Tornatech JP - Introduction to Jockey Pump Controllers; Types of Jockey Pump Controllers

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Introduction
Tornatech Jockey Pump Controllers are built to NEMA industrial standards and are UL listed. These controllers
are intended for use with fire pump systems.
Except in some cases, the controller is also seismic approved and has been tested in accordance with the ICC-ES
AC156, IBC 2015 & CBC 2013 standards. Proper installation, anchoring and mounting is required to validate this
compliance report. Refer to this manual and drawings to determine the seismic mounting requirements and
location of the center of gravity (you may need to contact factory). The equipment manufacturer is not responsible
for the specification and performance of anchorage systems. The structural engineer of record on the project shall
be responsible for anchorage details. The equipment installation contractor shall be responsible for ensuring the
requirements specified by the structural engineer of record are satisfied. If detailed seismic installation
calculations are required, please contact the manufacturer for the performance of this work.
Jockey pumps are small, motor driven pumps used in conjunction with main fire pumps to compensate for minor
leaks in the fire protection system and automatically maintain stand-by pressure. This reduces wear on the main
pump and controller caused by unnecessary, frequent operation.
Types of Jockey Pump Controllers
JOCKEY PUMP CATALOGUE NUMBER
MODEL n° EXAMPLE: JP3 - 460 / 2 / 3 / 60
Model Prefix JP3
Voltage 460 V
HP Rating 2 HP
Phase 3
Frequency 60 Hz
MODEL JP:
This jockey pump controller with across-the-line starter is specifically designed to the control jockey pump that
maintains the designed water pressure in fire pump serviced systems. A jockey pump installation prevents short
cycling of the fire pump due to small leaks.
MODEL JPY
This jockey pump controller with a Wye-Delta open transition starter is specifically designed to the control jockey
pump that maintains the designed water pressure in fire pump serviced systems. A jockey pump installation
prevents short cycling of the fire pump due to small leaks.
MODEL DJP
This dual power source jockey pump controller is designed to accept two separate power sources (i.e. normal &
alternate) and to control jockey pumps for maintaining the designed water pressure in fire pump serviced systems
and therefore prevent short cycling of the fire pump due to small leaks. An automatic switchover device
automatically connects the jockey pump to alternate power in case of normal power failure. This system
maintains the jockey pump operational under all circumstances and eliminates unnecessary starting of the fire
pump with all associated consequences (i.e. high power drain, load shedding, undesirable alarms,)
MODEL JPD