Introduction; Mounting Controller - Emerson Firetrol Xg Fta550 Series Assembly, Installation And Operation Instructions

DANGER
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL OR PERFORM MAINTENANCE ON EQUIPMENT WHILE IT IS ENERGIZED!
DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY, OR SUBSTANTIAL PROPERTY DAMAGE MAY RESULT FROM CONTACT
WITH ENERGIZED EQUIPMENT. ALWAYS VERIFY THAT NO VOLTAGE IS PRESENT BEFORE PROCEED-
ING, AND ALWAYS FOLLOW GENERALLY ACCEPTED SAFETY PROCEDURES. CONTROLLER "ON-OFF"
SWITCH MUST BE IN THE EXTREME "OFF" POSITION TO OPEN THE ENCLOSURE DOOR. FIRETROL
BRAND PRODUCTS CANNOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY MISAPPLICATION OR INCORRECT INSTALLATION
OF ITS PRODUCTS.

INTRODUCTION

Firetrol FTA550 XG Jockey Pump Controllers are intended for use with fi re pump systems. They
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are used for pressure maintenance in fi re pump installations to prevent unnecessary cycling of the
main fi re pump.
Firetrol jockey pump controllers are listed by Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc., in accordance with
UL508, Standard for Industrial Controls, and CSA, Standard for Industrial Control Equipment. They
are built to meet or exceed the requirements of the approving authorities as well as NEMA and the
latest edition NFPA 70, National Electrical Code.
These instructions are intended to assist in the understanding of the installation and operation of
these controllers. Read the instructions thoroughly prior to connecting or operating the controller.
If there are any unanswered questions, please contact the local Firetrol representative or factory
service department.

MOUNTING CONTROLLER

NOTE—Consult the appropriate job plans to determine the controller mounting location. Tools and
materials (all mounting) required:
1. Assortment of common hand tools of the type used to service electromechanical equipment.
2. Drill for drilling wall anchor holes.
3. Hole (conduit) punch.
4. Hand level.
5. Tape measure.
6. Four anchors with bolts and washers, per enclosure.
Procedure—
Note—Refer to the controller dimension drawing for necessary mounting dimensions.
The controller is wall mounted by using at least four (4) wall anchors, 2 anchors for the top mount-
ing brackets and 2 anchors for the bottom mounting brackets. The brackets are dimensionally on the
same center-line for ease in mounting.
1. Using either the dimension print or by measuring the distance between the center lines of the lower
bracket slots, transcribe this dimension onto the wall. Note: The bottom edge of the enclosure
should be a minimum of 12" (305 mm.) from the fl oor in case fl ooding of the pump room occurs.
DANGER
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION
Personal injury or death could occur.
Ensure all power is disconnected before
installing or servicing this equipment.
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