Fire Engine Pumper Specs 2024.pdf

WASHINGTON COUNTY FIREFIGHTERS’ ASSOCIATION

P.O. Box 271

Sandersville, GA 31082

FIRE ENGINE

SCOPE AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

It is the intent of the manufacturer to provide a new fire apparatus that will withstand the continuous use encountered in the emergency fire fighting service. The apparatus shall be of the latest type, symmetrically proportioned and constructed with due consideration of the load to be sustained.

All parts not specifically mentioned herein, but which are necessary in order to furnish a complete fire apparatus, shall be furnished and shall conform to the best practices known to the fire apparatus industry.

The unit is to be of current year manufacture, and is to be new and unused. The bid price shall not include any local, State, or Federal taxes. The Bidder shall not be liable for any State or Federally mandated tax or program after the sale of this apparatus.

These specifications shall be construed as minimum. Should the manufacturer's current published data or specifications exceed these, they shall be considered minimum and be furnished.

PRIME BIDDER, MANUFACTURER

The manufacturer shall be prime bidder and shall identify the location of their facility.

BIDDERS BACKGROUND

Bids are requested from responsible manufacturers who are engaged in the manufacture of fire apparatus. To insure reliable and complete acceptance of the apparatus, bidder shall have been in operation for a minimum of thirty (30) years in the manufacturing of fire apparatus.

The manufacturer of the apparatus must be fully owned and managed by a Parent Company, Corporation, or Individual(s) that is 100% held by United States of America based Company, Corporation, or United States citizen(s).

Proposals from any manufacturer that is fully or partially owned and/or operated by a foreign company, Corporation or Individual(s) under any type of ownership, partnership, or any similar type of agreement will be immediately rejected.

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If the manufacturer of the apparatus, or if any owner, shareholder, or immediate relative of an owner or shareholder that has previously been involved in or held ownership in any company that has filed bankruptcy or any other type of reorganization plan, it must be clearly stated in the bid proposal. The statement must include details and dates of all occurrences.

FAMA COMPLIANCE

The apparatus manufacturer must be a current member of the Fire Apparatus Manufacturer's Association (FAMA) and must provide certificate of membership.

FAIR, ETHICAL AND LEGAL COMPETITION

In order to ensure fair, ethical, and legal competition the apparatus manufacturer shall have ever been fined or convicted of price fixing, bid rigging, or collusion in any domestic or international fire apparatus market.

PROPRIETARY PARTS

It is the intention of the purchaser for all bidders to furnish the apparatus with major parts commonly used by the heavy-duty truck manufacturers and open market vendors whereas replacement parts are more readily available and at reduced cost.

The use of proprietary parts may not be acceptable to the purchaser.

MANUFACTURER'S DISCRETION

Materials, parts, or procedures used are subject to change at manufacturer's discretion at any time to provide equal or better products.

PRODUCT QUALITY AND WORKMANSHIP

The components provided and workmanship performed shall be of the highest quality available for this application. Special consideration shall be given to the following areas:

A). Accessibility to various components that require periodic maintenance or lubrication checks.

B). Ease of vehicle and pump operation.

C). Features beneficial to the intended operation of the apparatus.

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Construction of the complete apparatus shall be designed to carry the loads intended to meet the road and terrain conditions and speed requirements desired when specified by the purchaser.

Welding shall not be employed in the assembly of the apparatus in a manner that will prevent the removal of any major component part for service and/or repair.

INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

Each bidder must submit with their bid proposal a Certificate of Insurance listing the proposed manufacturer's product liability insurance coverage. Liability insurance shall be a minimum amount of ten (10) million dollars. Submitted certificate shall name the apparatus manufacturer, insurance company, policy number, and effective dates of the insurance policy. Bids submitted without the required certificate will be considered nonresponsive and automatically rejected. No exceptions are allowed to the minimum insurance coverage requirement.

The manufacturer shall maintain full insurance coverage on the purchaser's cab and chassis from time of first possession by the manufacturer until the apparatus is delivered and accepted by the purchaser (No Exceptions). Purchaser reserves the right to require proof of insurance from the manufacturer's insurance carrier prior to entering into a contract for the apparatus.

PAYMENT TERMS

Full payment for the apparatus shall be made at time of delivery of the completed vehicle. Due to insurance liability, the apparatus will not be left at the purchaser's location without full acceptance and payment or prior agreement between the Purchaser and Bidder.

Final delivery price shall not include any Local, State or Federal taxes. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any State or Federal mandated tax or program after sale or delivery of the apparatus.

DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS

Delivery of the completed vehicle shall be no more than 120 calendar days after delivery of the chassis to the apparatus manufacturer.

VEHICLE ACCEPTANCE AND DELIVERY

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The customer shall pickup the vehicle at the manufacturing facility and shall supply evidence of sufficient insurance coverage to transport the vehicle.

FUEL TANK FILLED AT DELIVERY

The fuel tank and DEF tank (if applicable) shall be filled upon final delivery at the factory.

== DIMENSIONS - PUMPER, SINGLE AXLE ==

OVERALL HEIGHT

An overall height restriction of 9’ 8”

OVERALL LENGTH

An overall length restriction of 33’

OVERALL WIDTH

No overall width restriction has been specified for this apparatus.

OVERALL WHEELBASE

No overall wheelbase restriction has been specified for this apparatus.

PUMP MODULE WIDTH

No pump module width restriction has been specified for this apparatus.

ANGLE OF APPROACH

No angle of approach restriction has been specified for this apparatus.

ANGLE OF DEPARTURE

No angle of departure restriction has been specified for this apparatus.

