear away from the
door panels when tank is emptied.
3. Tank erection will be done as normal until the fifth ring from the bottom is to be installed. The fifth ring
will be installed as normal except that the orientation of the sidewall sheets should match the sidewall
layout shown on Page 17. At door location, install special punched, special length door sheets at the
correct position as shown on Page 17. Use two (2) non-laminated sidewall sheets (minimum
10 gauge) per ring without caulk to temporarily complete the ring. Use only horizon tal seam bolts to
connect the filler sheets to the door sheets. Continue installing the sidewall as normal except for
installing the special door sheets and temporary sheets. These sheets are used as filler sheets to
keep the tank round until fully erected. They will be removed prior to door installation. Also four (4)
sets of stiffeners should be omitted at the door location. (See Page 17.) Standard base stiffener
weldments will be used in these locations after door frame is completely installed. Anchor tank
securely before installing door.
4. When tank is properly anchored, remove filler sheets. Be sure the sidewall is installed as shown
on Page 17.
5. Review Pages 19 and 30 to identify door frame and outer cover parts.
6. Place threshold weldments (VTDL-0582) in door opening between sidewall sheets. Install left and
right column weldments 135' (VTDL-0564 and VTDL-0565) as shown on Page 20. Fasten column
weldments to sidewall sheets with 7/16" x 2-1/2" bolts (S-9444) and 7/16" recessed nut (S-8479).
Do not tighten bolts at this time. Insert corrugated sealing strips into the outer edge of the sidewall
sheets and the inner edge of the sidewall attachment plates. Caulk around seal strip as well. Align
edge of column base plate with edge of threshold weldment. Also the door panel attachment strips
of the columns and threshold must be aligned. (See Pages 20 and 22.) The columns and threshold
weldments will be anchored with 3/4" epoxy type anchors or by field welding to tunnel girder. The
column weldments must be field welded to the threshold weldments. Do not a nchor or weld until door
is fully installed.
7. Install header beam weldment (VTDL-0560) on the top of the column weldments. The header beam
weldment will slide onto the top of the columns from the inside of the tank. Fasten loosely with
1" x 3-1/2" grade 8 bolts (S-7622), 1" washers (S-7623) and 1" nuts (S-240). See detail A
on Page 22. Be sure that the sidewall attachment plate holes of the heade r and column are aligned.
Attach the sidewall of the fifth ring to the header seal strip with 7/16" x 2" bolts (S-10114). Do not
tighten bolts until door panels are installed.
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5. Assembly Instructions
8. The center column weldments (VTDL-0556) will be installed within the door frame. The bottom of the
center column weldment will rest between the column outer cover strip on the threshold weldment.
The top of the center column weldment will bolt to the header beam weldment with 1" x 3-1/2" bolts.
See details B and C on Page 23. Use VTDL-0338 shim plates between center column and header
beam and threshold weldment. Place one shim plate on the threshold weldment splice prior to the
placement of the center column. The center column should be placed inside of the tank with the base
of the column near the threshold weldment splice. Tilt the column upward into position and bolt it to
the header beam. Install the top shim plate. The door panel attachment plates of the column, header
and threshold weldments should be aligned. (See Page 23.) The center column is to be removed
when door is opened; do not field weld to center column. Do not tighten bolts until door panels
are installed.
9. Verify that the door frame is square and all door panel attachment plates are in alignment prior to
installing door panels.
10. Assemble door panels as shown on Page 24. Door panels must be installed in this manner to
maintain proper orientation of hinges. Door hinge plate weldments (VTDL-0574) are to be placed
as shown on Page 24 detail D. Use 7/16" x 2" bolts (S-10114) at door panel splices and hinge p late
weldments. Follow installation details on Page 25 for door panel placement. Use 1" x 3-1/2"
grade 8 bolts to attach door panels to the door fame. Use only enough bo lts to ho ld p anels in pla ce
and clamp the panels to the door frame. Be sure that the panels are closed completely and all holes
are aligned. The door panels will be opened later to allow for field welding and sealing. Caulk all along
door panel splices. Use 1" x 3-1/2" grade 8 bolts at these locations. Door attachment plate splices
will be used at all hinge and door attachment plate splice locations. See Page 28 for details.
