15. Apparatus Testing Flashcards

1
Q

Manufactures test

A

Pump certification test
road test
hydrostatic test

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2
Q

The apparatus must accelerate to __ mph for a standing start within __seconds.

A

35mph

25 seconds

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3
Q

The apparatus must obtain a maximum top speed of

A

50 mph

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4
Q

The apparatus must come to a full stop from __ mph within ___ feet.

A

20 mph

35 ft

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5
Q

$$$

Is performed to ensure that the pump and associated piping are capable of withstanding high-pressure pumping demand.

A

Hydrostatic test

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6
Q

The pump body as well as the entire intake and discharge piping system are subjected to a minimum hydrostatic test pressure of __ psi for a minimum of __ minutes.

A

500 psi

10 mins

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7
Q

Acceptance testing should feature a __ test and __ test

A

Pump

Pump certification

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8
Q

In jurisdictions that are higher than 2000 feet above sea level, a __ test should be performed as part of the acceptance testing.

A

Pumping engine overload

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9
Q

Maximum lift

1500 gpm

2000 gpm

A

10 ft

6 ft

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10
Q

Stop the test and replace the hose if more than __ inch

A

3/8 inch

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11
Q

NFPA 1911 specifies that all gauges used for service testing must be calibrated within __ days

A

60 days

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12
Q

Vacuum test. If the pump fails to reach __ inches of mercury

A

22 in

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13
Q

The difference in readings between the flowmeter and pitot gauge must not be more than __%.

A

10%

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14
Q

Any apparatus that achieves results in less than __% taken out of service or lower rating

A

90%

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