== NFPA 1901 REQUIREMENTS - PUMPER ==

NFPA 1901 COMPLIANCE

The National Fire Protection Association standard #1901 (most recent edition) is hereby adopted and

Sandersville, GA 31082 made a part of these specifications, the same as if they were written out in full detail, insofar as they apply with the exception of any sections dealing with “Equipment Recommended for Various Types of Apparatus”. Bidders are to provide only the equipment requested herein and the Department will supply the rest before the apparatus is put into service. The unit shall comply with all federal, state, ICC, and DOT motor vehicle regulations, standards, and laws relating to commercial vehicles as well as to fire apparatus on the date of the bid.

ROAD TEST CERTIFICATION

A road test shall be conducted with the finished apparatus fully loaded. During this time, the apparatus shall not show loss of power and/or overheating. The transmission driveshaft or shaft and rear axle shall run free from abnormal vibration or noise throughout the operating range of the apparatus. The apparatus, when loaded, shall have not less than 25% or more than 45% of the weight on the front axle and not less than 55% or more than 75% on the rear axle.

A). The apparatus must be capable of accelerating to 35 mph from a standing start within 25 seconds on a level concrete highway without exceeding the maximum governed RPM of the engine.

B). The apparatus must be capable of accelerating from a steady speed of 15 mph to a true speed of

35 mph within 30 seconds. This shall be accomplished without moving the gear selector.

C). The fully loaded apparatus shall be capable of obtaining a speed of 50 to 55 mph on a level concrete highway.

D). The manufacturer shall furnish copies of the engine installation approvals signed by the appropriate engine company upon delivery of the chassis to the Fire Department.

E). The manufacturer shall furnish copies of the transmission approval signed by the transmission manufacturer upon delivery of the chassis to the Fire Department.

F). The manufacturer shall furnish copies of the front and rear axle approvals upon delivery of the apparatus to the Fire Department.

ROAD TEST FAILURE

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In the event the apparatus fails to meet the test requirements of these specifications on the first trials, second trials may be made at the option of the manufacturer within thirty (30) days of the first trials.

Such trials shall be final and conclusive and failure to comply with changes, as the purchaser may consider necessary to conform to any clause of the specifications within thirty (30) days after notice is given to the manufacturer of such changes, shall be cause for rejection of the apparatus. Permission to keep or store the apparatus in any building owned or occupied by the purchaser, or its use by the purchaser during the above-specified period with permission of the manufacturer, shall not constitute acceptance.

VEHICLE TOP SPEED

The rear axle shall be geared for a top speed of 65 to 68 mph at engine governed

RPM.

NFPA TOP SPEED STATEMENT

NFPA-1901, 2009 Edition - 4.15.2. The maximum top speed of fire apparatus with a GVWR over 26,000 lbs. shall not exceed either 68 MPH or the manufacturer's maximum fire service speed rating for the tires installed on the apparatus, whichever is lower.

NFPA-1901, 2009 Edition - 4.15.3. If the combined water tank and foam agent tank capacities on the fire apparatus exceed 1250 gallons, or the GVWR of the vehicle is over 50,000 lbs., the maximum top speed of the apparatus shall not exceed either 60 MPH or the manufacturer's maximum fire service speed rating for the tires installed on the apparatus, whichever is lower.

SAFETY SIGNS

The following safety signs shall be provided:

SEATED AND BELTED WARNING LABEL - FAMA# 07

A permanent label shall be provided that is visible to all occupants that states that they should be seated and belted while the apparatus is in motion. The label shall also state potential injuries or death that could be caused if the safety belts are not used properly.

CAB INTERIOR EQUIPMENT MOUNTING DANGER LABEL - FAMA# 10

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A permanent label shall be provided inside of the cab warning of the dangers of unsecured equipment inside the cab. The label shall state that all equipment shall be properly secured and also warn of potential injury or death that could be caused by failing to do so.

DO NOT WEAR HELMET LABEL - FAMA# 15

A permanent label shall be provided inside of the cab in view of all seated positions stating that helmets should not be worn in cab. The label shall also warn of potential injury or death that could be caused by wearing helmet in cab.

VEHICLE BACKING LABEL - FAMA17

A permanent label shall be provided inside of the cab in view of the driver advising of proper procedures to following when the apparatus is in reverse motion. The label shall also warn of potential injury or death that be caused by failing to follow proper procedures.

· “Do Not Move Apparatus When Light Is On” sign adjacent to the warning light indicating a hazard if the apparatus is moved (as described in subsequent section).

CHASSIS DATA LABELS

The following information shall be on labels affixed to the vehicle:

Fluid Data:

· Engine oil

· Engine coolant

· Chassis transmission fluid

· Pump transmission lubrication fluid

· Pump primer fluid (if applicable)

· Drive axle(s) lubrication fluid

· Air conditioning refrigerant

· Air conditioning lubrication

· Power steering fluid

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· Cab tilt mechanism fluid (if applicable)

· Transfer case fluid

· Equipment rack fluid (if applicable)

· Air compressor system lubricant

· Generator system lubricant (if applicable)

Chassis Data:

· Chassis Manufacturer

· Production Number

· Year Built

· Month Manufactured

· Vehicle Identification Number

Location shall be in the driver's compartment of the chassis cab.

OVERALL HEIGHT, LENGTH, GVW DATA PLAQUE

A "high visibility" plate shall be permanently mounted in the cab, visible to driver when seated.

The plate shall show the overall height of the completed apparatus in feet and inches, the overall length of the completed apparatus in feet and inches.

The plate shall also show the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) in tons.

Text shall also be supplied on the plate, indicating that the information shown is current upon completion of the apparatus. If the overall height of the apparatus changes after the apparatus is put into service, then the purchaser must revise the dimensions on the plate.

"NO RIDE" LABEL

A label shall be located on the vehicle at the rear step areas, and at any cross walkways, if they exist.