11. Insert hinge pins (VTDL-0244) through hinge plates on the door panels and column weldments.
See detail E on Page 27. Place 1/2" washer over top of the hinge pin and secure it with 1/8" cotter pin
(S-7241). Tighten all door panel bolts and door frame connection bolts at this time.
12. Attach standard base stiffener weldments above header beam as shown on Page 27. Use 7/16" x 2"
bolts (S-10114) for attaching to seal strip and 7/16" x 2-1/2" bolts for attaching to sidewall plates.
Tighten all sidewall and stiffener bolts at this time. Shim as necessary and field weld stiffeners to
header beam. Base plates may have to be trimmed to align with header beam. (See Page 27.)
13. Anchor threshold weldments to foundation or field weld to tunnel beam. Field weld columns to
threshold weldments. Open door panels and field weld door panel attachment plates of header and
threshold to left and right column weldments. Field weld threshold weldment splice and access cover
plates on column weldments. Welding should be done on both the inside and outside of the door
frame. Refer to Page 29 for complete field welding details.
14. Clean, inspect and paint all welds. Place foam seal strip all along the outer edge of the door panel
assembly to seal door panels. Close door panels and install all door panel bolts with washer on each
side. Be sure that the reinforcement plates are in the proper location. (See Page 30.) Tighten door
panel bolts. Inspect all welds and door assembly bolts at this time. Place decals DC-GBC-1A and
DC-GBC-2A on the inside of the door panels. (See Page 30.) Caulk any gaps around the center
column weldment and threshold weldments.
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5. Assembly Instructions
15. Assemble outer cover as shown on Page 31. Apply strip of caulk behind column and header angles
before attaching them to column and header beam clips. Attach center post and center door latch
(VTDL-0293) to header angle and threshold weldment. Apply caulking to the top and bottom of center
post. Assemble door outer cover, reinforcement channels, hinges, latch brackets and door handles
as shown on Page 30. 3/8" x 1" Bin bolts will be used for all connections. Use 3/8" nut and sealing
washer as spacer between latch bracket and outer cover. Place outer cover in door frame an d align
hinge weldment (VTDL-0574) with hinge bracket (VTDL-0292). Insert hinge pins (VTDL-0335)
through hinges and hold in place with washers and cotter pins. Review details G-I on Page 31
for connection details. Adjust door hinges and latches as necessary until door opens and closes
smoothly. Apply foam seal strip around perimeter of outer cover and caulk as necessary to seal
outer cover. Place decals DC-GBC-2A and DC-GBC-2S on the outer cover as shown on Page 31.
16. To open door, open outer cover and remove door cover or tie back to bin, remove center post, unbolt
door panels from door frame. Do not remove hinges or unbolt door panels from one another. Swing
door panels open to remove center column. Provisions should be made to hold the door panels open
while center column is being removed and bin is being cleaned. Unbolt top of center column from
header beam and remove shim plate. Slide center column section inside off the threshold weldment,
tilt outward and remove. Caution center column is extremely heavy and proper equipment should be
used for removal. Temporary ramps should be made to avoid driving over the door panel attachment
plates of the threshold weldment. Once the bin is fully emptied, re-install the center column section,
close door panels and bolt panels to door frame. It may be necessary to reseal around doo r pane ls
and column weldments. Close outer cover and reseal as necessary. Inspect all decals each time
door is opened and replace if damaged or missing.
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Sidewall Layout
6. Assembly Drawings
NOTE: Please refer to the table on Page 18 for corresponding part numbers
to the A through G letters mentioned in this drawing.
