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ITEM PROCEDURES
Weekly Annual Variable
8.1.3.1 The installations for which NFPA 20, Standard for the Installation of Stationary...
Fire protection pumps, allowable negative pressures on the suction gauge
moment of the bomb inside installation, where the demand of the system can still be met by
pump and water supply, considered in accordance with 8.1.3.
8.1.4 Power source. The power sources for the pump actuator must provide the
horsepower of the driver's brake for the pump to meet the system's demand.
8.1.5 Driver. The pump driver must not be overloaded beyond its rating.
(including any services tolerance to factors) when providing the necessary braking power.
8.1.6 * Controller. Automatic and manual controllers to apply the power source to
The driver must be able to provide this operation for the type of pump used.
Before performing any test or procedure that may result in the activation of a
alarm
After the completion of these tests or procedures
8.2 Inspection.
8.2.1 The purpose of the inspection should be to verify if the pump assembly appears to be
operating condition and is free from physical damage.
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The heat is suitable, no less than 4.4 °C (40 °F) [21 °C (70 °F) for the pump room]
with diesel pumps without engine heaters.
The ventilation grilles are free to operate.
The suction and discharge valves and the bypass of the pump are fully open.
The piping is free of leaks.
The reading of the manometer on the suction line is normal.
The manometer reading of the system line is normal.
The suction reservoir is full.
The well suction screens are clear and in place.
(5) * Steam system conditions: The steam pressure gauge reading is normal.
8.3 * Test.
8.3.1 A weekly test of fire pump sets must be conducted without water.
current.
8.3.1.1 This test must be performed by automatically turning on the pump.
8.3.1.2 The electric pump must operate for at least 10 minutes.
8.3.1.3 The diesel pump must operate for at least 30 minutes.
8.3.1.4 A valve installed to open as a safety resource must be able to discharge
water.
8.3.1.5 The automatic weekly test timer must be replaced by the start
procedure.
8.3.2.1 * Qualified operational personnel must be present during the weekly pump.
Operation.
8.3.2.2 The visual observations or relevant adjustments specified in the following lists of
verification must be conducted while the pump is running:
8.3.3.1 An annual test of each pump set must be carried out under minimum conditions,
nominal and peak flows of the fire pump, controlling the amount of water
downloaded through approved testing devices.
8.3.3.1.1 * If the available suction supplies do not allow a flow of 150% of capacity
nominal of the pump, the fire pump must operate at the maximum allowable discharge.
8.3.3.1.2 * This test must be carried out as described in 8.3.3.1.2.1, 8.3.3.1.2.2 or
8.3.3.1.2.3.
8.3.3.1.2.1 Use of pump discharge through hose flows. Pump suction and
discharge pressures and the flow measurements of each hose flow must determine the
total pump output. Care should be taken to avoid water damage by checking
if there is drainage for discharging high-pressure water from hoses.
8.3.3.1.2.2 Use of the pump discharge through the manual flow meter for drainage or
suction the reservoir. The suction and discharge pressures of the pump and the flowmeter measurements.
They must determine the total output of the pump.
8.3.3.1.2.3 Use of the pump discharge through the manual flow meter for suction of the
pump (ClosedLoop Metering). Suction and discharge pressures of the pump and the flow meter
the measurements must determine the total production of the pump.
8.3.3.1.4 When 8.3.3.1.2.2 or 8.3.3.1.2.3 are used, the flow meter must be adjusted.
immediately before performing the test according to the manufacturer's instructions.
If the test results are not consistent with the previous annual test, 8.3.3.1.2.1 must be
used. And if it is not possible to carry out the test according to 8.3.3.1.2.1, a must be carried out
calibration of the flow meter. performed and the test must be repeated.
8.3.3.3 * For installations with a pressure relief valve, the operation of the relief valve must
to be closely monitored under each flow condition to determine if the discharge pressure
the pump exceeds the normal operational pressure of the system components.
8.3.3.3.1 The pressure relief valve should also be monitored during each condition of
flow to determine if the pressure relief valve closes at the appropriate pressure.
8.3.3.3.2 A pressure relief valve opened during a flow condition will affect the
test results.
8.3.3.3.3 The pressure relief valve must be closed during flow conditions, if
it is necessary to reach minimum nominal characteristics for the pump and reset to the position
normal at the conclusion of the bomb test.
8.3.3.4 For installations with automatic transfer switch, the following test must be
done to ensure that overcurrent protection devices (i.e., fuses or
breakers)
do not open
Simulate a power failure condition while the pump is operating with load.
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8.3.3.5 The alarm conditions must be simulated by activating the alarm circuits
no local alarm sensors and all local alarm indicator devices or
remote (visual and sound) must be observed for operation.
8.3.4 Other tests. 8.3.4.1 Generator sets of engines that provide power from
emergency or standby to activate the pump The sets must be tested
routinely according to NFPA 110, Standard for Emergency and systems of
standby power.
8.3.4.3 Tests of the appropriate environmental conditions of the pump room space
(for example, heating, ventilation, lighting) must be done to ensure the
manual or automatic operation suitable for the associated equipment.
8.3.4.4 * The parallel and angular alignment of the pump and the driver must be
verified during the annual test. Any misalignment must be corrected.
REPORTS
8.3.5.1 * Interpretation.
8.3.5.1.1 The interpretation of the test results should be the basis for the determination of
performance of the pump set.
8.3.5.2.1 Theoretical factors for correcting the nominal speed should not be
applied when determining the compliance of the pump according to the test.
8.3.5.2.2 Increase the motor speed beyond the nominal pump speed
nominal condition is not an acceptable method to achieve nominal performance of the
bomb
8.3.5.3 The fire pump assembly will be considered acceptable if any one
the following conditions are shown during the test:
1) * The test corresponds to the initial field acceptance test curve that is not adjusted.
The fire pump corresponds to the performance characteristics indicated in the pump.
identification plate.
8.3.5.5 Current and voltage readings whose product does not exceed the product of the nominal voltage and
the nominal load current multiplied by the motor's allowable service factor must be
considered acceptable. Voltage readings on the motor within 5% below or 10% above
the nominal voltage (that is, nameplate) should be considered acceptable.
8.4 Reports.
8.4.1 Any abnormality observed during the inspection or test must be reported
immediately to the person responsible for correcting the anomaly.
8.4.2 * The test results must be recorded and retained for comparison purposes,
agreement with Section 4.3.
8.4.2.1 All delay intervals associated with the pump's start, stop, and power
the source transfer must be recorded.
8.5 Maintenance.
8.5.2 Records of all work performed on the pump, driver, must be maintained.
controller and auxiliary equipment.
8.5.3 In the absence of manufacturer recommendations for preventive maintenance, the Table