Chapter 8 Fireground Hydraulic Calculations Flashcards
1
Q
Pump discharge pressure is equal to …
A
The intake pressure plus the net pump discharge pressure
2
Q
Name two types of flowmeters
A
Paddlewheel and spring prob
3
Q
Nfpa 1901 standard says that for every discharge that outlet equipped with a flow meter, a what shall also be provided?
The flowmeters must display flow in increments of ___ or less.
A
Pressure gauge
10 gpm or less
4
Q
Each discharge equipped with a flowmeter must have a digital readout displayed mounted within how many inches of the control valve for that discharge?
If a pressure gauge is in that location then how many inches from the pressure gauge must the flowmeter be?
A
6 inches
2 inches
5
Q
Name the Q formula for 3 inch hose
Name it for 4 inch and 5 inch hose
A
3”. FL=Q^2
4”. Fl=Q^2/5
5”. Fl=Q^2/15
