1. Verify that all equipment received is exactly what was ordered and has no damage caused during shipping.
2. Installation of all pumps and controls will be per NFPA20, NFPA70, NEC Article 695, and UL 142.
3. The unit is mounted correctly and secured on a pad. If the pump and engine alignment have been verified, the base may be filled with non-shrink grout.
4. Water supply lines flushed correctly in accordance with NFPA 20.
5. Suction piping arrangement meets NFPA20 standards based on the type of pump being installed. (Including but not limited to the potential of a straight run before entering the pump, eccentric reducer flat side up, OS&Y valves only on suction, etc.)
6. All wiring between the engine and controller is complete and sized adequately per the instructions inside the fire pump controller door. Stranded wire must be used. 120-volt power was brought to the fire pump controller, and a separate power source was hard-wired to the engine block heater. Low fuel level switch mounted in the diesel fuel tank and wired to the fire pump controller.
7. If louvers are being wired to the engine run contact, be sure they meet the required max amperage rating of the fire pump controller. Do not energize any circuits before the arrival of the Pump/Engine/Controller representative.
8. All pump accessories and drains are installed. This includes the air release valve, gauges, packing drip drains, and heat exchanger discharge piped to a floor drain or frost-free location.
9. Exhaust piping and muffler properly installed, secured, and insulated. Exhaust termination is screened and/or properly protected.
10. The diesel fuel tank is pitched correctly (1/4” per foot away from the supply valve) and filled with the correct fuel. All vent piping is installed correctly and terminated outside.
11. The jockey pump is properly wired per the nameplate voltage on the motor and controller.
12. All control panel sensing lines installed in accordance with NFPA20.
13. All appropriate remote alarms are connected to the fire pump controller. The fire pump representative will be responsible for scheduling the diesel engine representative, as well as the controller representative. Battery electrolyte will be provided on the morning of the test.