Continue tank erection as normal until the fifth ring is reached. Note the location of the vertical seams and stiffener columns above the door opening. The fifth
ring must be positioned this way for the door to fit properly. Assemble door sheets and stiffener columns as shown. It may be necessary to use filler sheets at
the door location to finish erecting the tank. These sheets must be removed when tank is set and door installation is to begin. Do not caulk filler sheets.
8 Gauge or heavier sheets may be used as filler sheets. Filler sheets will only be used in the bottom 4 rings. The fifth ring will be constructed as normal.
Omit the four (4) stiffeners directly above the door opening. These stiffeners will be installed after the door installation is completed.
Figure 6A
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6. Assembly Drawings
Sidewall Layout (Continued)
NCL135'-24' through NCL135'-30' Spec. Sheet Utilization
Sheet Designation Sheet Part # Sheet Length Sheet Punch Pattern Color Code (6 Gauge)
A SO741806135 46-1/2" Fig/Fig White/Gold/Ochre/Blue
B SO742006135 84" Fig/Fig White/Ochre/Black
C SO742206135 46-1/2" Fig/Fig White/Gold/Ochre/Y ellow
D SO742006135 84" Fig/Fig White/Ochre/Black
E SO741906135 46-1/2" Fig/Fig White/Ochre/Red
F SO742106135 121-1/2" Fig/Fig White/Ochre/Purple
G SO742106135 121-1/2" Fig/Fig White/Ochre/Purple
NCL135'-23' Spec. Sheet Utilization
Sheet Designation Sheet Part # Sheet Length Sheet Punch Pattern Color Code (6 Gauge)
A SO750206135 44-1/4" Quad/Fig White/Gold/Ochre/Blue
B SO742006135 84" Fig/Fig White/Ochre/Black
C SO742206135 46-1/2" Fig/Fig White/Gold/Ochre/Y ellow
D SO742006135 84" Fig/Fig White/Ochre/Black
E SO750306135 44-1/4" Quad/Fig White/Ochre/Red
F SO742106135 121-1/2" Fig/Fig White/Ochre/Purple
G SO742106135 121-1/2" Fig/Fig White/Ochre/Purple
NCL135'-22' Spec. Sheet Utilization
Sheet Designation Sheet Part # Sheet Length Sheet Punch Pattern Color Code (6 Gauge)
A SO750206135 44-1/4" Quad/Fig White/Gold/Ochre/Blue
B SO750406135 81-3/4" Quad/Fig White/Ochre/Black
C SO742206135 46-1/2" Fig/Fig White/Gold/Ochre/Y ellow
D SO742006135 84" Fig/Fig White/Ochre/Black
E SO750306135 44-1/4" Quad/Fig White/Ochre/Red
F SO750506135 119-1/4" Quad/Fig White/Ochre/Purple
G SO742106135 121-1/2" Fig/Fig White/Ochre/Purple
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Door Assembly Exploded View
Outer cover assembly
(See Page 30.)
Door panel assembly (See Page 24,
Page 25 and Page 26.)
Manway door panel assembly
(See Page 24, Page 25 and Page 26.)
6. Assembly Drawings
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Figure 6B
6. Assembly Drawings
Remove filler sheets and install threshold weldments. Threshold weldments will either be anchored to the concrete or field welded to a tunnel beam.
Do not anchor or weld threshold weldments until door assembly is completed. Set right and left column weldments on threshold weldments and attach to the
sidewall with 7/16" x 2-1/2" bolts and recessed nuts. The sidewall will be on the outside of the column weldment. Bolt head with sealing washer will be on the
outside of this connection. All of the sidewall bolts may be installed at this time but do not tighten until the door assembly is complete. Use the provided
measurements to assure that the columns are in the correct location and the header weldment will slide in place.
Column Installation
Figure 6C
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Header Beam Installation
The header beam must slide onto the columns from the inside of the tank. The seal strip atop of the header will bolt to the fifth ring from the inside of the
tank. Attach the header to the columns with 1" x 3-1/2" grade 8 bolts, nuts and washers. Refer to Page 22 for header to column connection details.