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The label(s) shall warn personnel that riding in or on these areas while the vehicle is in motion is prohibited.

FAMA SAFETY GUIDE

One (1) copy of the latest edition of FAMA's Fire Apparatus Safety Guide shall be provided with the completed apparatus.

== CHASSIS, CUSTOM ==

CUSTOM CHASSIS SPECIFICATION

CHASSIS PROVIDER

The 4 man custom cab design, as detailed in the attached specifications, shall be ordered and supplied by the apparatus manufacturer.

== CUSTOM CHASSIS MODS - 7.250 03/07/23 ==

Aluminum wheels

EXHAUST SYSTEM

The chassis exhaust system shall be provided as detailed in the chassis specifications. NO modifications shall be made by the apparatus manufacturer.

HOT EXHAUST DANGERS LABEL - FAMA# 04

A permanent label shall be provided near any hot exhaust surface that warns of potential injury or death that could be caused by contact with the surface. The label shall also state precautions that should be taken while working on or around the surface.

BUMPER

The front bumper shall be provided as detailed in the chassis specifications.

DRY-MAT - CHASSIS SUPLLIED FRONT BUMPER COMPARTMENT

The front bumper compartment shall contain turtle tile, dry-mat flooring to allow for hose to dry.

The turtle tile shall be black in color.

REAR MUD FLAPS

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A pair of black rubber mud flaps, with the Manufacturer's logo, shall be provided and installed behind the rear wheels.

CAB LIFT CONTROL LOCATION

The cab lift controls for tilting the cab shall be recess mounted in the right hand side pump panel.

DUAL USB PORT

One (1) Kussmaul model # 091-219-5 shall be installed in the console. It shall contain two (2) 2.4 amp USB charging ports.

== PUMP & PLUMBING ==

PUMP, MODULE, AND RELATED ITEMS

NFPA 1901 COMPLIANT PUMP

The fire pump and related plumbing on the specified apparatus shall be installed in accordance with applicable NFPA 1901 guidelines at the time the contract was placed.

HALE QMAX PUMP ASSEMBLY

The pump shall be of a size and design to mount on the chassis rails of commercial and custom truck chassis.

The entire pump shall be assembled and tested at the pump manufacturer's factory.

The pump shall be driven by a drive line from the truck transmission. The engine shall provide sufficient horsepower and RPM to enable pump to meet and exceed its rated performance.

The entire pump, both suction and discharge passages, shall be hydrostatically tested to a pressure of 600 PSI. The pump shall be fully tested at the pump manufacturer's factory to the performance spots as outlined by the latest NFPA Pamphlet No. 1901. Pump shall be free from objectionable pulsation and vibration.

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The pump body and related parts shall be of fine grain alloy cast iron, with a minimum tensile strength of 30,000 PSI (2069 bar). All metal moving parts in contact with water shall be of high quality bronze or stainless steel. Pump utilizing castings made of lower tensile strength cast iron not acceptable.

Pump body shall be horizontally split, on a single plane in two (2) sections for easy removal of entire impeller assembly including wear rings and bearings from beneath the pump without disturbing piping or the mounting of the pump in chassis.

The pump body shall extend as one piece across the truck chassis from side mounting to side mounting and incorporate the discharge manifolding system with a minimum of (2) 4” ports and (7) 3” ports.

The pump shall have one (1) double suction impeller. The pump body shall have two opposed discharge volute cutwaters to eliminate radial unbalance. (No exceptions)

Pump shaft to be rigidly supported by three bearings for minimum deflection. One high lead bronze sleeve bearing to be located immediately adjacent to the impeller (on side opposite the gearbox).

The sleeve bearing is to be lubricated by a force fed, automatic oil lubricated design, pressure balanced to exclude foreign material. (No exceptions.) The remaining bearings shall be heavy-duty, deep groove ball bearings in the gearbox and they shall be splash lubricated.

Pump impeller shall be hard, fine grain bronze of the mixed flow design; accurately machined and individually balanced. The vanes of the impeller intake eyes shall be of sufficient size and design to provide ample reserve capacity utilizing minimum horsepower.

Impeller clearance rings shall be bronze, easily renewable without replacing impeller or pump volute body, and of wrap-around double labyrinth design for maximum efficiency. (No exceptions.)

The pump shaft shall be heat-treated, electric furnace, corrosion resistant stainless steel to be superfinished under for longer shaft life. Pump shaft must be sealed with double-lip oil seal to keep road dirt and water out of gearbox.

ELECTRONIC PUMP MANUALS

Two (2) sets of electronic fire pump service and operation manuals shall be provided with the completed apparatus.

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PUMP WARRANTY

The pump shall be covered by the Hale Pro-Tech 5-year pump warranty against workmanship and materials. Both parts and labor shall be covered for the first 2 years and years 3-5 shall have parts only coverage.

GEARBOX

Pump gearbox shall be of sufficient size to withstand up to 16,000 lbs. ft. of drive through torque of the engine system. The drive unit shall be designed of ample capacity for lubrication reserve and to maintain the proper operating temperature.

The gearbox drive shafts shall be of heat-treated chrome nickel steel and at least 2- 3/4 inches in diameter, on both the input and output drive shafts. They shall withstand the full torque of the engine.

All gears, both drive and pump, shall be of highest quality electric furnace chrome nickel steel. Bores shall be ground to size and teeth integrated and hardened, to give an extremely accurate gear for long life, smooth, quiet running, and higher load carrying capability. An accurately cut spur design shall be provided to eliminate all possible end thrust. (No exceptions.)

The pump ratio shall be selected by the apparatus manufacturer to give maximum performance with the engine and transmission selected.

