Fire Service Pump Operator's Handbook

By Warren E. Isman

Book Overview

Isman discusses the mathematical aspects of pump operation, procedures, and hydraulics. Contents: Basic mathematical operations Frcations Algebra Ratio, proportion, percentage, powers and roots The metric system and fire service hydraulics Fireground hydraulics Introduction to pump operations Positive displacement pumps Centrifual pumps Pump drives Pump, cab, and body componenets Noxxle reaction Pressure control systems Priming devices Drafting operations Hydrant supply and operations Relay operations Sprinkler andstandpipe operations Tanker and portable pump operations Testing and maintenance Driver training Appendices: Understanding fluids Water movement Quantity of water flowing Equations Definitions.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0878149058
• ISBN13: 9780878149056
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Fire Engineering Books & Videos
• Length: 281 Pages
• Weight: 1.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.5" x 10.9"