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When a new fire pump controller is installed or replaced, is an acceptance test required?
I suppose I know the answer, but I am looking for a code basis. Thank you. Sent in anonymously for discussion. Click Title to View | Submit Your Question | Subscribe
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Matthew Mueller
10/10/2025 08:14:26 am
NFPA 25, 2026 Ed. 8.6.1
Jerry Clark
10/10/2025 08:31:34 am
Yes, but only the controller basic functions and verification of points monitored by the fire alarm system. You are not required to perform a full fire pump test.
Jose Figueroa
10/10/2025 09:17:11 am
YES
Jack G
10/10/2025 10:26:17 am
Yes a full fp test must be performed by the factory rep or another acceptable to the AHJ.
Glenn Berger
10/10/2025 10:29:26 am
Not sure if the term "Acceptance Test" is the right term to be used. But functional testing is required.
Jose Figueroa
10/10/2025 10:41:20 am
I always did a full acceptance test. That's the requirement. Subject to AHJ of course.
Jesse
10/10/2025 02:24:08 pm
Yep, full pump perfomance testing is needed
NK
10/11/2025 04:59:46 pm
It takes 2 people 4 hours (from set up to clean up) to conduct a typical fire pump acceptance test. It seems like a pretty small cost to limit liability for the future. Regardless of the code basis enforced in your jurisdiction, it's certainly a best practice and should be recommended to the owner to make sure the system will work after you leave. Leave a Reply. |
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