If the gearbox is equipped with a power shift, the shifting mechanism shall be a heat treated, hard anodized aluminum power cylinder, with stainless steel shaft. An in-cab control for rapid shift shall be provided that locks in road or pump.

MIDSHIP PUMP RATIO

The ratio for the midship pump shall be 2.32:1 (23).

MECHANICAL SEAL

The pump shall have a mechanical seal. One (1) only required on the suction (inboard) side of the pump. The mechanical seal shall be two (2) inches in diameter and shall be spring loaded, maintenance free and self-adjusting. Mechanical seal construction shall be a carbon sealing ring, stainless steel coil spring, Viton rubber cup, and a tungsten carbide seat with Teflon backup seal.

1500 GPM FIRE PUMP SPECIFICATIONS

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The centrifugal type fire pump shall be a Hale model QMAX midship mounted with a rated capacity of 1500 GPM. The pump shall meet NFPA 1901 requirements.

The pump shall be certified to meet the following deliveries:

1500 gpm (5678 L/M) @ 150 psi (10.3 bar)

1050 gpm (3974 L/M) @ 200 psi (13.8 bar)

750 gpm (2839 L/M) @ 250 psi (17.2 bar)

LEFT SIDE INLET - 6.00"

One (1) 6.00" steamer inlet with male NST threads shall be provided on the left side of the pump module. The inlet shall have a removable screen.

INLET CAP

One (1) 6.00" chrome plated cap with long handles and NST threads shall be supplied. The cap shall be capable of withstanding 500 PSI and be trimmed with the apparatus manufacturer's logo in the center of the cap.

RIGHT SIDE INLET - 6.00"

One (1) 6.00" steamer inlet with male NST threads shall be provided on the right side of the pump module. The inlet shall have a removable screen.

INLET CAP

One (1) 6.00" chrome plated cap with long handles and NST threads shall be supplied. The cap shall be capable of withstanding 500 PSI and be trimmed with the apparatus manufacturer's logo in the center of the cap.

FIRE PUMP SPLIT SHAFT DRIVESHAFTS AND INSTALLATION

The mid-ship split shaft fire pump shall be installed and shall include installation of the fire pump, modification and/or fabrication of new drivelines and all pump-mounting brackets.

PUMP DRIVELINE

The pump transmission driveline shall be supplied with 1710 series yokes and bearings to match the cab chassis driveline.

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TRANSMISSION LOCK-UP DEVICE

The automatic chassis transmission shall be delivered to the body builder with high gear lock up device installed on the automatic transmission, to allow proper gear ratio for pump operation. The transmission shall be programmed by the chassis manufacturer to include this feature.

PUMP SHIFT CONTROLS

The pump shift controls shall be supplied with the custom chassis.

PIPING AND MANIFOLDS

All the plumbing and/or piping in the pump module shall be of 304 stainless steel or flexible piping for long life. All stainless-steel castings shall be a minimum of schedule 40. All NPT pipe thread connections larger than 0.75” connections shall be avoided in the construction of the plumbing system. The following valves shall have groove connection: rear discharge, tank fill, all 2.00” and 2.50” pre-connect valves.

The flexible piping shall be black SBR synthetic rubber hose with 300 working pounds and 1,200 pounds burst pressure for sizes 1.50” through 4.00”. Sizes 0.75”, 1.00” and 5.00” are rated at 250 lb. working and 1,000 lb. burst pressure. All sizes are rated at 30 HG vacuum. Reinforcement consists of two (2) plies of high tensile strength tire cord for all sizes sand helix wire installed in sizes 1.00” through 5.00” for maximum performance in tight bend applications. The material has a temperature rating of –40 degrees F to 210 degrees F. Full flow couplings are precision machined from high tensile strength stainless steel. All female couplings are brass. 0.75” and 1.00” male and Victaulic couplings are brass

INDIVIDUAL DRAINS

All 2.00” or larger discharge outlets shall be equipped with a 0.75” ball valve drain valve or larger.

HOSE THREADS- NST

All hose threads shall be National Standard Thread (NST) on all base threads on the apparatus intake and discharges, unless otherwise specified.

MASTER PUMP DRAIN

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The pump shall be equipped with a Class 1 Master Pump drain to allow draining of the lower pump cavities, volute and selected water carrying lines and accessories.

The drain shall have an all brass body with a stainless steel return spring.

U.L. TEST POINTS

Two (2) U.L. test points shall be mounted on the pump panel for testing of the vacuum and pressures. The test points shall be a single piece with individual ports for suction and discharge.

PUMP CERTIFICATION

The fire pump shall be tested to meet the flow requirements of the pump. A written certification shall be provided with the completed vehicle.

RELIEF VALVE

There shall be one (1) suction side stainless steel relief pump valve provided on the pump system.

The valve shall be configured with a 2.50" male NST discharge outlet.

FIRE PUMP PRIMING SYSTEM

A Trident Model #31.001.2 air operated priming system shall be installed. The unit shall be of all brass and stainless steel construction and designed for fire pumps of 1,250 GPM (4,600 LPM) ormore. The primer shall be three-barrel design with direct connection to the Hale fire pump. Theprimer shall automatically drain when the panel control actuator is not in operation. The connection to the pump shall have an integral Hale strainer.

The priming system shall be capable to a vertical lift to 22.00" of mercury and shall be fully compliant to applicable NFPA standards for vertical lift. The system shall create vacuum by using air from the chassis air brake system through a three-barrel multi-stage internal “venturi nozzles” within the primer body.

The primer control shall have a manually operated, panel mounted “push to prime” air valve; which will direct air pressure from the air brake storage tank to the primer body. To prevent freezing, no water shall flow to and from the panel control.