Required field welding should be done after door is completely installed. Field weld sidewall plates and door attachment plates as shown. Refer to
Page 29 for complete field weld details. (Viewed from inside of tank.)
6. Assembly Drawings
Figure 6D
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6. Assembly Drawings
NOTE: Install header beam onto columns as shown on Page 21. Use 1" x 3-1/2" grade 8 bolts with washer on each side. Insert bolts from the column side
and tighten. Access cover plates VTDL-0246 will be welded onto the inside and outside of the columns at the access opening after the door is installed.
Be sure that the edge of the threshold plate is aligned with the edge of the columns. Field weld threshold plates, sidewall plates and door panel plates
after door is completely installed.
Header Beam Connection Details
Figure 6E
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Center Column Installation
6. Assembly Drawings
Figure 6F
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6. Assembly Drawings
Door panels should be assembled as shown.
Attach the door panels to the columns, header and
threshold with 1" x 3-1/2" grade 8 bolts with
washer on each side. Bolt head will be on the
outside of the connection. Use 1" x 3-1/2" grade 8
bolts at hinge locations. Use foam seal strip on
back side of door panels. Apply caulking between
all door panel splices. Attach hinge weldments to
door panels with 3/8" x 1-1/2" bin bolts. Bolt head
and sealing washer should be on the outside for
these connections. Refer to Page 25 and Page 26
for door panel to frame assembly.
Door Panel Assembly
Figure 6G
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Door Panel Assembly (Continued)
Install right side panels
as shown. Assemble
from the bottom of the
door frame and work up.
Assemble door panels
as shown on Page 24.
6. Assembly Drawings
Figure 6H
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6. Assembly Drawings
Door Panel Assembly (Continued)
Figure 6I
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Stiffener/Sidewall Attachment
6. Assembly Drawings
Figure 6J
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6. Assembly Drawings
Reinforcement Force Detail
Figure 6K
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Field Weld Details
6. Assembly Drawings
Figure 6L
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6. Assembly Drawings
NOTE: Attach angles to columns and header with
3/8" x 1" bin bolts. The outer cover hinge brackets
will attach to the outside of the column outer cover
flanges. Attach the center post to the header and
threshold weldments with 3/8" x 1" bolts. Attach
reinforcement channels, outer cover handle and
latch brackets to the outer cover with 3/8" x 1" bin
bolts. Place outer cover assembly in position and
insert the hinge pin through the hinge weldment
and bracket. Secure hinge pin with cotter pin and
washer. Be sure door opens and closes smoothly.
Adjust hinges and latches as necessary. Open
outer door covers and apply foam seal strip all
around outer cover. Caulk as necessary to seal
outer cover.
Outer Cover Assembly
Figure 6M
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Assembled Outer Cover
6. Assembly Drawings
Figure 6N
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6. Assembly Drawings
VTDL Door Foundations
VTDL doors will require special foundation requirements and aeration floor systems. The Page 33
contain foundation specifications for the installation of VTDL doors in 135' diameter externally stiffened
tanks. These specifications are based on the Grain Systems Concrete Manual PNEG-318. All foundation
specifications shall be construed as recommendations only. Because of the many variable conditions
in actual installation, Grain Systems assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such
recommendations. Please contact the Grain Bin Engineering Department if there are any specific
questions about the concrete requirements for a VTDL door.
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Concrete Details
6. Assembly Drawings
Figure 6O
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NOTES
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7. Warranty
9101239_1_CR_rev7.DOC (revised July 2009)
GSI Group, LLC Limited Warranty
The GSI Group, LLC (“GSI”) warrants products which it manufactures to be free of defects in materials and workmanship
under normal usage and conditions for a period of 12 months after sale to the original end-user or if a foreign sale,
14 months from arrival at port of discharge, whichever is earlier. The end-user’s sole remedy (and GSI’s only obligation)
is to repair or replace, at GSI’s option and expense, products that in GSI’s judgment, contain a material defect in materials
or workmanship. Expenses incurred by or on behalf of the end-user without prior written authorization from the GSI
Warranty Group shall be the sole responsibility of the end-user.
