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Firemiks 450-3-PP-F-ALU-FM Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
FIREMIKS – PP
PISTON PUMP TYPE
WITH AUTOMATIC FLUSHING
FM approved
Original English version
Document: FiremiksInstructionManual-AutoFlushing-PP-FMapproved
Document number: SPFA-FM
Revision number: 4919
Firemiks AB
P.O. Box 8155, 104 20 STOCKHOLM, Sweden
phone +46-8-551 196 10 - info@firemiks.com - www.firemiks.com

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  • Page 1 MANUAL FIREMIKS – PP PISTON PUMP TYPE WITH AUTOMATIC FLUSHING FM approved Original English version Document: FiremiksInstructionManual-AutoFlushing-PP-FMapproved Document number: SPFA-FM Revision number: 4919 Firemiks AB P.O. Box 8155, 104 20 STOCKHOLM, Sweden phone +46-8-551 196 10 - info@firemiks.com - www.firemiks.com...
  • Page 2 Appendix 2 – Dimensional drawing Appendix 3 – Orgalime S2012; General conditions for the supply of mechanical, electrical and electronic products. Firemiks AB Instruction manual version: SPFA FM P.O. Box 8155, 104 20 STOCKHOLM, Sweden phone +46-8-551 196 10 - info@firemiks.com - www.firemiks.com...
  • Page 3 Brass or stainless-steel pump head for 1800 size. FM Approved for use with FM Approved concentrates and discharge devices. The manufacturer Firemiks AB declares that the above products conform to European Directive 2006/42/EC and are designed according to the following standards: SS-EN ISO 12100-1 and 12100-2.
  • Page 4 See also the WARNING SIGNS on the unit. 2.3 The FIREMIKS unit must be assembled and installed by qualified staff, with the necessary mechanical and technical skills, following the user and safety instructions given in this manual.
  • Page 5 Always wear eye protection! 2.10 If necessary information is missing in this Instruction Manual, please contact your distributor or Firemiks AB. This is particularly important if the user believes that there exist risks that are not covered in this manual.
  • Page 6 FIREMIKS is installed in close vicinity of the tank. Illustration of functioning principle Positive pressure is reached when gravity feed overcomes the friction losses in the piping between the tank and the Firemiks pump inlet at all operating conditions. Firemiks AB Instruction manual version: SPFA FM P.O.
  • Page 7 Key properties of the FIREMIKS PP In the following chapters the installation, use and maintenance of the FIREMIKS will be discussed in detail. To quickly become familiar with the unit, we list some of the key properties important for a trouble free use: •...
  • Page 8 Foam concentrate supply to the FIREMIKS pump inlet must have positive pressure, gravity feed must at all times overcome the friction losses in the piping between the tank and the Firemiks pump inlet. • Place the FIREMIKS as close to the Foam concentrate tank as practically possible.
  • Page 9 Authority Having Jurisdiction whether it is the Insurance Carrier, Fire Marshal, end user or the relevant NFPA Fire Code(s.) Firemiks AB Instruction manual version: SPFA FM P.O. Box 8155, 104 20 STOCKHOLM, Sweden phone +46-8-551 196 10 - info@firemiks.com - www.firemiks.com...
  • Page 10 Dimensional Drawing. The unit should not be exposed to strokes or knocks. WARNING! DO NOT lift the unit using the piping or hoses! Firemiks AB Instruction manual version: SPFA FM P.O. Box 8155, 104 20 STOCKHOLM, Sweden phone +46-8-551 196 10 - info@firemiks.com - www.firemiks.com...
  • Page 11 Page 11/43 4.3 Requirements for the equipment before and after the FIREMIKS: 4.3.1 FIREMIKS is designed to operate with clean water. Water must be free from sand, gravel and other debris that may wear out the volumetric water motor quickly. In most cases the FIREMIKS can cope with occasional instances of isolated foreign objects up to 2 mm size.
  • Page 12 4.3.8 Measuring unit rpm as a measure of flow and overspeed. It is possible to measure the rpm of the FIREMIKS with a tachometer to get an indication of the water flow through it and to make sure it does not overspeed. The unit rpm is related to the main water flow through the unit and can be correlated to the measured main water flow in steady state if available.
  • Page 13 4.3.13 For wet pipe systems it is recommended to install a drain valve after the FIREMIKS unit with a capacity of about 100 - 200 lpm to facilitate the rotation of the water motor according to the maintenance instructions, see 7.3.4 4.3.14 It is possible, with only one main water pump, to design the piping system so...
  • Page 14 Should there be any questions and thoughts about different additives, please contact Firemiks AB and state additive type and brand. Usually it is possible to make a factory acceptance test with the specific concentrate to be used, if the concentrate is made available.
  • Page 15 Page 15/43 Place the concentrate tank and FIREMIKS as close together as is practically possible. The concentrate feed line connects the concentrate tank with the Selector valve Dosing/Flushing (No. 4 on Flow chart) on the concentrate pump inlet. The internal diameter on concentrate feed system must have equal diameter as the inlet of the Selector valve Dosing / Flushing(No.
  • Page 16 Page 16/43 4.6 Unit installation: Example of a good installation with gravity feed and short distance from concentrate tank to a FIREMIKS (Gear Pump type shown). Firemiks AB Instruction manual version: SPFA FM P.O. Box 8155, 104 20 STOCKHOLM, Sweden...
  • Page 17 4.6.6. However, the supporting installation can require welding and painting, in such case be careful not to contaminate the in- and outlets of the FIREMIKS unit. It is not allowed to paint the FIREMIKS unit.
  • Page 18 Page 18/43 4.6.6.2 Using the mounting plane under the water motor. Using this method, the FIREMIKS complete unit must be held in place ONLY by using the mounting plane with four threaded holes on the bottom of the water motor. See Appendix 2, Dimensional Drawing for the key dimensions of the mounting interface.
  • Page 19 4.6.8 Be aware that the valves on the Firemiks are made of stainless-steel. If assembling other stainless-steel threaded parts to the threads of the valves, be sure to use suitable lubrication to avoid galling and the threads seizing together permanently.
  • Page 20 Connection 4 screw connections (M3,5), cable entrance 1 x M16 x 1,5 Rated insulation voltage: Ui 250 V AC Firemiks AB Instruction manual version: SPFA FM P.O. Box 8155, 104 20 STOCKHOLM, Sweden phone +46-8-551 196 10 - info@firemiks.com - www.firemiks.com...
  • Page 21 4.7.3 Manual air relief valve This valve needs only to be opened when the concentrate liquid is filled into the Firemiks system for the first time to ensure that all air is let out of the concentrate feed and dosing line, otherwise it should remain closed.
  • Page 22 The flushing line is equipped with a filter so that no debris may enter the pump during flushing. There are two types of filters used on a Firemiks, check which type your Firemiks is equipped with and learn how to clean it.
  • Page 23 The valve should only be operated by qualified maintenance personnel for maintenance/testing purposes. DRV in dosing position DRV in return position (normal operation) (testing only! Firemiks AB Instruction manual version: SPFA FM P.O. Box 8155, 104 20 STOCKHOLM, Sweden phone +46-8-551 196 10 - info@firemiks.com - www.firemiks.com...
  • Page 24 4.10 Avoid dry running: 4.10.1 Note! Never let the FIREMIKS run dry without concentrate or flushing water. See 6.4.1 for more info. Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions regarding the...
  • Page 25 5 Check before first start 5.1 Commissioning parts 5.1.1 No specific commissioning parts are needed for the FIREMIKS unit. After following all instructions in this Instruction Manual up to the next chapter to make the unit stand-by, the unit is ready for use. This can be a commissioning test if so desired or required to verify the whole system.
  • Page 26 Page 26/43 6 Operation 6.1 Optimized start-up and shut down procedures On the next page a tabled summary is presented for operating the FIREMIKS. 6.1.1 Definition of terms Wet system There is always pressurized water in the main piping and the...
  • Page 27 Firemiks AB Instruction manual version: SPFA FM P.O. Box 8155, 104 20 STOCKHOLM, Sweden phone +46-8-551 196 10 - info@firemiks.com - www.firemiks.com...
  • Page 28 FIREMIKS are kept, taking into account that the min flow may vary with the viscosity and the system pressure as also stated in the data sheet.
  • Page 29 6.4.2 When all concentrate liquid is finished, quickly switch to Flushing with the Selector valve Dosing / Flushing on the concentrate pump inlet (No. 4 on Flow Chart). Or stop the FIREMIKS altogether by shutting down the main water flow.
  • Page 30 FIREMIKS, please refer to European standard EN 13565-2 for general requirements. 7.1 Maintenance record 7.1.1 Keep and maintain a maintenance record of the FIREMIKS, preferably for the complete system where the FIREMIKS is/are installed. In this record maintenance done according to the instructions below on the FIREMIKS unit(s) and any deviations from the normal situation.
  • Page 31 With salt water, rotation must also be done at least every second week or more often if necessary. Firemiks AB Instruction manual version: SPFA FM P.O. Box 8155, 104 20 STOCKHOLM, Sweden phone +46-8-551 196 10 - info@firemiks.com - www.firemiks.com...
  • Page 32 Ball valve with integrated filter: close ball valve and open filter cap, no depressurization necessary. 7.4.2 Also check other filters in your installation. Firemiks AB Instruction manual version: SPFA FM P.O. Box 8155, 104 20 STOCKHOLM, Sweden phone +46-8-551 196 10 - info@firemiks.com - www.firemiks.com...
  • Page 33 • Engine oil SAE 10W40 or Gearbox oil SAE 75 W-90 Check the dimensional drawing for more specifications and filling volume needed on the larger units. Contact your distributor or Firemiks AB if any questions remain. 7.6.1 Oil change instructions: •...
  • Page 34 Firemiks AB Instruction manual version: SPFA FM P.O. Box 8155, 104 20 STOCKHOLM, Sweden phone +46-8-551 196 10 - info@firemiks.com - www.firemiks.com...
  • Page 35 Contact your distributor or Firemiks AB for spare parts. Firemiks AB Instruction manual version: SPFA FM P.O. Box 8155, 104 20 STOCKHOLM, Sweden phone +46-8-551 196 10 - info@firemiks.com - www.firemiks.com...
  • Page 36 If there are no unusual noises and the unit has an easy rotation after flushing, this is sufficient. Firemiks AB Instruction manual version: SPFA FM P.O. Box 8155, 104 20 STOCKHOLM, Sweden phone +46-8-551 196 10 - info@firemiks.com - www.firemiks.com...
  • Page 37 8.8 The maximum water flow is not achieved: a) Make sure the FIREMIKS is rotating properly according to section b) Check if there are restrictions in the piping system before or after the unit. Remove them if necessary.
  • Page 38 Page 38/43 9 Spare parts 9.1 Water motor spare parts overview Firemiks AB Instruction manual version: SPFA FM P.O. Box 8155, 104 20 STOCKHOLM, Sweden phone +46-8-551 196 10 - info@firemiks.com - www.firemiks.com...
  • Page 39 Page 39/43 9.2 Complete unit spare parts overview Firemiks AB Instruction manual version: SPFA FM P.O. Box 8155, 104 20 STOCKHOLM, Sweden phone +46-8-551 196 10 - info@firemiks.com - www.firemiks.com...
  • Page 40 Page 40/43 10 Tables and drawings 10.1 Table 1: Tightening torque stainless-steel screws for FIREMIKS Screw material: A4-70 Screw material: A4-80 Dimension Tightening torque Dimension Tightening torque (±5%) (±5%) 7 Nm 9 Nm 17 Nm 22 Nm 33 Nm 43 Nm...
  • Page 41 After using the concentrate liquid, normally the system is easily flushed with water. As the concentrate liquid is not part of this unit, Firemiks AB cannot comment on the recyclable nature of the concentrate.
  • Page 42 When working on the FIREMIKS, put a clear sign on this valve stating: “Do not open, maintenance work in progress”.
  • Page 43 Be sure to make the unit (and if necessary the system) without pressure when doing service. FIREMIKS® is a registered trademark owned by Firemiks AB. We reserve the right to make changes in the specifications without prior notice.

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