THERMAL RELIEF VALVE

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A Hale Model TRV120 Thermal Relief Valve shall be provided on the pump. If water temperature in the pump exceeds 120 degrees Fahrenheit, the thermal relief valve shall automatically open and discharge pump water to the ground, through a 0.375" discharge line, routed below the pump module. The thermal relief valve shall automatically close when the water temperature is lowered.

PUMP COOLING/BYPASS LINE

There shall be a 0.25" line installed from the discharge side of the pump to the water tank. The line shall be used to cool the pump during long periods of pumping when water is not being discharged.

The pump cooler shall be controlled with a quarter-turn ball valve on main pump panel, and shall be clearly labeled "Pump Cooler".

CHASSIS ENGINE HEAT EXCHANGER COOLING SYSTEM

The apparatus shall be equipped with a heat exchanger for supplementary chassis engine cooling during fire pump operations. The system shall provide cooling water from the fire pump to circulate around the engine radiator coolant without mixing or coming in direct contact with the engine coolant.

The unit shall be installed by the chassis manufacturer and connected to the plumbing system by the fire apparatus manufacturer.

ANODES

The fire pump shall be equipped with replaceable alloy anodes. The pump shall have one (1) anode on each intake section and one (1) anode on the discharge section of the fire pump, for a total of three (3).

PRESSURE GOVERNOR and ENGINE MONITORING DISPLAY

Fire Research PumpBoss Max series PBA501-D00 pressure governor and control module kit shall be installed. The kit shall include a control module, intake pressure sensor, discharge pressure sensor, and cables. The control knob shall be 2" in diameter with no mechanical stops, have a serrated grip, and a red idle push button in the center. It shall not extend more than 2" from the front of the control module.

The control LCD shall be 3.5” in size with a minimum brightness of 1000 nits and optically bonded to 3mm Borofloat Glass. Inputs for monitored engine information shall be from a J1939 data bus or independent sensors. Outputs for engine control

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The following continuous displays shall be provided:

Engine RPM; shown on LCD screen

Check engine and stop engine warning; shown on LCD screen

Engine oil pressure; shown on LCD screen

Engine coolant temperature; shown on LCD screen

Transmission Temperature; shown on LCD screen

Battery voltage; shown on LCD screen

Pressure and RPM operating mode LEDs

Pressure / RPM setting; shown on LCD screen

Throttle ready / Ok to Pump LEDs.

On screen (LCD) message display shall show diagnostic and warning messages as they occur. It shall show monitored apparatus information, stored data, and program options when selected by the operator. LCD Screen and LED’s intensity shall be automatically adjusted for day and nighttime operation.

The program shall store the accumulated operating hours for the pump and engine to be displayed with the push of a button. It shall monitor inputs and support audible and visual warning alarms for the following conditions:

High Battery Voltage

Low Battery Voltage (Engine Off)

Low Battery Voltage (Engine Running)

High Transmission Temperature

Low Engine Oil Pressure

High Engine Coolant Temperature

Out of Water (visual alarm only)

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No Engine Response (visual alarm only).

The program features shall be accessed via push buttons located on the front of the control module.

There shall be a USB port located at the rear of the control module to upload future firmware enhancements.

The pressure governor shall operate in two control modes, pressure and RPM. No discharge pressure or engine RPM variation shall occur when switching between modes. A throttle ready and Ok to Pump LED shall light when the interlock signal is recognized. The pressure governor shall start in pressure mode and set the engine RPM to idle. In pressure mode the pressure governor shall automatically regulate the discharge pressure at the level set by the operator. In RPM mode the governor shall maintain the engine RPM at the level set by the operator except in the event of a discharge pressure increase. The pressure governor shall limit a discharge pressure increase in RPM mode to a maximum of 30 psi. Other safety features shall include recognition of low water and no water conditions with an automatic programmed response and a push button to return the engine to idle.

The pressure governor control module shall be programmed at installation for a specific engine.

LEFT SIDE FORWARD AUXILIARY INTAKE

One (1) 2.50" gated suction intake shall be installed on the left hand side pump panel in the forward position to supply the fire pump from an external water supply. The intake shall have a 2.50" chrome plated female NST swivel connection with screen.

An Akron Brass 2.50" generation II swing-out valve shall be provided for the left hand side auxiliary suction.

The side auxiliary inlet will incorporate a quarter-turn ball valve with a swing-type manual control located adjacent the intake.

The intake shall also come equipped with a quarter-turn 0.75" drain valve and a matching color coded bezel.

One (1) 2.50" chrome plated plug shall be provided. The plug shall be equipped with MNST threads, rocker lugs, and chain.

TANK TO PUMP LINE

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One (1) 3.00" tank to pump line shall be provided for connection between the water tank and the fire pump.

An Akron Brass 3.00" generation II swing-out valve shall be provided for the tank to pump line.

The quarter turn valve shall be manually operated with a Class1 locking push pull control rod.

TANK FILL/ RECIRULATION LINE

One (1) 2.00" fire pump to water tank refill and pump bypass cooler line shall be provided.

An Akron Brass 2.00" generation II swing-out valve shall be provided for the tank fill line.

The quarter turn valve shall be manually operated with a Class1 locking push pull control rod.

LEFT SIDE FRONT PANEL DISCHARGE

One (1) 2.50" discharge with valve shall be located on the left side panel.

An Akron Brass 2.50" generation II swing-out valve shall be provided for the discharge.

The quarter turn valve shall be manually operated with a swing handle from the left hand side pump operator's panel.

The discharge shall also come equipped with a quarter-turn 0.75" drain valve and a matching color coded bezel.

A 2.50" Class1 discharge pressure gauge (0-400 PSI) shall be provided. The face of the gauge shall be a WHITE dial with black letters.

