Using Flowmeters for Fire Pumps

9/14/2017

We have never used a flowmeter with a bypass to conduct annual fire pump tests, but have been asked to explore the option in an effort to save water. Using a flowmeter and test bypass for a fire pump, would a test header still be required? For those in areas with strong water conservation, do you have any recommendations on things to look out for?

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Ronnie Morales

9/14/2017 08:18:06 am

Every third year the annual test must be conducted using hose streams. Recommend keeping the test header.

NFPA 25, 2017 Edition
8.3.3.6 The annual test shall be conducted as follows:
(1) The arrangement described in 8.3.3.6.1 or 8.3.3.6.2 shall be used at a minimum of every
third year.
(2)* The arrangement described in 8.3.3.6.3 shall be permitted to be used two out of every
three years.

MJC

9/14/2017 07:37:13 pm

If the pump feeds yard hydrants then these could be used in lieu of a test header to perform the required flow test.

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