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DOMESTIC WATER PUMPS

C. Packaged booster pumps shall be listed and labeled as pumping systems by testing agency
acceptable to Royal Commission
1.07 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
A. The Contractor shall deliver, handle and store equipment and material units in accordance
with SECTIONS 01 65 00 and 01 66 00, as well as the following requirements:
1. All products shall be inspected at time of delivery for damage and for compliance with
specifications
2. All products shall be handled and stored as recommended by the manufacturer
3. Pipe, fittings, valves, alarm valves and sprinkler heads shall be stored with open ends
sealed until removed for installation
4. Materials shall be protected from weather, soil; and damage during delivery, storage and
construction
5. Any products that are damaged or found not to be in accordance with the specifications
shall be immediately replaced
B. Preparation for shipping: After assembly and testing, prepare pumps for long term outdoor
covered storage. Clean flanges and exposed machined metal surfaces and treat with
anticorrosion compound. Flush internal surface of the pump with a suitable rust preventative
C. Cover all openings to protect against contamination. Protect flanges, pipe openings, and
nozzles with full diameter flange covers or with screwed in plugs
D. Ship shaft seal packing separate for field installation
E. Provide lifting lugs and clearly mark lifting points
F. On site, store pumps, drivers and controllers in a clean, dry location
G. Retain shipping flange protective covers and protective coatings during storage
H. Protect bearings and couplings against damage from sand, grit, or other foreign matter
I. Extended Storage Greater Than 5 Days: Dry internal parts with hot air or a vacuum
producing device. After drying, coat internal parts with light oil, kerosene, or antifreeze.
Dismantle bearings and couplings, dry and coat with an acid free heavy oil, and tag and store
in a dry location
J. Comply with pump manufacturer's rigging instructions for handling
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 CONSTANT OR VARIABLE SPEED, MULTIPLE BOOSTER PUMPS
A. Description: Factory-assembled and -tested, packaged booster pump with multiple pumps,
piping, valves, sensors, pressure vessel, and controls on skids or base
B. System Working-Pressure Rating: 1200 kPa minimum
C. Pumps: In-line, multistage, centrifugal or end suction pumps. Comply with UL 778
D. Each Pump:
1. Construction: Stainless-steel fitted
a. Casing: Cast-iron base and head sections
b. Impellers, Diffusers, and Discharge Sleeve: Stainless steel
c. Shaft: Stainless steel
d. Seal: Mechanical

Rev 2 3 of 10 Contract No. XXX-XXX