The discharge shall be equipped with an integral, stainless steel, 30-degree elbow terminating with 2.50" MNST threads.

One (1) 2.50" chrome plated cap with self-venting lungs shall be provided. The cap shall be equipped with FNST threads, rocker lugs, and chain.

LEFT SIDE REAR PANEL DISCHARGE

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One (1) 2.50" discharge with valve shall be located on the left side panel.

An Akron Brass 2.50" generation II swing-out valve shall be provided for the discharge.

The quarter turn valve shall be manually operated with a swing handle from the left hand side pump operator's panel.

The discharge shall also come equipped with a quarter-turn 0.75" drain valve and a matching color coded bezel.

A 2.50" Class1 discharge pressure gauge (0-400 PSI) shall be provided. The face of the gauge shall be a WHITE dial with black letters.

The discharge shall be equipped with an integral, stainless steel, 30-degree elbow terminating with 2.50" MNST threads.

One (1) 2.50" chrome plated cap with self-venting lungs shall be provided. The cap shall be equipped with FNST threads, rocker lugs, and chain.

RIGHT SIDE FRONT PANEL DISCHARGE

One (1) 3.00" discharge with valve shall be located on the right side panel.

An Akron Brass 3.00" generation II swing-out valve shall be provided for the discharge. The valve shall be of the slow-close design so as not to allow the valve to open or close in less than 3 seconds.

The quarter turn valve shall be manually operated with a Class1 locking push pull control rod. It shall have a chrome plated zinc handle with a recessed area for 1.00” x 3.00” identification tag. The controls shall be locked in any position.

The discharge shall also come equipped with a quarter-turn 0.75" drain valve and a matching color coded bezel.

A 2.50" Class1 discharge pressure gauge (0-400 PSI) shall be provided. The face of the gauge shall be a WHITE dial with black letters.

The 3.00" outlet shall be equipped with an integral, stainless steel, 30-degree elbow terminating with 3.00" MNST threads.

STORZ ADAPTER

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One (1) TFT model AA1ST-NL adapter shall be provided. The adapter shall be configured with a 5.00" rigid Storz coupling and a 3.00" female NST rigid rocker lug coupling.

STORZ CAP

One (1) TFT model #A01ST 5.00" Storz cap with lanyard shall be provided.

RIGHT SIDE REAR PANEL DISCHARGE

One (1) 2.50" discharge with valve shall be located on the right side panel.

An Akron Brass 2.50" generation II swing-out valve shall be provided for the discharge.

The quarter turn valve shall be manually operated with a Class1 locking push pull control rod. It shall have a chrome plated zinc handle with a recessed area for 1.00” x 3.00” identification tag. The controls shall be locked in any position.

The discharge shall also come equipped with a quarter-turn 0.75" drain valve and a matching color coded bezel.

A 2.50" Class1 discharge pressure gauge (0-400 PSI) shall be provided. The face of the gauge shall be a WHITE dial with black letters.

The discharge shall be equipped with an integral, stainless steel, 30-degree elbow terminating with 2.50" MNST threads.

One (1) 2.50" chrome plated cap with self-venting lungs shall be provided. The cap shall be equipped with FNST threads, rocker lugs, and chain.

CROSSLAY PRE-CONNECT DISCHARGE #1

One (1) 1.75" crosslay pre-connect shall be installed in the pump module above the pump. The crosslay shall be plumbed using 2.00" stainless steel pipe, and/or flexible piping. A minimum of one (1) grooved pipe coupling shall be furnished in this assembly, if necessary, to allow for flex and serviceability.

The crosslay discharge shall terminate below the hose bed floor with a 1.50" NSTM chicksan swivel adapter. The crosslay hose bed floor shall be slotted to allow the swivel to extend up through the floor, allowing the pre-connected hose to be pulled off either side of the apparatus without kinking the hose at the coupling connection.

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Crosslay discharge #1 shall be designed to have a minimum total capacity of 3.5 cubic feet as required by NFPA -1901 to accommodate a minimum of 200 feet of 1.75" fire hose.

An Akron Brass 2.00" generation II swing-out valve shall be provided for crosslay #1 discharge.

The quarter turn valve shall be manually operated with a Class 1 locking push pull control rod. It shall have a chrome plated zinc handle with a recessed area for 1.00” x 3.00” identification tag. The controls shall be locked in any position.

The discharge shall also come equipped with a quarter-turn 0.75" drain valve and a matching color coded bezel.

The discharge shall also come equipped with a quarter-turn 0.75" drain valve and a matching color coded bezel.

A 2.50" Class1 discharge pressure gauge (0-400 PSI) shall be provided. The face of the gauge shall be a WHITE dial with black letters.

CROSSLAY PRE-CONNECT DISCHARGE #2

One (1) 1.75" crosslay pre-connect shall be installed in the pump module above the pump. The crosslay shall be plumbed using 2.00" stainless steel pipe, and/or flexible piping. A minimum of one (1) grooved pipe coupling shall be furnished in this assembly, if necessary, to allow for flex and serviceability.

The crosslay discharge shall terminate below the hose bed floor with a 1.50" NSTM chicksan swivel adapter. The crosslay hose bed floor shall be slotted to allow the swivel to extend up through the floor, allowing the pre-connected hose to be pulled off either side of the apparatus without kinking the hose at the coupling connection.

Crosslay discharge #2 shall be designed to have a minimum total capacity of 3.5 cubic feet as required by NFPA -1901 to accommodate a minimum of 200 feet of 1.75" fire hose.

An Akron Brass 2.00" generation II swing-out valve shall be provided for crosslay #2 discharge.

The quarter turn valve shall be manually operated with a Class 1 locking push pull control rod. It shall have a chrome plated zinc handle with a recessed area for 1.00” x 3.00” identification tag. The controls shall be locked in any position.

