Hale DSD User Manual

Failure to follow the operating, lubrication,and maintenance requirements set forth inthe operating and instruction manual mayresult in serious person

DESCRIPTION OF HALE MIDSHIP PUMPSSINGLE-STAGEThere are two series of single-stage pumps: 750 GPM to 1250 GPM 1000 GPM to 2000 GPMHale single-stage

TWO-STAGE PUMPSThere are two series of two-stage pumps: 750 GPM to 1250 GPM 1000 to 2000 GPMHale two-stage pumps are of a size and design to mount

Pressure (Series) OperationPressure operation, Figure 1-11, finds the impellers connected in series. That is, the output of theimpeller supplied from

When shifting the transfer valve from volume to pressure operation, the pressure will be doubled.You may hear a metallic click or two clicks, which wi

BOOSTER PUMPSHale booster pumps offer the added dimension of low volume and high pressure for use with themidship pumps. The booster is ideal for high

PRIMING PUMP\Priming pumps are used to create a vacuum; they are designed to evacuate air through the suctionhose and into the pump. The vacuum create

PRESSURE CONTROL DEVICESThree basic types of pressure control devices are used with Hale Midship pumps: Engine speed governor system (optional). R

Hale Total Pressure Master (TPM) Relief Valve SystemThis system, Figure 1-15, includes a sensing device connected to the inlet side of the pump thatwo

CAVITATIONOften referred to as running away from the water supply. Cavitation simply means that theoperator is trying to pump more water out of the

2. OPERATING PROCEDURES A. Overview This section supplies information and procedures for the operation of Hale single-stage and two-stage pumps. I

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8. Verify that the pump panel shift indicator green "OK TO PUMP" light is on. 9. Open the hydrant. 10. If necessary, open the suction v

2. Bring the truck to a complete stop before you attempt to connect suction hoses or shift from road to pump. 3. Apply the truck parking brake. 4

DO NOT PUMP ENOUGH WATER TO CAUSE A WHIRLPOOL AT THE STRAINER. THIS ALLOWS AIR INTO THE PUMP, RESULTING IN ROUGH OPERATION AND PULSATION. REPOSITIO

DO NOT LEAVE THE CAB OR ATTEMPT TO PUMP UNTIL ALL THE GREEN PUMP LIGHTS IN THE CAB AND PANEL ARE ON. 7. Exit the driving compartment only after a

TPM (if available) very low in order to limit the incoming pump pressure by dumping water on the ground before you have discharge hose lines connecte

Pump To Road Shift Procedures 1. Verify that the operator’s hand throttle or governor control has returned to idle speed. 2. Shift the truck tran

5. Turn the hand wheel slowly clockwise, until the amber light just goes out. Then turn the hand wheel one additional full turn clockwise for prope

DO NOT ATTEMPT EMERGENCY SHIFT PROCEDURES WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. 6. Employ manual override procedure at the shift cylinder on the pump gearbo

3. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE A. Overview Hale Midship Pumps require very little care and maintenance. However, the little required is extremely i

Relief Valve and TPM Test When the relief valve is not in operation, maintain a setting above the normal operating pressure. 1. Set up to pump fro

CSP4 Rev: 03/01/2000 Material Return Procedure • A Material Return Authorization (RGA) number must be requested from Hale Products Inc., prior

2. Verify that the warning indicators in the cab and the pump control panel are on. 3. Switch to non-pumping operations, and verify the warning in

Drive Line and Flange Bolts Check all drive line and flange bolts to ensure: 1. No bolts are missing. 2. All bolts are tight. 3. Bolts used ar

f. Test apparatus and check for leaks around strainer fittings 3. Place apparatus back in service. Indicator Light Test 1. Operate component

TABLE 3-1. PUMP RATING GPM (LPM) CAPACITY PRESSURE PSI (BAR) 500 750 1000 1250 1500 1750 2000 2250 FULL 150 (10) 500 (1892) 750 (2839) 100