Warranty Extensions:
The Limited Warranty period is extended for the following products:
Product Warranty Period
Performer Series Direct Drive Fan Motor 3 Years
AP Fans and Flooring
Cumberland
Feeding/Watering
Systems
Grain Systems Grain Bin Structural Design 5 Years
Grain Systems
Farm Fans
Zimmerman
All Fiberglass Housings Lifetime
All Fiberglass Propellers Lifetime
Feeder System Pan Assemblies 5 Years **
Feed Tubes (1-3/4" and 2.00") 10 Years *
Centerless Augers 10 Years *
Watering Nipples 10 Years *
Portable and Tower Dryers 2 Years
Portable and Tower Dryer Frames and
Internal Infrastructure †
5 Years
* Warranty prorated from list price:
0 to 3 years - no cost to end-user
3 to 5 years - end-user pays 25%
5 to 7 years - end-user pays 50%
7 to 10 years - end-user pays 75%
** Warranty prorated from list price:
0 to 3 years - no cost to end-user
3 to 5 years - end-user pays 50%
† Motors, burner components
and moving parts not included.
Portable dryer screens included.
Tower dryer screens not included.
GSI further warrants that the portable and tower dryer frame and basket, excluding all auger and auger drive components,
shall be free from defects in materials for a period of time beginning on the twelfth (12
and continuing until the sixtieth (60
th
) month from the date of purchase (extended warranty period). During the extended
th
) month from the date of purchase
warranty period, GSI will replace the frame or basket components that prove to be defective under normal conditions
of use without charge, excluding the labor, transportation, and/or shipping costs incurred in the performance of this
extended warranty.
Conditions and Limitations:
THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES THAT EXTEND BEYOND THE LIMITED WARRANTY DESCRIPTION SET FORTH
ABOVE. SPECIFICALLY, GSI MAKES NO FURTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE OR USE IN CONNECTION WITH: (I) PRODUCT MANUFACTURED OR SOLD BY GSI OR (II) ANY ADVICE,
INSTRUCTION, RECOMMENDATION OR SUGGESTION PROVIDED BY AN AGENT, REPRESENTA TIVE OR
EMPLOYEE OF GSI REGARDING OR RELATED TO THE CONFIGURATION, INSTALLATION, LAYOUT, SUITABILITY
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR DESIGN OF SUCH PRODUCTS.
GSI shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages, including, without limitation, loss of
anticipated profits or benefits. The sole and exclusive remedy is set forth in the Limited Warranty, which shall not exceed
the amount paid for the product purchased. This warranty is not transferable and applies only to the original end-user. GSI
shall have no obligation or responsibility for any representations or warranties made by or on behalf of any dealer, agent
or distributor.
GSI assumes no responsibility for claims resulting from construction defects or unauthorized modifications to products
which it manufactured. Modifications to products not specifically delineated in the manual accompanying the equipment at
initial sale will void the Limited Warranty.
This Limited Warranty shall not extend to products or parts which have been damaged by negligent use, misuse, alteration,
accident or which have been improperly/inadequately maintained. This Limited Warranty extends solely to products
manufactured by GSI.
Prior to installation, the end-user has the responsibility to comply with federal, state and local codes which apply to the
location and installation of products manufactured or sold by GSI.
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This equipment shall be installed in accordance with
the current installation codes and applicable
regulations which should be carefully followed in all
cases. Authorities having jurisdiction should be
consulted before installations are made.
Copyright © 2011 by GSI Group
Printed in the USA
GSI Group
1004 E. Illinois St.
Assumption, IL 62510-0020
Phone: 1-217-226-4421
Fax: 1-217-226-4420
www.gsiag.com
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