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The discharge shall also come equipped with a quarter-turn 0.75" drain valve and a matching color coded bezel.

The discharge shall also come equipped with a quarter-turn 0.75" drain valve and a matching color coded bezel.

A 2.50" Class1 discharge pressure gauge (0-400 PSI) shall be provided. The face of the gauge shall be a WHITE dial with black letters.

DUNNAGE AREA

A dunnage area shall be provided above the pump enclosure for equipment mounting and storage.

This area shall be furnished with a 0.1875" aluminum floor and shall be enclosed on the sides.

NOTE: The size of this storage area may vary when top mounted crosslays, booster reel(s), etc., are specified and located in this area.

CROSSLAY DIVIDER

One (1) crosslay divider shall be provided, one (1) between the #1 and #2 crosslay.

The divider shall be constructed from 0.188" thick abraded aluminum plate and shall be mounted on a base T-extrusion that provides lower support the length of the divider.

ALUMINUM CROSSLAY COVER

A 0.1875" polished aluminum tread plate cross lay cover shall be provided with a full length stainless steel hinge at the rear of the cover.

CROSSLAY COMPARTMENT ENDS - VINYL FLAPS

The crosslay compartment shall be enclosed on each end using a heavy duty vinyl flap to prevent hose from accidently unloading. The cover shall be secured with a black shock cord/ hook system on the bottom and permanently secured on the top.

The crosslay end flaps shall be Red in color.

DECK GUN DISCHARGE

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One (1) 3.00" discharge with valve shall be located on the top of the pump. The valve shall be a quarter turn ball type and fixed pivot design to allow easy operation at all pump pressures. The 3.00" outlet shall be equipped with an integral, stainless steel flange terminating with 3.00" Victaulic. The discharge shall be plumbed to the top of the module using 3.00” schedule 10 stainless steel pipe.

The pipe shall terminate in a 3.00” MNPT thread. The pipe shall be held in place by a 2 piece stainless steel bracket.

An Akron Brass 3.00" generation II swing-out valve shall be provided for the deck gun discharge.

The valve shall be of the slow-close design so as not to allow the valve to open or close in less than 3 seconds.

The quarter turn valve shall be manually operated with a Class 1 locking push pull control rod. It shall have a chrome plated zinc handle with a recessed area for 1.00” x 3.00” identification tag. The controls shall be locked in any position.

One (1) Class1 automatic 0.75" drain valve(s) shall be installed. The valve shall have an all brass body with heavy duty neoprene seal. The valve shall be normally open and shall close at 6 psi using an all brass check assembly with stainless steel spring.

A 2.50" Class1 discharge pressure gauge (0-400 PSI) shall be provided. The face of the gauge shall be a WHITE dial with black letters.

DECK GUN MOUNTING ADAPTER

One (1) 3" FNPT 150# Ansi Companion Flange shall be installed on the end of the deck gun outlet for mounting of a deck gun.

LEFT HAND SIDE REAR DISCHARGE

One (1) 2.50" discharge with valve shall be plumbed to the left hand side rear of the apparatus.

An Akron Brass 2.50" generation II swing-out valve shall be provided for the rear discharge.

The quarter turn valve shall be manually operated with a Class1 locking push pull control rod. It shall have a chrome plated zinc handle with a recessed area for 1.00” x 3.00” identification tag. The controls shall be locked in any position.

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The discharge shall also come equipped with a quarter-turn 0.75" drain valve and a matching color coded bezel.

A 2.50" Class1 discharge pressure gauge (0-400 PSI) shall be provided. The face of the gauge shall be a WHITE dial with black letters.

The discharge shall have a 2.50" Female NST swivel rocker lug x 2.50" Male NST 30 degree chrome elbow adapter provided.

One (1) 2.50" chrome plated cap shall be provided. The threads shall be NST and the cap shall be equipped rocker lugs and chain.

FRONT DISCHARGE

One (1) 1.50" discharge with 2.00" schedule 10 stainless steel piping, flexible hosing, 45 degree elbows, and a limited number of 90 degree sweep elbows in an assembly from the pump to the front of the apparatus. A minimum of one (1) grooved pipe coupling shall be furnished in this assembly to allow for flex and serviceability.

Automatic discharge drains shall be provided at all low points in the plumbing.

An Akron Brass 2.00" generation II swing-out valve shall be provided for the front discharge. The quarter turn valve shall be manually operated with a Class1 locking push pull control rod. It shall have a chrome plated zinc handle with a recessed area for 1.00” x 3.00” identification tag. The controls shall be locked in any position.

The discharge shall also come equipped with a quarter-turn 0.75" drain valve and a matching color coded bezel.

DISCHARGE ADAPTER

The disharge shall terminate with a 1.50" NST mattydale swivel shall be located through the center of the hose box flooring.

4.50" MASTER PRESSURE GAUGE

One (1) Class1, 4.50" liquid filled master pressure gauge with stainless steel bezel shall be provided, reading from 0 Hg. to 400 psi. It shall be accurate to within 1%.

The gauge shall have a white face and black markings. The gauge shall be located on the pump operator's panel.

4.50" MASTER INTAKE GAUGE

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One (1) Class 1, 4.50" liquid filled master intake gauge(s) with stainless steel bezel shall be provided, reading from -30" Hg. to 400 psi. It shall be accurate to within 1%. The gauge shall have a white face and black markings. The gauge shall be located on the pump operator's panel.

