Quiz Questions 3 Flashcards
1
Q
What is a reverse lay?
A
The hose is laid from the fire to the water source.
2
Q
What is a forward lay?
A
The hose is laid from the water source to the fire.
3
Q
Can a centrifugal pump self prime?
A
No
4
Q
The volute is designed to?
A
Build pressure
5
Q
A two stage pump has…
A
Two impellers
6
Q
Water enters a centrifugal pump through?
A
The eye of the impeller
7
Q
A centrifugal pump…
A
Takes advantage of incoming pressure
8
Q
A pressure relief valve that is activated will dump excess pressure to…
A
The intake side of the pump.
9
Q
All pumpers are listed by…
A
ULC
10
Q
Maximum volume of water from a pump is achieved at
A
1000KPA (143PSI)
11
Q
Under normal operating conditions of pump should prime within
A
10-15 seconds
12
Q
A
