2.1.4 - Booster Pumps
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Practice Questions
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What is the role of a booster pump?
💡 Hint: Think about the challenges of water flow in tall buildings.
What does a pressure reducing valve do?
💡 Hint: Consider valves that help protect fixtures.
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What is the primary purpose of a booster pump?
💡 Hint: Focus on what happens to water pressure in tall buildings.
True or False: A pressure reducing valve prevents low water pressure in higher floors.
💡 Hint: Consider the roles of different valves.
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Challenge Problems
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A high-rise building has three booster pumps each rated at different capacities. Calculate the total flow rate if Pump A is rated at 500 gallons per minute, Pump B at 700 gallons per minute, and Pump C at 600 gallons per minute. Additionally, discuss what considerations must be made if one pump fails.
💡 Hint: Think about how multiple pumps work together for pressure.
You're tasked with designing a new plumbing system for a 40-story building. Outline how many booster pumps would you recommend and their placement for optimal performance.
💡 Hint: Consider zoning and pressure needs for floors.
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