Fire Pump Controller – Inspection Procedure
Follow NFPA 25 & NFPA 20 best practices to verify controller operation, alarm response, and emergency readiness.
Weekly Churn Test Procedure
- Notify fire monitoring service before starting
- Switch controller to manual mode
- Start pump using manual control
- Observe for vibration or abnormal noises
- Monitor pressure gauges for stable readings
- Run pump for 10 minutes
- Switch back to automatic mode
- Record test results in logbook
Annual Flow Test Procedure
- Prepare test header and connect hoses
- Use flow meter to measure discharge rate
- Trigger automatic start by simulating pressure drop
- Record readings at churn, 100%, and 150% capacity
- Monitor controller for proper function
- Compare data with last annual test
- Log results and file for NFPA compliance
Power Transfer Test
- Ensure normal power supply is available
- Open main disconnect to simulate outage
- Confirm auto transfer to alternate source
- Observe if pump operates correctly on backup
- Return to main supply and confirm reset
- Test alarm signals during transition
Alarm Function Verification
- Test each alarm: power failure, controller failure, battery fault
- Confirm each local indicator light activates
- Check remote alarm signal sent and received
- Test silence/reset buttons
- Record test confirmation for each alarm condition