ANNUAL PUMP TEST 23

According to the policy, when will pumpers be tested annually?

On the first Monday in March (correct)

On the first Monday in June

On the first Monday in May

On the first Monday in April

Who is responsible for testing the pumpers on an annual basis?

The Fire Commissioner

The Training Division (correct)

The Company Officer

The Apparatus Officer

What is the purpose of the pre-test check before a pump test is performed?

To engage the priming pump

To check the priming capability of the pumper (correct)

To observe the compound gauge

To check the oil level in the priming tank

According to the text, what is the minimum depth to which the suction strainer should be submerged?

2 feet Signup and view all the answers

What should be the reading on the master pump pressure gauge when the pump is primed?

50 psi Signup and view all the answers

What is the net pump pressure required to provide a 700 gpm discharge with a 2-1/2" high-pressure hoseline and a 1-3/4" tip?

200 psi Signup and view all the answers

Which valve must be tested before disconnecting hoselines from the apparatus?

Relief valve Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of opening the drains on relief valves with drains?

To clean the relief valve strainers Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum flow rate required for the tank-to-pump valve test?

500 gpm Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a possible cause for a pump failing to prime or losing prime, as indicated on the compound gauge?

There are air leaks at the suction connections or in the suction hose Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a reading of at least 10 inches of mercury is not reached within 45 seconds?

Stop and check the pump for leaks Signup and view all the answers

Where should the suction be connected on the apparatus for safety consideration during the pump test at the draft site?

Officer's side intake Signup and view all the answers

According to NFPA 1911, what is the formula for calculating the net pump pressure (NPP) when pumping from a hydrant?

NPP = DP - IP Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating dynamic suction lift (DSL) in psi for a 1000 gpm pump with 20 ft of 5" hard suction?

DSL = Lift + 9 + 1/2.31 Signup and view all the answers

On the 200 psi test for a 1500 gpm pump with a 2" tip, what is the discharge pressure?

193 psi Signup and view all the answers

Which department should receive the original copy of the document?

Apparatus Officer Signup and view all the answers

ANNUAL PUMP TEST 23

Questions and Answers

According to the policy, when will pumpers be tested annually?

Who is responsible for testing the pumpers on an annual basis?

What is the purpose of the pre-test check before a pump test is performed?

According to the text, what is the minimum depth to which the suction strainer should be submerged?

What should be the reading on the master pump pressure gauge when the pump is primed?

What is the net pump pressure required to provide a 700 gpm discharge with a 2-1/2" high-pressure hoseline and a 1-3/4" tip?

Which valve must be tested before disconnecting hoselines from the apparatus?

What is the purpose of opening the drains on relief valves with drains?

What is the minimum flow rate required for the tank-to-pump valve test?

Which of the following is a possible cause for a pump failing to prime or losing prime, as indicated on the compound gauge?

What should be done if a reading of at least 10 inches of mercury is not reached within 45 seconds?

Where should the suction be connected on the apparatus for safety consideration during the pump test at the draft site?

According to NFPA 1911, what is the formula for calculating the net pump pressure (NPP) when pumping from a hydrant?

What is the formula for calculating dynamic suction lift (DSL) in psi for a 1000 gpm pump with 20 ft of 5" hard suction?

On the 200 psi test for a 1500 gpm pump with a 2" tip, what is the discharge pressure?

Which department should receive the original copy of the document?

According to the text, how many copies of the document should be submitted to the company's battalion chief?

What equipment is needed according to the text?

How many 50' lengths of high-pressure hoseline are needed for 1500 gpm pumpers?

What should be used to straighten the stream of the master stream devices?

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