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E. Periodic Self Testing - The program clock can be set to give test runs on any day of the week and
time of day desired. A timing element is incorporated in the controls so that when the engine starts
in this manner, it will run for a definite time before it shuts down. This time is controlled by the
Program Clock, and should be set for a minimum of thirty (30) minutes.
F. A water pressure recorder with a battery operated clock drive is provided as standard. Its purpose is
to provide a permanent chart record of fluctuations of water main pressure. A record of engine starts
is shown by a sharp rise in pressure each time the engine starts. A 1/4 inch female pipe connection is
brought out the side of the cubicle for connection of the water line.
G. Provision for sequential starting (Option S) is accomplished by the use of adjustable time delay
relays installed in each controller except the lead pump. These timers are set sequentially and
progressively longer in time to prevent more than one (1) pump from starting simultaneously with
another pump. Failure of the lead pump to start will not prevent subsequent pumps from starting.
PART IV: INSTALLATION AND TEST PROCEDURE
A. INSTALLATION
The Fire Pump Controller has been assembled and wired at the factory in accordance with the
highest workmanship standards. All circuits and functions have been thoroughly tested to assure
correct operation when properly installed. The installer should be completely familiar with the
external hookup of the engine junction box to the terminal bar in the Controller. Various engine
components must be wired to the proper terminal in the controller using the correct size of stranded
wire. An appropriate size wire must be wired from the grounding lug in the controller to earth
ground. In most cases, the engine manufacturer furnishes the engines with all accessories installed
and wired to the connection box. Therefore, it is only necessary to wire from the engine connection
box to like numbered terminals in the Controller. Note proper wire sizes. All wires must be
stranded.
A drain valve is provided to relieve water pressure to the pressure switch, thus closing its contacts
and starting the engine. This test simulates an actual start demand. Since the Controller operates the
drain valve only momentarily, a small amount of water is drained off. The water pressure sensing
line to the Controller from the pump must be thoroughly flushed before connection to the Controller
in order to remove chips, particles, or other matter, which could enter the Controller.
Controllers provided with "Automatic" stop (Option R) may be changed to "Manual" stop by
connecting a jumper between 3T-1 and 3T-2. Terminals 13 and 14 have a jumper installed at the
factory. If deluge valve switches are to be used for starting, remove the jumper and wire the
normally closed contacts of the deluge start switch to terminals 13 and 14.
B. TEST PROCEDURE
All of the following tests should be made on each unit after installation. If each test is satisfactory,
the operator may place the control switch in "Auto" position and depend upon the panel operating
properly when required. Also, any one or all of these tests may be carried out at any time after
installation, if so desired.
NOTE: If 115 Volts A.C. is not connected to Controller, remove 18CR to prevent "Charger or
AC Failure" light and alarm from being energized during these tests.
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