HALE AP, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Booster Pumps
Sec III- 2
Preventive Maintenance
proper valve operation.
6. Return the relief valve hand wheel and the
apparatus to normal operational condition.
Pump Shift Warning Indicator Lights
VERIFY THE PARKING BRAKE IS SET AND
THE WHEELS ARE CHOCKED TO PREVENT
ANY MOVEMENT OF THE APPARATUS.
1. Follow the operating procedures in Section II
to engage the pump if no local procedures
exist.
2. Verify the warning indicators in the cab and
the pump control panel function properly.
3. Verify the indicator lights on the control panel
function properly and agree with the indica-
tors in the cab. Repair or replace any mal-
functioning indicators.
Valve Maintenance
Properly functioning valves are integral to the
proper operation of the pump. Refer to the valve
manual for proper valve maintenance
procedures.
1. Lubricate all suction and discharge valves
using an approved lubricant.
2. Verify each valve operates easily and closes
completely.
3. Inspect and lubricate all of the valve link-
ages. Repair or replace any damaged or
nonfunctional linkages.
4. The relief valve operator should be lubri-
cated every 5 months.
Check and Clean the Intake Strainers
Remove the strainers. Clean any debris out of
the intake. Flush the pump if required by
department procedures. Repair or replace any
damaged strainers.
Check Auxiliary Engine
If the pump is powered by a separate engine,
check the engine, fuel tanks and drive for wear
and proper operation.
Verify all Gauges are in Working Order.
Any gauge that is repeated in the cab or another
panel, must agree with the gauge on the
operator's panel. Gauges not reading within
10% of the calibrated test gauge must be
removed from service and recalibrated.
Operate Pump Controls.
Operate the pump drive controls to verify the
pump can be engaged. Verify the indicator lights
work properly.
Inspect Water and Foam Tanks.
Visually inspect water and foam tanks for proper
level and gauge readings. If any debris is
present, flush the tanks to protect the pump from
wear caused by dirty water or foam concentrate.
Check Roof and Bumper Turrets
If the apparatus is so equipped, verify the turrets
function properly, and no leaks are present.
Check Auxiliary Fire Suppression Equipment
Visually inspect all piping and valves on the
pump and auxiliary equipment for corrosion or
damage.