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WATER PUMPING EQUIPMENT Hand operated— Pumps 1. Hand operated In many areas of the United States, the backpack pump is a primary fireline tool. These handoperated pumps are designed to pump water from a backpack tank, which is rigid or collapsible. They are available from various suppliers (see appendix G) and through the GSA Wildfire Protection Equipment and Supplies Catalog. Trombone pump with rigid tank. • Construction and material: Pump: brass, or other noncorrosive materials. Tank: galvanized stainless steel, nylon duck with replaceable liner, or polyethylene. Hose: rubber, Federal Specification A-A- 59567 Quick-connect fittings: stainless steel, or other noncorrosive materials. Straps: nylon, padded carrying straps. • Written materials: Specifications are available from various suppliers (appendix G) and: Trombone pump with collapsible bag. • Pump: Hand operated, push-pull action, single- or double-acting, carried on backpack tank. • Performance: Variable, depending on operator action (approximately 0.75 gal/min). • Tank capacity: 4 to 5 gallons USDA Forest Service Technology and Development Center 444 East Bonita Avenue San Dimas, CA 91773 Phone: 909–599–1267 3
WATER PUMPING EQUIPMENT Pumps—Mini lightweight portable 2. Mini lightweight portable These pumps weigh less than 30 pounds and are designed for one person to carry. They are ideal where small, lightweight equipment is desired. They are designed for light-duty initial attack in remote locations by helicopter or smokejumper operations or any other situation where weight and/or space limitations are a consideration. Pump Engine Make Wildfire Equipment Inc. Make Honda Model Mini-Striker Model GXH50 Type Single-stage centrifugal Horsepower 2.5 RPM 7,000 Priming Manual Ignition type Magneto Inlet size 12 inch NPSH Cylinders 1 Outlet size 12 inch NPSH Fuel used Gasoline Height (in) 15w Width (in) 10w Fuel pump available No Length (in) 15w Dry weight (lb) 20 Manufacturer Wildfire Equipment Inc. 1100 Norman, Suite 200, Lachine, Quebec, Canada H8S 1A6 Pump Performance Values PSI 0 25 50 75 85 GAL/MIN 56 51 32 8 0 Hearing safety sound level Data not provided by pump manufacturer Description USDA qualification code N/A Integral or removable handles Removable Cooling method Air cooled Relief valve No Starting system Recoil Backpack & straps No 2- or 4-stroke cycle 4 stroke Special tools or accessories None Pressure gauge Optional Integral or removable base Removable 4
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