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    This document discusses fire pumps, including what they are, why they are used, and inspection and testing procedures. Specifically: - Fire pumps are pumps certified to NFPA 20 standards to provide reliable water supply, pressure, and flow for fire protection systems. - They are a critical component used to enhance water supply pressure for firefighting since they cannot create additional water flow. - Inspection and testing procedures include weekly checks of components and systems, as well as running tests without water flow to check operations and monitor for abnormalities.

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    This document discusses fire pumps, including what they are, why they are used, and inspection and testing procedures. Specifically: - Fire pumps are pumps certified to NFPA 20 standards to provide reliable water supply, pressure, and flow for fire protection systems. - They are a critical component used to enhance water supply pressure for firefighting since they cannot create additional water flow. - Inspection and testing procedures include weekly checks of components and systems, as well as running tests without water flow to check operations and monitor for abnormalities.

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    This document discusses fire pumps, including what they are, why they are used, and inspection and testing procedures. Specifically: - Fire pumps are pumps certified to NFPA 20 standards to provide reliable water supply, pressure, and flow for fire protection systems. - They are a critical component used to enhance water supply pressure for firefighting since they cannot create additional water flow. - Inspection and testing procedures include weekly checks of components and systems, as well as running tests without water flow to check operations and monitor for abnormalities.

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    This document discusses fire pumps, including what they are, why they are used, and inspection and testing procedures. Specifically: - Fire pumps are pumps certified to NFPA 20 standards to provide reliable water supply, pressure, and flow for fire protection systems. - They are a critical component used to enhance water supply pressure for firefighting since they cannot create additional water flow. - Inspection and testing procedures include weekly checks of components and systems, as well as running tests without water flow to check operations and monitor for abnormalities.

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    FIRE

    PUMPS

    1
    FIRE PUMPS

    WHAT IS A FIRE PUMP?

    A PUMP THAT HAS BEEN TESTED &


    CERTIFIED TO MEET THE MINIMUM
    STANDARDS SET IN NFPA 20 AS TO
    PERFORMANCE AND OPERATIONAL
    CHARACTERISTICS AND PROVIDE
    MAXIMUM RELIABILITY

    2
    FIRE PUMPS

    WHY ARE FIRE PUMPS USED?

    CRITICAL COMPONENT OF FIRE PROTECTION


    SYSTEMS
    WATER SUPPLIES
    flow (gpm, l/m)
    pressure (psi/bar)
    ENHANCES WATER SUPPLY PRESSURE
    Fire pumps cannot create water (flow)

    3
    FIRE PUMPS - INSPECTION, TESTING & MAINTENANCE

    INSPECTIONS:
    PURPOSE To verify pump assembly appears to be in
    operating condition and is free of physical damage.
    WEEKLY:
    1. Check pump room ventilation.
    2. Check pump suction & discharge valves are fully
    open.
    3. Check suction & system pressure gauges are
    indicating normal pressure.
    4. Check electrical system condition power on
    pilot light is on.
    4
    FIRE PUMPS - INSPECTION, TESTING & MAINTENANCE

    INSPECTIONS:
    WEEKLY:
    5. Check diesel engine system condition:
    Fuel tank full
    Controller switch in auto position
    Batteries voltage reading acceptable
    Batteries charging current readings acceptable
    All pilot light indications normal
    Crankcase oil level
    5
    FIRE PUMPS - INSPECTION, TESTING & MAINTENANCE

    INSPECTIONS:

    WEEKLY:
    5. Check diesel engine system condition:
    Cooling water level
    Battery electrolyte level
    Battery terminals free of corrossion

    6
    FIRE PUMPS - INSPECTION, TESTING & MAINTENANCE

    TESTS:
    WEEKLY: - TEST FIRE PUMPS WITHOUT FLOWING WATER.
    1. Start the pump automatically.
    2. Electric pump run for minimum 10 minutes.
    3. Diesel pump run for minimum 30 minutes.
    4. Check pump circulation relief valve is discharging water.
    5. While pump is running:
    Record pump suction & discharge gauge readings.
    Check pump packing glands for slight discharge adjust if
    necessary.
    7
    FIRE PUMPS - INSPECTION, TESTING & MAINTENANCE

    TESTS:
    WEEKLY: - TEST FIRE PUMPS WITHOUT FLOWING WATER.
    Check for unusual noise or vibration.
    Check packing boxes, bearings & pump casing for overheating.
    Record pump start pressure.
    6. Electrical Systems:
    Observe time for motor to accelerate to full speed.
    Record the time controller is on first step (for reduced voltage or
    reduced current starting).

    8
    FIRE PUMPS - INSPECTION, TESTING & MAINTENANCE

    TESTS:
    WEEKLY: - TEST FIRE PUMPS WITHOUT FLOWING WATER.
    7. Diesel Engine system:
    Observe time for engine to crank
    Observe time for engine to reach running speed
    Observe engine oil pressure gauge, speed indicator, water & oil
    temperature indicators periodically while engine is running
    Record any abnormalities
    Check heat exchanger for cooling water flow

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