Connection from private fire main
Connection from private fire main
(OP)
I have a client who has requested a connection from our Fire Main to top up a water cooled heater circuit, I have told him that it's just not done, Fire Mains are for Fire Systems and it will affect the operation of the Pumps but I can't find anything in NFPA 24 that tell me it is forbidden....any help would be appreciated.





RE: Connection from private fire main
RE: Connection from private fire main
RE: Connection from private fire main
First, yes it appears to be allowed per code. Technically NFPA 24 section 1.1.2 states "This standard shall apply to combined service mains used to carry water for fire service and other uses." So I guess the code writers may have envisioned this possibility. I generally agree with you, but a quick review of the code does not come up with anything prohibiting it.
Second, will your revised installation be capable of supplying the simultaneous demands and all other applicable requirements? How long will it take before the alarms from the fire pump starting to get there attention. Do you intend to increase the jockey pump size?