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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
“Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.”
Location
The controller shall be located as close as practical to the motor it controls and shall be within sight of the motor. The
controller shall be located or protected so that it will not be damaged by water escaping from the pump or pump
connections. Current carrying parts of the controller shall be not less than 12 in. (305 mm) above the floor level.
Working clearances around the controller shall comply with NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, Article 110 or C22.1,
Canadian Electrical Code, Article 26.302 or other local codes.
The controller is suitable for use in locations subject to a moderate degree of moisture, such as a damp basement. The pump
room ambient temperature shall be between 39°F (4°C) and 104°F (40°C).
The standard controller enclosure is rated NEMA 2. It is the installer's responsibility to insure that either the standard
enclosure meets the ambient conditions or that an enclosure with an appropriate rating has been provided. Controllers must
be installed inside a building and they are not designed for outside environment. The paint color may change if the controller
is exposed to ultraviolet rays for a long period of time.
Mounting
The fire pump controller shall be mounted in a substantial manner on a single incombustible supporting structure. Wall
mounted controllers shall be attached to the structure or wall using all four (4) mounting ears provided on the controller with
hardware designed to support the weight of the controller at a height not less than 12 in. (305 mm) above floor level. Floor
mounted controllers shall be attached to the floor using all holes provided on the mounting feet with hardware designed to
support the weight of the controller. The mounting feet provide the necessary 12 in. (305 mm) clearance for current carrying
parts. For seismic applications, the mounting arrangement should be rigid wall and base only. The structural engineer of
record on the project shall be responsible for anchorage details.
Storage
If the controller is not installed and energized immediately, Firetrol recommend following the instructions from the chapter 3
of the NEMA ICS 15 standard.
Wiring and Connections
Water Connections
The controller must be connected to the pipe system according to the latest edition of NFPA20 and also to a drain pipe. The
water connections are on the left side of the controller. The connection to the system pressure is a Male ½ NPT. If a drain
is present, the connection to the drain is a tapered connection for plastic tubing.
Electrical Wiring
The electrical wiring between the power source and the fire pump controller shall meet the latest edition of NFPA 20, NFPA
70 National Electrical Code Article 695 or other local codes. Electrical wiring shall be typically sized to carry at least 125%
of the full load current (FLC or FLA) of the fire pump motor.