LED WATER LEVEL GAUGE (PUMP PANEL)

One (1) Hale model # “ITL-40R” Tank Level Gauge for indicating water level shall be installed on the pump operator's panel. The tank level gauge shall indicate the liquid level or volume on an easy to read LED display with a visual indicator at nine

(9) precise levels, using one (1) color. The system shall include the ability to display “text messages” and have built-in diagnostic capabilities. Additional secondary displays (if requested) are to be easily integrated and will receive data from the same source as the Master Display.

The LED display shall be red in color.

CLASS1 MINI WATER LEVEL GAUGE

One (1) Hale Intelli-Tank model # 610-00049 remote mini tank level gauge for indicating the water level of the tank shall be provided in the cab. The tank level gauge shall indicate the liquid level on an easy 4 light display and show increments of 1/4 of a tank.

PUMP, MODULE, AND RELATED ITEMS

ALUMINUM PUMP MODULE CONSTRUCTION

The pump module shall be constructed entirely of extrusions and aluminum plate.

The framework shall be formed from beveled aluminum alloy extrusions The pump module design must allow normal frame deflection through isolation mounts without imposing stress on the pump module structure or side running boards. The pump module shall consist of a welded framework, properly braced to withstand chassis frame flexing. The pump module support shall be bolted to the frame rails of the chassis.

INDEPENDENT PUMP MODULE

The pump module shall be fabricated as individual unit independent from the body.

PUMP PANEL -- SIDE MOUNT

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The pump operator's control panel shall be located on the left hand side of the apparatus. The pump enclosure side panels shall be completely removable and designed for easy access and servicing.

HINGED GAUGE PANEL

A full width, horizontally hinged gauge access panel shall be located on the left hand side of the pump module above the main control panel.. Two (2) black powder coated SouthCo. push type locks locks shall be provided along with lanyards.

PUMP ENCLOSURE ACCESS DOOR -- RIGHT SIDE UPPER

A pump panel access door shall be provided on the upper right side of the side mount pump enclosure. The access door shall be approximately 24.00" high and as wide as possible. Three (3) black powder coated SouthCo. push type locks locks shall be provided along with lanyards.

The drains located on the right hand side panel shall be fastened to the lower panel, which shall be stationary.

PUMP PANEL MATERIAL

The pump module panels shall be fabricated from 14 gauge 304L stainless steel with a brushed finish.

PUMP PANEL LIGHT SHIELD, LH SIDE PANEL

One (1) LED strip light shall be installed under an instrument panel light hood on the left side pump panel.

PUMP PANEL LIGHT SHIELD, RH SIDE PANEL

One (1) LED strip light shall be installed under an instrument panel light hood on the right side pump panel.

A weather resistant switch, located on the pump operator's panel shall be provided to activate the lights.

PUMP COMPARTMENT LIGHT

One (1) LED strip light shall be provided inside the pump compartment area. The light shall activate with the switch on the pump operator's panel.

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LEFT SIDE RUNNING BOARD

The left pump panel shall be equipped with a side running board. The running board shall be constructed of 0.125" embossed fire apparatus bright aluminum treadplate.

It shall be a minimum of approximately 11.00" deep x the width of the module. The running board shall have an upward bend on the inside edge to act as a kick plate.

The running board shall be attached to a frame mounted outrigger support structure.

The running board shall have a 3.00" downward bend on the front and side faces with a 1.00" underside return for superior strength.

RIGHT SIDE RUNNING BOARD

The right pump panel shall be equipped with a side running board. The running board shall be constructed of 0.125" embossed fire apparatus bright aluminum treadplate.

It shall be a minimum of approximately 11.00" deep x the width of the module. The running board shall have an upward bend on the inside edge to act as a kick plate.

The running board shall be attached to a frame mounted outrigger support structure.

The running board shall have a 3.00" downward bend on the front and side faces with a 1.00" underside return for superior strength.

FRONT PUMP HOUSE COVER

The front of the pump enclosure shall be covered with .125" aluminum treadplate.

HOSE RESTRAINT LABEL - FAMA# 22

A permanent label shall be provided near any hose storage area. The label shall instruct the operator to insure that all hose is properly secured prior to placing the apparatus in motion and to provide warning of potential dangers, including injury or death, in failing to do so.

INTAKE/DISCHARGE CAP PRESSURE LABEL - FAMA# 18

A permanent label shall be provided in all areas that intakes and discharges are capped. The label shall give instruction on how to properly remove the cap. The label shall also warn of potential dangers, injury or death that be caused by failing to follow proper cap removal procedures.

TRAINED OPERATOR ONLY LABEL - FAMA# 25 ]

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A permanent label shall be provided on the pump panel that states that only properly trained personnel should operate the apparatus and shall indicate that injury or death could occur as a result.

PUMP PANEL ID PLATE

An identification plate shall be installed on the pump operator control panel to identify the fire pump serial number, model number, and performance.

COLOR CODED PUMP PANEL LABELING AND NAMEPLATES

Discharge and intake valve controls shall be color coded in compliance to guidelines of applicable sections of NFPA standards. Innovative Controls permanent type nameplates and instruction panels shall be installed on the pump panel for safe operation of the pumping equipment and controls.

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WATER TANK AND RELATED COMPONENTS

1000 GALLON POLY TANK- "L" DESIGN

The tank shall have a capacity of 1000 US gallons / 832 Imperial gallons / 3785 liters.

TANK MATERIAL

This material shall be a non-corrosive stress relieved thermoplastic and UV stabilized for maximum protection. Tank shell thickness may vary depending on the application and may range from 0.50" to 1.00” as required. Internal baffles are generally 0.375” in thickness.

CONSTRUCTION

The booster and/or foam tank shall be of a specific configuration and is so designed to be completely independent of the body and compartments. Joints and seams shall be fused using nitrogen gas as required and tested for maximum strength and integrity. The top of the booster tank is fitted with removable lifting assembly designed to facilitate tank removal.