Preventative Maintenance

Question 1

Minimum Tread Depth

Answer 1

4/32” or when tread wear indicators are even w/tire tread

Question 2

With pump engaged and Tank-To-Pump valve open:

Answer 2

• Verify pressure on master discharge gauge
• Operate primer till water is discharged
• Ensure proper operation of governor in PSI and RPM mode
• Ensure proper operation of transfer valve (if equipped)
• Operate electric intake valves fully-open to fully-closed
• Discharge water from at least one discharge opening
• Open and close each 5” intake valve, remove cap to drain

Question 3

Open Pump Drain Valve

Answer 3

… briefly to flush sediment from the lowest level of the pump

Question 4

Portable O2

Answer 4

> 1000 PSI and adjuncts are stocked

Question 5

Air Chisel

Answer 5

> 4000 PSI. Do NOT trigger unless in contact w/solid material

Question 6

Chainsaw

Answer 6

• Chain is sharp, properly adjusted, fuel and oil levels are full; USE MOTOR OIL for BAR LUBRICANT

Question 7

Hydraulic Spreaders

Answer 7

• Store with 1/2” gap between tips

Question 8

Roll Up Door Tracks

Answer 8

• Remove dirt and old lubricant, apply SILICONE SPRAY

Question 9

Door Hinges

Answer 9

• Apply LIGHT OIL to both sides and operate; remove excess oil

Question 10

Air Tanks

Answer 10

• Bleed all FOUR beneath engine until air is free of moisture

Question 11

Weekly Pump Service

Answer 11

• Remove caps, elbows, wyes; apply GREASE as needed; replace gaskets if needed; ensure strainers are present in 2-1/2’ INTAKES
• Intake valve removed and cleaned; if swivel doesn’t move freely, apply soapy water and work until loose
• Steamer intake strains function as anode protecting pump housing from rust, inspect; must fit tightly within pipe
• Back-flush pump; pump disengaged, pressurize DISCHARGE side of pump from hydrant; open each intake/discharge to flush (except crosslay piping)

Question 12

Weekly Equipment Checks

Answer 12

• Axes: check head for tightness/handles for damage; soap/water to clean, dry thoroughly; light oil to steel surfaces/moving parts; LINSEED OIL to WOOD handles
• Ladders: soapy water, manipulate all moving parts; heat indicators for discoloration; inspect entire ladder for damage; light oil sparingly on roof hooks; rinse dirt/debris from ladder compartment
• Nozzles: soapy water/soft brush; immerse in warm soapy water/operate all moving parts; NO LUBE
• Swivels: if frozen or stiff, use warm soapy water
• Air Tools: soapy water, dry thoroughly; lubricate each blade w/light oil; 5 drops of air tool oil INTO BLADE END
• High-Lift Jack: soapy water/dry thoroughly; wipe down ENTIRE tool w/light oil; inspect jack for bent or damaged components
• Chains (6ft/12ft/15ft): soapy water/dry thoroughly; wiped down length of chain sparingly w/light oil; inspect links for damage/corrosion
• Come-Along: clean w/dry cloth; light oil sparingly on moving parts; inspect cable for broken strands, corrosion, or wear; NO LUBE ON WIRE ROPE; if wire rope gets wet/exposed to moisture, dry thoroughly; inspect handle for straightness

Question 13

Engine Service

Answer 13

• OOS for 24 hours or time span of two or more shifts, complete daily inspection to be performed immediately prior to swapping equipment and returning to service
• If returned same shift …
  : Visual verification booster tank is full
  : Pump and Governor operate properly in both modes
  : Proper brake pressure and operation
  : All equipment is accounted for