Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

03. Pump Operating Procedure > Pumps Chapter 3 > Flashcards

Pumps Chapter 3 Flashcards

1
Q

From the Pump Manual:

The formula for calculation Engine Pressure (E.P.) is __________.

A

E.P. = N.P. + F.L. +/- E.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

From the Pump Manual:

What unit of measure is Engine Pressure (E.P.) calculated?

A

PSI, pounds per square inch

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

From the Pump Manual:

What does N.P. stand for in the Engine Pressure formula?

A

Nozzle Pressure, for the appliance used

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

From the Pump Manual:

What does F.L. stand for in the Engine Pressure formula?

A

Friction Loss, allowance in the hose line or lines supplying the appliance or assembly plus any allowance for friction loss in the appliance, assembly, or standpipe

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

From the Pump Manual:

What does E. stand for in the Engine Pressure formula?

A

Elevation, allowance due to the location of the nozzle in relation to the pump

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

From the Pump Manual:

What length of hose is friction loss provided for in charts?

A

100 feet of hose

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

From the Pump Manual:

_______ pounds shall be ______for each foot of elevation that the nozzle is above the level of the pump.

A

one half (1/2) pound, added

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

From the Pump Manual:

_______ pounds shall be ______for each foot of elevation that the nozzle is below the level of the pump.

A

one half (1/2) pound, deducted

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

From the Pump Manual:

_______ pounds shall be added/subtracted for each story above/below the level of the pump.

A

Five (5)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

From the Pump Manual:

When calculating elevation for the ladder pipe, _________________________ shall be used as the basis for calculation.

A

the extension of the ladder

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

From the Pump Manual:

When there are more than two pumpers in line, an allowance of ___________ for this intake pressure is suitable.

A

20 pounds

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

From the Pump Manual:

What is the pump pressure relay formula?

A

E.P. = 20 + F.L. +/- E.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

From the Pump Manual:

Maximum layout is the distance that the pump can supply the proper __________ and __________ for efficient operation

A

pressure, gallonage

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

From the Pump Manual:

Hose is tested at __________ psi.

A

200

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

From the Pump Manual:

1250 or 1500 GPM pump is most efficient at capacity with __________ psi discharge.

A

150

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

From the Pump Manual:

When pumping the capacity of the pump, the maximum layout for a 1250 GPM pumplaying dual 3” lines is ________ feet.

A

350

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
17
Q

From the Pump Manual:

When pumping the capacity of the pump, the maximum layout for a 1500 GPM pump laying dual 3” lines is ________ feet.

A

250

18
Q

From the Pump Manual:

When pumping the capacity of the pump, the maximum layout for a 1250 GPM pumplaying a 3” / 4”line is ________ feet.

A

800

19
Q

From the Pump Manual:

When pumping the capacity of the pump, the maximum layout for a 1500 GPM pumplaying dual 3”/ 4” lines is ________ feet.

A

600

20
Q

From the Pump Manual:

Using a two pump operation, ________ pounds of pressure is used by the pumper at the source of supply.

A

125

21
Q

From the Pump Manual:

The maximum operating pressure shall be ________ PSI and layouts shall be controlled so that no pumper will be required to operate above this pressure.

A

300

22
Q

From the Pump Manual:

Where two or more pumping apparatus are supplying water to a heavy duty device or relaying water, each pumper shall deliver a proportional share of water based on _________________________.

A

the number of lines each pumper is supplying

23
Q

From the Pump Manual:

1 1/2” w/ fog nozzle (CVFSS): nozzle pressure, GPM and friction loss

A

75 psi, 125 GPM, 40 psi/100 ft

24
Q

From the Pump Manual:

1 1/2” cut off w/ 7/8” smooth bore: nozzle pressure, GPM and friction loss

A

50 psi, 160 GPM, 60 psi/100 ft

25
Q

From the Pump Manual:

1 1/2” cut off w/ 15/16” smooth bore: nozzle pressure, GPM and friction loss

A

50 psi, 180 GPM, 75 psi/100 ft

26
Q

From the Pump Manual:

Provide the GPMs for the following smooth bore tips: 1”, 1 1/8” and 1 1/4”.

A

210 GPM, 265 GPM, 325 GPM

27
Q

From the Pump Manual:

What is the nozzle pressure for the following smooth bore tips: 1”, 1 1/8” and 1 1/4”?

A

50 psi

28
Q

From the Pump Manual:

What is the nozzle pressure for the following smooth bore tips: 1 3/8”, 1 1/2”, 1 5/8”, 1 3/4” and 2”?

A

80 psi

29
Q

From the Pump Manual:

What is the GPM for the following smooth bore tips: 1 3/8”, 1 1/2”, 1 5/8”, 1 3/4” and 2”?

A

500 GPM, 600 GPM, 700 GPM, 800 GPM, 1000 GPM

30
Q

From the Pump Manual:

What is the friction loss for the cellar pipe?

A

50 psi

31
Q

From the Pump Manual:

What is the friction loss for the ladder pipe assembly (siamese, 100’ of 3”, ladder, pipe)?

A

50 psi

32
Q

From the Pump Manual:

What is the friction loss for a standpipe connection?

A

25 psi

33
Q

From the Pump Manual:

What is the friction loss for a monitor nozzle or wagon pipe?

A

20 psi

34
Q

From the Pump Manual:

What is the engine pressure for pumping a sprinkler system?

A

125 psi, unless otherwise ordered

35
Q

From the Pump Manual:

What is the engine pressure for pumping a combination sprinkler/standpipe system?

A

175 psi, until notified that a higher pressure is needed

36
Q

From the Pump Manual:

In a Metro standpipe system, it may take up to ______ minutes to expel air from the system.

A

five (5)

37
Q

From the Pump Manual:

<p>
\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ and \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ are available on a plate attached to the standpipe system riser connection to assist in calculating friction loss.</p>

A

<p>

| Elevation and length of systems run</p>

38
Q

From the Pump Manual:

Elevation and length of systems run are available on a plate attached to the ______________________.

A

standpipe system riser

39
Q

From the Pump Manual:

When filling a Metro standpipe system, _______ pressure should be used.

A

hydrant

40
Q

From the Pump Manual:

When the eductor is placed in service, the pressure should be _________ psi and the length of line limited to _________ feet.

A

200 psi, 200 feet

41
Q

From the Pump Manual:

To function properly in the foam position, the eductor requres a flow of atleast _________ GPM.

A

95 GPM

03. Pump Operating Procedure (10 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions