Product Warranty; Coverage; Limitations; Warranty Claim - Xylem AC Fire Pump 8100 Series Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

2.11

Product Warranty

2.11.1 Coverage

A-C Fire Pump undertakes to remedy defects in their
products under these conditions:
•
The faults are due to defects in design, materials, or
workmanship.
•
The faults are reported to a local sales and service
representative within the warranty period, as
described in the Terms and Conditions of Sale
provided with the Sales Contract.
•
The product is used only under the conditions that
are described in this manual.
•
The monitoring equipment that is incorporated in the
product is correctly connected and in use.
•
All service and repair work is performed by qualified
personnel.

2.11.2 Limitations

The warranty does not cover defects that are caused by
these situations:
•
Deficient maintenance.
•
Improper installation.
•
Modifications or changes to the product that are
made without consulting an A-C Fire Pump
authorized representative.
•
Incorrectly executing repair work.
•
Normal wear and tear.
A-C Fire Pump assumes no liability for these situations:
•
Bodily injuries.
•
Material damages.
•
Economic losses.

2.11.3 Warranty Claim

A-C Fire Pump products are manufactured to the highest
quality standards with expected reliable operation and
long life. However, should the need for a warranty claim
arise, contact your local sales and service representative.
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Applications

A-C Fire Pump Horizontal Split Case Centrifugal Fire
Pumps are designed to provide water to stand pipe,
sprinkler, and hydrant systems for fire suppression in
industrial and commercial facilities.
WARNING
Using the pump in an application other than
as described is considered improper use. A-C
Fire Pump shall assume no liability for
product that is used improperly.
AC6102 Rev 05
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Operational Limits

WARNING
Do not operate the pump at pressures, flow
rate or liquid temperature other than those for
which the pump has been rated. Failure to
follow these instructions could result in
serious personal injury or death, or property
damage.
Pumps are not to be operated outside the operating limits
as stated on the nameplate.
4.1

Pumped liquids

The pumps are suitable for clean water that does not
contain solid particles or fibers.
4.2

Liquid temperature

Maximum permissible liquid temperature for motor driven
pump units is 105°F [40°C].
Maximum permissible liquid temperature for engine driven
pump units is dependent on the cooling water
requirements as identified in the Engine Manufacturer's
Installation Manual.
The pump is designed to handle temperatures up to 250°F
[120°C].
4.3

Pressure limits

The maximum working pressure for the horizontal split-
case series of pumps are as follows:
Casing
Type
Material
Cast Iron
8100
Ductile Iron
8150 8x6x14F Ductile Iron
8150 16x10x22F Ductile Iron
Cast Iron
8200
Ductile Iron
Cast Iron
9100
Ductile Iron
Table 1 Maximum Working Pressure
4.4

Ambient temperature

Maximum ambient temperature for motor drive pump units
is 105°F [40°C], based on the maximum ambient rating of
the motor.
Maximum ambient temperature for engine driven pump
units is identified in the engine manufacturer's installation
manual.
4.5

Pump Speed

The pump speed is listed on the nameplate on the pump
unit.
Maximum
Working
Pressure psi
[bar]
225 [15]
375 [25]
380 [26]
325 [22]
450 [30]
650 [45]
250 [17]
375 [25]
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