TABLE 3-2. (Continued) NOZZLE GPM AT VARIOUS NOZZLE SIZES PRESS ½” 5/8” ¾” 7/8” 1" 1 1/8" 1 ¼” 1 3/8” 78 66 103 148 201

TABLE 3-2. (Continued) NOZZLE GPM AT VARIOUS NOZZLE SIZES PRESS 1 ½” 1 5/8” 1 ¾” 1 7/8” 2” 2 1/4" 2 ½" 3" 72 567 666 772

TABLE 3-3. HOSE FRICTION LOSS (PSI PER 100 FEET) GPM Flowing ¾” Booster 1” Booster 1 1/2” Hose GPM Flowing 1 ¾” Hose with 1 1/2” Couplings 2” Hose

TABLE 3-4. SUGGESTED NOZZLE SIZE (INCHES) PUMP RATING FULL CAPACITY 70% CAPACITY 50% CAPACITY 750 1-3/4 1-3/8 1-1/4 1000 2 1-5/8 1-3/8 12

performance has dropped appreciably compared to its original performance, it needs to be serviced. (Apparatus test results should be on file with

BAR). Test and set relief valve as necessary using the following procedures and figure 3-1. 1. Open operator panel and gain access to the relief va

1. INTRODUCTIONOVERVIEWHale single-stage and two-stage midship pumps are favorites of firefighters throughout the world.Covering a range of capacities

In clear water, the clearance rings continue to effectively seal for hundreds of hours of pumping. In dirty or sandy water, the impeller hub and cle

Midship Pump Maintenance Check List Truck Manufacturer ________________________ Pump Model & Serial Number ________________ Year ________

4. TROUBLESHOOTING Table 4-1 lists the symptoms of some common problems and possible corrective measures. Before calling Hale or a Hale authorized

CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED CORRECTION Automatic Transmission With Power Shift System (continued) Insufficient air in shift system Air le

CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED CORRECTION PUMP LOSES PRIME OR IT WILL NOT PRIME (CONTINUED) Air Trap in Suction Line Pump Pressure too l

CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED CORRECTION INSUFFICIENT PUMP CAPACITY Insufficient engine power Transfer Valve not in proper “Volume” positi

CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED CORRECTION LEAK AT PUMP PACKING Packing out of adjustment or worn. Adjust the packing per the procedure in Secti

CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED CORRECTION RELIEF VALVE DOES NOT RECOVER AND RETURN TO ORGINAL PRESSURE SETTING AFTER OPENING VALVES Dirt in sy

GlossaryG - 1Atmospheric Pressure caused by the elevation of air above the earth. Pressure Auxiliary Permits water from a pump to cool the radi

GlossaryG - 2Gauge Pressure read from a gauge (PSIG).PressureGovernor Minimizes pressure changes by controlling engine speed.Horsepower A measure of

BASIC PARTS OF A HALE Midship CENTRIFUGAL PUMPFigure. 1-2 shows the basic parts of a Hale midship centrifugal pump. These parts are brieflydescribed i

GlossaryG - 3Pump Shift A midship pump is usually mounted with a split gearbox installed in the drive shaft.The pump shift moves a sliding gear in the

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Keep This Portion For Your Records.Pump Model #:______________________________________________Pump Serial #: _________________________________________

Printed in U.S.A. Bulletin #539 Rev. 3, 02/00(Continued from other side.)THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE. NO OTHER EXPRESSWARRANTIES ARE MA

BearingsBearings support and align the impeller shaft for smooth operation. See Figure 1-2.Pump BodyThe standard pump body (Figure 1-2) and related pa

Mechanical SealThe mechanical seal is an option to pump packing. As shown m Figure 1-5, a stationary seal seat is inconstant contact with a rotating c

CENTRIFUGAL PUMP DRIVEThere are four common types of centrifugal pump drives used with fire fighting apparatus: Operation from the truck chassis driv

GEARBOXHale offers a variety of pump gear ratios to accommodate a wide range of apparatus manufacturerrequirements.The gearbox (Figure 1-8) consists o