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What code requires a fire pump flow switch to be installed after the control valve on a fire pump riser?I assume it is done this way for maintenance.Any code sections would be appreciated.
 
Ok there are a lot of valves when there is a fire pump set up


A little more detail ??

Each sprinkler riser will have one



So I cannot remember if one is needed on the discharge side or not.

Will try to look at the book later today
 
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jtom said:
What code requires a fire pump flow switch to be installed after the control valve on a fire pump riser?I assume it is done this way for maintenance.Any code sections would be appreciated.
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Do you want to restate your question

Or add or define some of the terms you use.

Did not look at the book yet

I am thinking

a. when ever the pump runs you will get a pump run condition, even without water flowing.

b. each riser will have a flow indicator, so that will tell water flow and which riser is flowing

c. standpipe may be the only one with out a flow, depending on how it is set up
 
I believe

Insurance Engineer


Is the resident fire pump expert

You might private mail him


 
jtom said:
What code requires a fire pump flow switch to be installed after the control valve on a fire pump riser?I assume it is done this way for maintenance.Any code sections would be appreciated.
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Fire pump flow switch??? Most times the fire pump, if automatic starting, comes on via drop in water pressure. Perhaps explain what you have and will try to help.
 
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