Page 3-6 Section 3 – Installation and Operation CFP83 Series Fuel Supply Installation NOTE : Refer to National Fire Protection Association NFPA20-2003 Chapter 11 for additional installation requirements for installations in the USA. Ensure that the fuel system is installed in a safe and an effective manner. Install an elevated Diesel # 2 fuel tank or other fuel supply arrangement that meets the specifications listed in Fuel System Specifications in Section 10. Install a 3/8” NPT (minimum) fuel supply line to the fire pump engine. Install a 1/4“ NPT (minimum) fuel return line. Route this line to the bottom of the fuel tank in order to minimize the return head.
Provide a pre-filter on the fuel line to the fire pump engine. Size the fuel tank for the maximum expected full-load engine operation period with the initial fuel level at the minimum level for refueling. 3/8” NPT FUEL SUPPY 1/4” NPT FUEL RETURN Fire Pump Installation Install the customer supplied fire pump as per the pump manufacturer’s instructions and applicable code requirements. Refer to National Fire Protection Association NFPA20-2003 Chapter 11 for requirements for installations in the USA. Ensure that the engine and pump are correctly aligned. Drawing No. 9777, Section 3, Rev. 02-07