ULC-S511-99
1. Scope
1.1
These requirements apply to single and multiple-jacketed lined fire hose of the
following nominal inside diameter trade sizes: 38, 45, 50, 65, 75, 89, 100,
125, and 150 mm.
1.2
These requirements do not cover couplings nor their method of attachment.
1.3
Single-jacketed hose, intended for service test pressures of 1035, 1380, or
1725 kPa, is primarily intended for use on fire hydrants, interior standpipes,
and similar places. They are not intended for hard usage and is not suitable
where the hose will be subjected to chafing on rough or sharp surfaces.
1.4
38 and 65 mm interior standpipe hose sizes are intended:
A To be installed in accordance with the Standard for the Installation of
Standpipe and Hose Systems, NFPA 14;
B For use on hose racks and reels and in cabinets where the specific
combination of hose and rack, reel, or cabinet has been investigated and
found acceptable; and
C To withstand infrequent service.
Notes: 1. The 38 mm size hose is intended for use primarily by the
building occupants for the control of incipient fires until the
arrival of the fire department as defined under Class II service
of NFPA 14.
2. The 65 mm size hose in intended for use by fire departments and
those trained in handling large water streams required during
the more advance stages of fire on the inside of buildings or
for exposure fire protection as defined under Class I service of
NFPA 14.
1.5
Multiple-jacketed hose or covered hose judged equivalent to multiple-jacketed
hose, intended for service test pressures of 1380, 2070, or 2760 kPa, is
primarily intended for use on fire department apparatus and in places where
service conditions require additional protection against wear afforded by the
extra woven jacket or cover.
1.6
Hoses covered by these requirements are intended to be periodically inspected
and maintained while in service, in accordance with the Standard for the Care,
Use, and Service Testing of Fire Hose Including Couplings and Nozzles, NFPa
1962.
OEN:
ULC
Langue:
English
Code(s) de l'ICS:
23.040.70;
13.220.20
Statut:
Annulée
Date de Publication:
1999-12-30
Numéro Standard:
ULC-S511-99